Senate debates
Tuesday, 2 July 2019
- Freedom of Speech (1 speech)
Freedom of speech, belief and association are freedoms for which our forebears sacrificed. They understood the importance of nurturing these freedoms. These freedoms have allowed us to explore,... - Federal Election (1 speech)
Tonight I pay thanks to our volunteers in the election campaign. I was the director of the campaign in the seat of Pearce. Despite us losing—and I congratulate Mr Porter on his... - Sudan: Human Rights (1 speech)
I rise today to show my solidarity with the people of Sudan, who are demanding an end to human rights abuses and violence, and a genuine transition to democratic, civilian rule. In December last... - Russell, Ms Jenny, Brain Cancer (1 speech)
I rise to reflect on the contributions of a very special woman, Jenny Russell, to the Queensland Liberal National Party. She passed away from a malignant brain tumour on 25 May this year, leaving... - Parliament of Australia (4 speeches)
This is not my first speech, Madam Deputy President, but, before I go any further, I would like to congratulate you on your appointment—and best wishes in service to the Senate. - Environment (5 speeches)
I'd like to do a couple of important shout-outs tonight—firstly, to a remarkable young Indonesian-Australian woman who I was lucky enough to meet in Launceston two months ago: Melati... - Petition: Religious Freedom Act (2 speeches)
I rise this evening to speak on the important issue of religious freedom and to formally announce that I am launching a petition calling for a religious freedom act which should not only contain... - Pennicott, Ms Edna (3 speeches)
Madam Deputy President, I congratulate you on your election today. - Juvenile Detention (4 speeches)
Madam Deputy President, I take this opportunity to congratulate you on being reappointed as Deputy President. - Federal Election (1 speech)
Thanks, Madam Deputy President. I congratulate you on your appointment. 'People are relying on you. You've got to stay strong.' That's what my wife, Penny, said to me soon after this year's... - Violence Against Women (4 speeches)
Madam Deputy President, congratulations on your retention of that role. - Federal Election (3 speeches)
Let me first congratulate you, Madam President, on your re-election to the position of Deputy President.
