House debates
Thursday, 4 February 2016
- Barry, Mr William 'Liam' (1 speech)
'If you're not making someone else's life better, then you're wasting your time.' This was the lifelong philosophy of Mr William 'Liam' Barry, a human rights and social justice campaigner of... - Banks Electorate (1 speech)
I am pleased to have the opportunity this morning to note a number of achievements and events in my local community of Banks in recent weeks. I would like to acknowledge the winners of the Banks... - Multinational Tax Avoidance (1 speech)
Last year the Australian Commissioner of Taxation published the tax details of 1,500 large corporate taxpayers which showed a staggering one-third of these companies paid no tax in 2014. This... - Constitutional Monarchy (1 speech)
Every Australia Day we are assailed by a predictable chorus of voices reigniting the monarchy-versus-republic debate. The shiny bauble attracting media attention this year was a freshly signed... - Throsby Electorate: National Broadband Network (2 speeches)
When you live in regional Australia, you understand the critical importance of the three things that make a difference between a good life—a life of happiness; and the alternative—a... - Shipping (3 speeches)
I rise to talk about maritime security. There is no more important issue in this place than the security of our nation, and maritime security must be at the heart of it. Our sovereignty depends... - Hinkler Electorate: Broadband (1 speech)
It is no secret that I have been a strong advocate for the NBN and the benefits it will bring to people living in regional Australia. I wore a track to Malcolm Turnbull's door when he was... - Shipping (1 speech)
Yesterday I attended a rally outside of Parliament House with the crew of the MV Portland. Last month, these five workers—Warren Hopkins, Liam Conaghan, Brett Kolpin, Zac Kinzett and... - Citizenship (1 speech)
I take this opportunity to reflect on Australia Day and citizenship. Australia Day is a day when we reflect on the values that make our country great and acknowledge the citizens that contribute... - Goods and Services Tax (1 speech)
I rise today to discuss the extremely damaging impact that an increase in the GST would have on small businesses around the country. As the Turnbull government continues to soften the ground for... - Migration (1 speech)
Business migration is a vital part of our economy and society. I wish to highlight the effects of recent changes to the complying investment framework for the Significant Investor Visa Program,...
