Senate debates
Tuesday, 7 February 2006
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Order! There being no further consideration of government documents, I propose the question: That the Senate do now adjourn. - Canada (1 speech)
I rise tonight to talk about the recent elections held in Canada. Canada as a nation has a lot in common with Australia. We are both Commonwealth countries, we are both physically large countries... - Mr Steve Rogers (1 speech)
The Cronulla Sutherland Rugby League team entered the first-grade competition in 1967. Naturally, as a young teenager I spent many a Saturday and Sunday—as I am sure you did, Acting Deputy... - Ms Betty Friedan (1 speech)
I rise tonight to acknowledge the death of internationally acclaimed and renowned feminist, Betty Friedan, who died on Saturday, 4 February, which was coincidentally her 85th birthday. Betty... - Carers (1 speech)
I rise tonight to talk about a particular group of unsung heroes in our community: carers. Carers are people who give up their time to look after a child, parent, spouse, relative or friend with... - Acquired Brain Injury (1 speech)
My remarks will support Senator Nash’s comments, because the issue that I want to speak about tonight is something that is relatively hidden but is certainly growing. It is a growing and... - Mr Geoff Gallop (1 speech)
Before I commence my remarks this evening, I would like to congratulate Senators Nash and Stephens on their contributions to this debate and acknowledge in the gallery Carol Franklin, who is an... - Organ Donation (1 speech)
I rise tonight to raise an issue that is close to my heart. In fact, it is close to my liver, lungs and kidneys, as it is to yours. I am talking about organ donation. The number of organ donors... - Department of Defence (1 speech)
The matter I wish to address tonight concerns the practices and attitudes of the Legal Services Division of the Department of Defence. In particular, I want to concentrate on its key role in... - Abortion (1 speech)
I rise tonight to discuss what will be one of the major issues of my parliamentary career. It is an issue that is coming forward once again, and that is the issue of the dignity of life and the...
