Andrew Wallace (Fisher, Liberal National Party, Shadow Cabinet Secretary) Share this | Hansard source

As a staunch and well-known supporter of child safety, I speak to welcome the introduction of Daniel's law into the Queensland parliament yesterday. Children's safety must always be at the forefront of our decisions. This reform is an important breakthrough, especially after the recent raising of the most appalling allegations of child sexual abuse in childcare centres. Daniel's law puts the rights of children, victims and parents ahead of dangerous predators through a clear and effective system. I congratulate Premier David Crisafulli, Police Minister Dan Purdie and the LNP state government for bringing this law forward. I also acknowledge Bruce and Denise Morcombe, whose strength and persistence over more than two decades have driven change across our state and nation. Daniel's legacy lives on in practical measures that help protect children.

The member for Caloundra from 2004 to 2020, Mark McArdle, recently passed away. Mark was a true public servant and a passionate advocate for his electorate and his constituents. Mark was also an effective minister. He was not a politician; he was a parliamentarian. Mark was devoted to his electorate, to his family and to the people of Queensland. Mark had time for people. He saw his role as an MP not as a job but as a calling. Vale, Mark McArdle.

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