House debates
Monday, 20 March 2017
- Lalor Electorate (1 speech)
It is my pleasure today to talk about what it means to live in a democracy. I have always believed that an informed, engaged and articulate community will be heard by government, will have the... - Leak, Mr Bill (1 speech)
Last week, with the tragic death of Bill Leak from a massive heart attack at the age of 61, this nation lost a national treasure. It is worth reflecting on the last year of Bill Leak's life.... - Centrelink (1 speech)
I rise today to speak about the robo-debt debacle. It may no longer be in the news every single day but it is absolutely in the lives of many thousands of Australians every single day. Today I... - People Who Care: Seniors Outdoor Fitness, Swan Electorate: Commonwealth Home Support Program (2 speeches)
Earlier this month I was asked to launch a world record attempt right in the heart of my electorate. Before I get into that world record attempt, let me tell you a little bit about the... - Pensions and Benefits (1 speech)
Over the four long years of the Abbott-Turnbull government pensioners in Lilley and right across the country have endured economic assault after economic assault from the Liberal Party. First of... - Toowong Rowing Club (1 speech)
The Toowong Rowing Club has a race-winning octogenarian eight. For them, rowing never gets old. The club, with an active membership of more than 250 rowers, has, however, seen its fair share of... - parkrun (2 speeches)
parkrun is an international phenomenon. At present there are 210 parkrun locations within Australia. These events are free, organised by local volunteers and inclusive in that they are accessible... - Lamont, Mr Andy (2 speeches)
I would like to inform the House of a constituent in my electorate of McPherson who encapsulates the spirit of adventure and generosity that Australians have become renowned for. His name is Andy... - Western Australian State Election (1 speech)
On the weekend before last, my constituents voiced their support for a fresh approach to WA loud and clear at the ballot box, electing a Mark McGowan WA Labor government with a thumping majority.... - Innovation (2 speeches)
Next Monday in the Great Hall, we are going to have the innovation fair, where great innovations from the innovation capital of Australia, Macquarie Park, will be present. We will have a hydrogen...
