House debates
Monday, 19 June 2023
- McPherson Electorate: Mental Health (1 speech)
Last Friday I welcomed the shadow assistant minister for mental health and suicide prevention to my electorate. The Gold Coast is an absolutely amazing place to live but, as in other areas right... - Marillanca, Mr Victor (1 speech)
I rise to pay tribute to the significant achievements of my constituent and friend Victor Marillanca. This month, 24 June marks the 47th anniversary of his radio program Coneccion Latino... - Cross, Mr Billy (1 speech)
The Gold Coast will always be the proud home of the entrepreneurial spirit, and today I wish to congratulate one of the many local families who have built a global empire from absolutely nothing... - Cunningham Electorate: Wollongong Cenotaph (1 speech)
On 3 June, the City of Wollongong RSL Sub-Branch hosted a rededication commemorative service for the centenary of the Wollongong Cenotaph at MacCabe Park war memorial. The Wollongong Cenotaph... - Housing (1 speech)
NDLER-MATHER () (): I've been a renter my entire adult life. I know what it's like to cop an unfair rent increase. I know what it's like to ask for basic repairs and get evicted as a result. And... - Petition: People with Disability (1 speech)
Recently I met with Marie-Christine Lamy and her five-year-old daughter, Isabelle. Isabelle has been diagnosed with Rett syndrome, a rare genetic disorder affecting speech, coordination and the... - Philippines Independence Day, Slovenia Independence and Unity Day (1 speech)
As the first Independent member for Fowler, I was naturally honoured and feel very proud to be part of the Filipino and Slovenian communities' celebrations over the weekend to mark the countries'... - Hunter Electorate (1 speech)
It is no secret I love a good burger. Thankfully for me, my electorate has no shortage of great burger restaurants. Today I rise to congratulate one of those restaurants, one of my favourites,... - Simpson, Mr Michael 'Mick' (1 speech)
I want to talk today about an incredibly courageous man in my electorate. His name is Mick Simpson, a former truck driver. Mick is quiet, humble and full of energy. He is also a recipient of the... - Australian Olympiad Team Announcement (1 speech)
I was pleased this morning to join Minister Husic, Minister for Industry and Science, and Minister Aly, Minister for Youth, for the 2023 Australian Olympiad team announcement. It is incredibly... - Smalls Trading Co. (1 speech)
According to Egg Farmers of Australia, egg farmers produce 17 million eggs every single day to feed Australian families. Queensland supplies about 25 per cent of the eggs in Australia, with egg... - Lee, Mr John (Johnny) (1 speech)
I rise today to pay tribute to a giant of the trade union movement, a man some may say is a myth but most would agree is an absolute legend. If there's one thing that Johnny Lee loved more than... - Energy (1 speech)
It's snowing in Warragul today, which is a very unusual occurrence, but the cows still have to be milked, the houses still have to be kept warm, the reverse cycle air-conditioners are still going... - Housing (1 speech)
A secure home is the foundation for a better future. All Australians have a right to a roof over their head, but for too many housing is simply just unaffordable, including here in Canberra where... - Northern Tasmanian Netball Association (1 speech)
On any given Saturday morning in winter, the sound of junior netballers and their supporters can be heard far from the courts. Club netball continues to grow from strength to strength in our... - Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Voice (1 speech)
On Saturday, I joined around 200 Moreton locals in showing our support for the upcoming referendum on creating a First Nations Voice to Parliament. The Walk for Yes happened on a gorgeous... - Victoria: Timber Industry (1 speech)
We have a world-class and sustainable native timber industry in Victoria which is being destroyed by an arrogant premier who doesn't care about the damage he is doing to country communities. This... - DioSounds (1 speech)
I extend my congratulations to the incredible students at All Saints College Maitland and St Joseph's Lochinvar, who recently amazed us with DioSounds. The music festival hosted by the Diocese of... - Mobile Black Spot Program (3 speeches)
Round 6 of the Mobile Black Spot Program is an absolute national disgrace and is fully supported by this man over here, the Prime Minister. He should not support it because it is a complete... - Housing Affordability (2 speeches)
I want to thank the Minister for Housing for the announcement of an extra $2 billion in social housing. This makes $9.5 billion in this financial year. I met with the South Australian Minister...
