House debates
Thursday, 24 October 2019
- Perth Electorate (1 speech)
This statement is to the year 12s of the Perth electorate. I congratulate you on your achievement. Finishing high school is one of the hardest things you will do. That six years might feel like... - Hindu Festivals, Moore Electorate (1 speech)
In the current debate on religious freedom, it is important that we're respectful and tolerant of the religious beliefs of Australians. Religious freedom extends into the realm of cultural... - Sikh Community, Diwali (1 speech)
Like many members of parliament and senators, this week I joined in two very, very significant celebrations. It's also significant that these celebrations were held in this place, Australia's... - Curtin Electorate (1 speech)
We frequently talk about community, but what does community actually mean? The boundaries of each of our electorates do not, in and of themselves, create a community. Unless the people within... - French, Mr Barry (Uncle Charlie), Hunter Electorate: Beveridge's Menswear and Formal Hire (1 speech)
It's with great sadness that I note the passing of Barry French, Uncle Charlie, an elder of the Aboriginal community, long-term resident of Muswellbrook, a senior and respected community leader... - North Sydney Electorate: Hunters Hill Theatre (1 speech)
Today I rise to mark the 90th year of one of the most enduring community based cultural institutions in the North Sydney electorate: the Hunters Hill Theatre. In fact, the theatre lays claim to... - Macarthur Electorate: Koalas, Macarthur Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
I rise today to speak on two issues affecting my electorate of Macarthur which by now would be well known to members of the House. They are matters that I've sought to bring before the parliament... - Afterlee Public School: 100th Anniversary, Page Electorate: Marine Rescue (1 speech)
Afterlee Public School has recently celebrated their 100th birthday. Ex-students of all ages came together, including Bob O'Neill, who went to the school between 1945 and 1957. Bob spoke with... - Syria (1 speech)
I rise to speak about the great concern felt regarding the issue taking place in Syria, and that is the invasion of the north-eastern part. I take this opportunity today to recognise that the... - Petrie Electorate (2 speeches)
The Morrison government is continuing to deliver for all Australians, especially those in my electorate of Petrie. By living within our means and getting the budget back into the black, we're...
