Senate debates
Wednesday, 12 March 2008
Matters of Public Interest
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Order! It being 12.45 pm, I call on matters of public interest. - Industry Policy (1 speech)
Today, I want to respond to an article in today’s Australian Financial Review by Alan Mitchell, the economics editor. The article makes the case that Labor Party policy seems to be heading... - Hon. Sir Charles Walter Michael Court AK, KCMG, OBE (1 speech)
When I first rose to speak in this place to deliver my maiden speech as a freshman senator in 2002, I had occasion to thank the many people who had contributed to my elevation to the Senate.... - Health Services (1 speech)
I rise to speak about the necessity for health reforms in this country. We all know that the Rudd Labor government and its successors will face major challenges in the funding and delivery of... - Economy (1 speech)
If you watch good leaders, you will soon notice a common trait among them is their ability to stay positive and to motivate their teams. A motivated team in a positive frame of mind performs... - Dr Val Plumwood (1 speech)
I want to celebrate the life and contribution to this nation of the great ecophilosopher and feminist, Val Plumwood. I am indebted to have with me the obituary from her friend Joan Staples, who...
