House debates
Tuesday, 21 August 2018
- Maritime Industry (1 speech)
At a time when politics has been consumed by speculation about leadership, Australians want their government to act in their best interests, and, in particular, to think about the long-term... - Vision Australia (1 speech)
I have had some very special guests in Canberra today. Their names are Indigo and Ginger. They're puppies, but they're not just any puppies; they're Vision Australia seeing eye dog puppies.... - Early Childhood Education (1 speech)
I rise today to speak about the parlous state of support for early childhood education and specifically for the Universal Access to Early Childhood Education program under this Commonwealth... - Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (1 speech)
It was an absolute pleasure on Saturday night to attend the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia annual gala dinner, 'Reach for the stars', joining local Dunkley residents, Georgia, Stewart and Ally... - Scullin Electorate: Multiculturalism (3 speeches)
What's said in this place matters. We saw that last week, and we continue to feel it in the community, particularly in those communities that I represent. I'm so very proud to represent a... - Durack Electorate: Mining Industry (1 speech)
I am proudly here today to talk about the growth of our mining industry, growth made possible by the policies of this government. For decades the resources industry has powered Australia's... - Drought (1 speech)
I'd like to tell you about Gary. I've known Gary for a long time. He's a good, down-to-earth bloke with a big heart. He has known his share of joy and sadness, and he is now one of Rural Aid's... - Fadden Electorate: Employment (1 speech)
It's my great pleasure to report on job creation and unemployment levels on the Gold Coast, especially the northern Gold Coast, which gives an indication of what this government has achieved.... - Defence Personnel: Centrelink Payments (1 speech)
I rise today to speak about an oversight from the Department of Human Services and the Department of Defence. I've recently been contacted by a constituent of mine, a member of the Australian... - Australian Defence Force Parliamentary Program (2 speeches)
It's a great pleasure to report to the parliament about some time I spent in the last month with the Australian Defence Force as part of the Australian Defence Force Parliamentary Program. The... - Endometriosis (1 speech)
I rise to speak about endometriosis. But, before I do that, I want to associate myself with the previous speaker's comments about Depot Company. I was an instructor with Depot Company back in the... - Petition: Asylum Seekers (1 speech)
One of the roles of elected representatives is to present petitions to the House on behalf of constituents. I wish today to present a petition that has been considered by the Petitions Committee... - Griffiths, Mr Bill (1 speech)
None of us gets to this place alone. We arrive here only with the support of dedicated volunteers and party members—people who spend time on the phones, at the booths and on the doors. Bill... - Grey Electorate: Drought (1 speech)
There has been a lot of focus—quite rightly—on the drought across Australia and particularly in the eastern states, but I must report that there are also patches of South Australia,... - Dementia, Grant McBride Memory Walk (1 speech)
Dementia is the second-leading cause of the death of Australians, contributing to one in 20 deaths in men and one in 10 deaths in women. In 2016, dementia became the leading cause of death among... - Page Electorate: Sporting Achievements, Felton, Ms Maria (1 speech)
Grafton's Hockey Association is the ideal nursery for young, aspiring players. In the last few weeks, there have been a number of outstanding players selected for high honours. Tyler Gaddes and... - Grayndler Electorate: Planning and Development (1 speech)
Last Thursday when I left Canberra, I headed back to my electorate in Marrickville for what was a celebration hosted by the Inner West Council and local community groups Save Marrickville and... - Banks Electorate (1 speech)
On 7 August I attended the Jubilee Community Services High Tea at Mortdale Community Centre. The High Tea was arranged to raise funds for the Mental Health Arts Development program run by... - Canberra Electorate: Broadband (1 speech)
This chamber has heard many, many times about the trials and tribulations we have had with the NBN here in Canberra and the fact that, until about 18 months ago, Canberra was just one big blank... - Corangamite Electorate: Rail Infrastructure (2 speeches)
I rise today to express my profound concerns about Victorian Labor's unfair funding deal for the Geelong region, which is very much a case of too little too late. I have proudly led the way in...
