House debates
Wednesday, 9 February 2022
- Queen's Commonwealth Canopy, Macarthur Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
As a staunch republican I'm probably the last person one would expect to see here speaking about the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Alas, here I am. This week marks 70 years since the Queen ascended... - Goldstein Electorate: Australia Day Awards, Beijing Winter Olympic Games (1 speech)
The Goldstein electorate is a proud one because it is built on the success of its citizens, families and communities coming together to build the foundation of the strength of our nation. Each... - Gold Coast Airport (1 speech)
I rise to talk about the curfew at the Gold Coast Airport. Locals are extremely concerned that the Morrison government has recently announced plans to change the curfew for the airport to allow... - Lindsay Electorate: Australia Day Awards (1 speech)
I want to acknowledge the dedicated and selfless local Lindsay Australians who were acknowledged on the honours list on Australia Day for their outstanding contributions to teaching, history,... - Warringah Electorate: Businesses (1 speech)
Businesses in Warringah are in dire straits. In their words, 'Right now is the worst we've experienced since the pandemic started two years ago.' The omicron summer destroyed consumer confidence.... - Inland Rail (1 speech)
I would like to talk today about the case to connect Inland Rail from Gladstone to Toowoomba and then on to Melbourne. A business case study is underway and $10 million has been allocated for... - van Moorst, Mr Harry (1 speech)
It is with deep sadness that I rise today to speak on the passing of Harry van Moorst. I rise to pay tribute to my friend and to a leader in my community. Our community lost a humble, fiercely... - Barker Electorate: Australia Day Awards (1 speech)
Every year on 26 January Australians reflect on what it means to be Australian. For me, Australia Day is a reminder of the tremendous freedoms we enjoy and how lucky we are to live in the... - Bui, Dr Cuong Trong, OAM, AM, Passfield, Mr Patrick Thomas (1 speech)
Today I rise to congratulate local hero Dr Cuong Bui, who was appointed a member of the Order of Australia in the recent Australia Day honours. A caring GP, refugee advocate and multicultural... - Tasmania: Economy (2 speeches)
One thing I'll never shy away from is the importance of having a job. Not only does employment provide security in life; it also instils a sense of self-worth. It gets us out and about in our...
