Senate debates
Thursday, 17 September 2015
Bills
- Higher Education Support Amendment (New Zealand Citizens) Bill 2015; Second Reading (44 speeches)
I would like to add a few words on this Higher Education Support Amendment (New Zealand Citizens) Bill, a measure that I am sponsoring in this chamber. This bill is important both for the... - Fair Work Amendment (Penalty Rates Exemption for Small Businesses) Bill 2015; Second Reading (5 speeches)
Work is one of the most fundamental of human activities. It is difficult to overemphasise the importance of the dignity of gainful employment, providing independence and security for individuals...