Senate debates
Tuesday, 24 November 2009
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Order! It being 7.01 pm, I propose the question: That the Senate do now adjourn. - Aged Care (1 speech)
The needs of older Australians are definitely not one size fits all. They are as diverse as they are important, and I speak tonight to draw attention to this government’s commitment to all... - Soil (1 speech)
I rise to talk about the emissions trading scheme. I had a lot to say about it yesterday, but I am really concerned about the proposal and I would like to go on and talk about sequestration of... - Make-A-Wish Foundation (1 speech)
I would like to make a short statement about the fantastic event that was held with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and champion wrestler Hulk Hogan in Parliament House last week. We were very lucky... - DonateLife Family Program (1 speech)
Before I start my contribution tonight I just want to place on record my congratulations to Senator Sterle and those involved who helped the Make-a-Wish event a truly memorable time for two very... - Goldfields Water Supply (1 speech)
This evening I am delighted to report to the Senate that the Goldfields Water Supply pipeline in Western Australia has been recognised through the awarding of the International Historic Civil... - Centenary of Canberra (1 speech)
Just down the hill from the parliament, not more than a ten-minute walk from here, the maps section of the National Library of Australia is currently host to a superb exhibition on the role that... - Child Health Now Campaign (4 speeches)
I acknowledge our very special and important guests in the public gallery. - Ashdale Secondary College (1 speech)
This evening I rise to speak about an important event in the electorate of Cowan in Western Australia that I attended on 4 November. I was very pleased to be able to represent the Deputy Prime... - White Ribbon Day (1 speech)
Tomorrow marks the anniversary of White Ribbon Day. In my first year as an elected senator for Queensland I attended the White Ribbon Day function in Parliament House, Canberra. As a proponent in...
