House debates
Wednesday, 31 May 2023
- Coastal Erosion (1 speech)
Moore is a spectacular coastal electorate along the popular northern beaches of Perth, coveted by the Prime Minister. The 20-kilometre stretch from the City of Stirling to the City of Joondalup... - Sisters Cancer Support Group (1 speech)
Last Sunday I attended the Sisters Cancer Support Group fundraising luncheon at the Harbourfront Restaurant, organised by Nesrin Salem and Maha Elhage. The fundraising luncheon was a huge... - Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (1 speech)
I rise to speak on the impact of Labor's changes to 60-day dispensing. It's important that this government take every step it can to help Australians suffering through the current cost-of-living... - Housing (1 speech)
My community, like many across the country, is struggling because of the housing affordability crisis. There are no two ways about it. It's hard to buy a house, particularly if you're someone who... - Bailes, Professor Matthew (1 speech)
Today I'm thrilled to congratulate Professor Matthew Bailes, an extraordinary astronomer from the electorate of Kooyong, who was yesterday named the joint winner of the Shaw Prize for the... - Premier of Western Australia (1 speech)
Today I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to an extraordinary leader and, in my view, the finest statesman of our time, the Premier of Western Australia, the Hon. Mark McGowan. In the face... - Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games (1 speech)
Earlier this year I conducted a survey of the residents of Brisbane for their opinions on the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. My electorate is due to play host to several new venues for the... - Cost of Living (1 speech)
The people that I'm privileged to represent in suburbs like Elwood, St Kilda, South Melbourne, Southbank and so many others are dedicated to their families and their work and they are generous... - Capricornia Electorate: Sarina RSL Building (1 speech)
Six weeks ago the community of Sarina lost one of their most treasured buildings in a devastating fire. The former Sarina RSL building had been constructed by diggers in 1964. Its purpose was to... - National Reconciliation Week (1 speech)
This week marks the start of National Reconciliation Week, a time when Australians from all backgrounds and from all corners of the country reflect on our shared history with our First Nations... - Economy (1 speech)
Australians will receive the news today that core inflation has again risen with great trepidation. Australia has one of the highest core inflation rates among every advanced economy in the... - Solomon Electorate: Australian Defence Force (1 speech)
At the Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival over a week ago, I was delighted to speak to a local poet Ynes Sanz. Ynes writes free verse, haibun and haiku, short stories and children's books. Her... - Crethar, Mr Harry (1 speech)
Recently, Harry Crethar celebrated his 40th year on the radio in Lismore. Harry and his wife, Maria, of 57 years are proud Lismore residents. Harry migrated to Australia with his mother in 1948... - Minister For Regional Development, Local Government And Territories, Holt Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
I was proud to host the Hon. Kristy McBain MP, the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, at Casey Fields in my electorate of Holt. Members of the inaugural Holt... - Petrie Electorate: Crime (1 speech)
On Saturday, I was invited to a community meeting in Bridgeman Downs in Petrie, my electorate, about the increase in youth crime. Residents in that community are living in fear, having been the... - Australian Public Service (2 speeches)
At the moment, Senate estimates is going on. This is a really important accountability mechanism of government, where departmental officials come to be questioned by senators—in this... - Rural and Regional Health Services: Pharmacies (1 speech)
I'm actually quite pleased to see the group we've got here in the gallery. As I came in, I thought it was a religious sect, but it's actually the Pharmacy Guild! This is actually for you, and I... - Parramatta Electorate: Save Oatlands (1 speech)
I want to express my gratitude and admiration for the Save Oatlands community group. Oatlands is a special place. Located just north of Parramatta, its lush landscapes and historical significance... - Western Australia Government (1 speech)
I was going to talk about the opening of the Lakelands train station in a few weeks time in Canning, something I'm very proud of, but I want to address the Prime Minister's remarks in caucus... - Australian Constitution: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice (2 speeches)
I was six when, in 1967, the Australian public voted yes to the referendum question to count First Australians as Australian people in the census. I sat on the opposition benches when the member...
