House debates
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
- International Men's Day (1 speech)
International Men's Day provides an opportunity for us to celebrate Aussie blokes, celebrate Territory men and also celebrate those working to support our young men through to our elders. I want... - Victoria: Local Government (1 speech)
We recently had council elections in Victoria, and I want to single out those who lost their wards or retired and to thank them for their service. It is often said that government is most... - Workplace Relations: Nurses and Midwives (1 speech)
Our New South Wales nurses and midwives are the backbone of our healthcare system, and yet, compared with their counterparts in other Australian states and territories, they are the lowest paid.... - Movember (1 speech)
As you can plainly see, it is Movember. This wonderful initiative was started 21 years ago, and its goal is to be part of the solution for men's health. Movember has funded over 1,320 men's... - Free TAFE Bill 2024 (1 speech)
I represent a community in Macquarie that values its carpenters, plumbers and electricians; its hairdressers and beauty therapists; its outdoor tourism guides and chefs; and its aged-care and... - Parliamentary Representation (1 speech)
If the last decade of politics has shown us anything, it's that the two-party system is going to hold Australia back the longer we let it exist. We see system change and structural reform being... - Vocational Education and Training (1 speech)
SMITH (—) (): Skills drive the future of young people and the future of Australia. The WorldSkills competition showcases Australian vocational education and training on the international... - Australian Alps (1 speech)
Alpine areas across Australia are home to unique and sensitive ecosystems and threatened species, including the mountain pygmy possum and the southern corroboree frog. First Nations people have... - Canning Show, Pensions and Benefits (1 speech)
Many people might not know where the greatest show on earth is. It is in Swan, and it is called the Canning Show. I'm very proud to have the Canning Agricultural and Horticultural Society in the... - McPherson Electorate: Volunteering (1 speech)
One of the many high points in my role as the member for McPherson is the opportunity to meet our community organisations and their many volunteers. Just last week I again hosted community groups... - Lalor Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
I was thrilled last week to welcome Minister King, the minister for infrastructure, to check out the Ison Road bridge in my electorate. I was as thrilled to stand with her to check the progress... - Youth Voice in Parliament (1 speech)
Today I rise to share the contribution of Lachlan, from my electorate, as part of the Raise Our Voice campaign: Obesity is more than just a statistic, it's a pressing community health crisis that... - Labor Government (2 speeches)
We know Aussies are doing it tough right now, but Labor is here to make life easier for Australians. Meanwhile, those opposite seem to think life should come with a few more hurdles and maybe a... - Australian Defence Force Parliamentary Program (1 speech)
You'll see around Parliament House this week a number of service men and women from the Australian Defence Force. They are participating in the ADF parliamentary exchange program. The... - Albanese Government (1 speech)
The people of Hasluck have a right to know what I stand for. I stand for better communications in the Swan Valley in Hasluck and in the Perth Hills, where the Albanese government's investments in... - Charitable Organisations (2 speeches)
Everybody knows that charities play an important role in society, delivering services while addressing a wide range of community needs, and I'd like to urge Queensland charities to get in quick...
