Glenn Lazarus (Queensland, Independent) Share this | Hansard source

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of Cole Miller, a fine young Queenslander who sadly lost his life to an unprovoked, alcohol-fuelled coward punch only a few weeks ago in Brisbane. In honour of Cole Miller and others who have lost their lives or been injured as a result of alcohol-fuelled violence I would like to establish an inquiry to investigate the need for a national strategy to address and reduce the scourge of alcohol-fuelled violence. No parent should ever have to endure the pain and suffering that Cole's parents are currently dealing with. The community desperately wants action, and I am determined to see that change happens. I have been overwhelmed by the support for this inquiry from members of the community, including St Vincent's Hospital and the Police Federation of Australia, and I hope that this motion will be supported.