House debates

Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Bills

Appropriation Bill (No. 1) 2026-2027; Consideration in Detail

6:54 pm

Photo of Julie-Ann CampbellJulie-Ann Campbell (Moreton, Australian Labor Party) | Hansard source

the fictitious claims the opposition trots out. I grew up in Queensland. I grew up in Queensland in the nineties when Pauline Hanson had 11 seats out of 89, and you can sigh, but that time leaves a mark on people. It means that when you hear a dog whistle, you know what it sounds like. This ain't a dog whistle; this is a blowhorn.

When Labor came to government in May 2022, we inherited a broken migration system. In fact, when net overseas migration peaked in 2023 after COVID-19, it was because the Morrison government policies were still in place. It was unsustainable, and that's why Labor has cut net overseas migration by 45 per cent from its peak. Labor recognises and respects the contribution of Australia's permanent residents. Australian values of mateship and a fair go are core, and when you take this action you throw them out the window. (Time expired)

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