House debates

Tuesday, 25 November 2014

  • Disability Services, Education Funding (2 speeches)
    I recently received letters from some very passionate teachers and parents in my local area asking me to speak up on behalf of students with disabilities and their school communities. One of...
  • National Security (1 speech)
    The National Security Legislation Amendment Bill, the Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment (Foreign Fighters) Bill and soon the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Amendment (Data...
  • Indi Electorate: Volunteers (1 speech)
    In praise of volunteers, I rise tonight to say a warm and sincere thank you to the many volunteers who have worked with me and my staff in this first year. I would like to acknowledge the 36...
  • Australia-China Free Trade Agreement (1 speech)
    I rise tonight to speak on a wonderful development for this nation—the signing of the free trade agreement between Australia and China. This agreement is going to have a long lasting legacy...
  • Renewable Energy (1 speech)
    It is a pleasure to rise in the adjournment debate. I want to draw the House's attention to some visits I have had in my electorate recently from Solar Citizens, the Solar Council and other...
  • Migration (1 speech)
    Our world is becoming a smaller place. Goods, people and information can travel with greater ease than any previous time in human history. For Australia, a nation greatly affected by our...