Senate debates
Wednesday, 12 October 2011
Matters of Public Interest
- Polio Eradication (1 speech)
I rise to support The End of Polio campaign in this, Polio Australia's Polio Awareness Month and Post-Polio Health International's 'We're Still Here' week. The End of Polio campaign by the Global... - Freedom of Speech (1 speech)
Let me say, firstly, that I am glad Senator Brandis is in the chamber at the moment, because what I am about to speak to will affect him. I wish to raise a matter pertaining to the restrictions... - Dental Health (1 speech, 2 comments)
I rise today to discuss a matter of crucial importance to the nation—that is, the question of dental health. Australians find themselves in a very curious position when it comes to health... - Launceston City Mission (1 speech)
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity, along with my local member, Mr Geoff Lyons, to head out with the Launceston City Mission Missionbeat van. Each Friday night a team of volunteers takes the... - Asylum Seekers (7 speeches)
This morning, with the passing of the carbon tax legislation through the other place, Australians witnessed their complete betrayal by the current Labor government. After all, this was the Labor... - Middle East (1 speech)
I rise on a matter of public interest—that is, the quest for peace in the Middle East. This is not only a matter of public interest in Australia; it is a matter of international public...
