House debates
Monday, 22 February 2016
- Assyrian Community (1 speech)
Since the 1980s, Australia has seen a growing number of Assyrian migrants enter its shores under various humanitarian, refugee and family reunion visas. A high population of the Assyrian... - Dunkley Electorate (1 speech)
I begin by congratulating Chris Crewther, his partner, Grace, and their daughter, Yasmin. Chris has been selected as the Liberal candidate to contest the seat of Dunkley at the next federal... - Blair Electorate: Telecommunications (3 speeches)
Given the social, economic and geographic diversity of the Blair electorate, it is no surprise that the concerns of residents often vary according to local circumstances. The challenges facing a... - Local Government (2 speeches)
Tonight I rise to raise the issue of council mergers—in particular, the proposed merger of Port Stephens and Newcastle councils. On this issue I speak with more understanding than most, as...
