Senate debates
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Matters of Public Interest
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Order! It being almost 12.45 pm, I call on matters of public interest. - Cybersafety (1 speech)
The internet and new and evolving technologies open up a world of exciting possibilities and benefits for the very young, right through to the senior members of our communities. The take-up of... - Green Loans Program (2 speeches)
I am a very practical person. I do not pay extra money so that I can use clean energy in contrast to dirty energy. I have the view that clean energy should, in fact, be cheaper than dirty energy,... - Muscular Dystrophy (1 speech)
I rise today to talk about muscular dystrophy and the effect it has on those who have been diagnosed and their families. Neuromuscular disorders are not terribly prevalent in our country. There... - Teal Ribbon Day (1 speech)
I rise today on what is known as Teal Ribbon Day. People around this building probably will have noted that a teal ribbon is being worn by many members of parliament and many staff. At 11... - Victoria Cross Exhibition (3 speeches)
I am moved, like others in this Senate, by Senator Adams’s speech. On behalf of all of us, I think, I associate our thoughts with the remarks made by Senator Adams regarding the late...
