House debates

Wednesday, 30 July 2025

  • Committees (0 speeches)
    • Selection Committee; Report (1 speech)
      I present report No. 1 of the Selection Committee, relating to the consideration of committee and delegation business and private members' business on Monday 25 August 2025. The report will be...
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  • Business (0 speeches)
    • Rearrangement (1 speech)
      I move: That government business order of the day No. 8 be called on immediately. Question agreed to.
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  • Statements by Members (0 speeches)
    • Protest: Victoria to New South Wales Interconnector West, Institute of Public Affairs (1 speech)
      Right now, brave and passionate Mallee residents are protesting in Spring Street on the steps of Parliament House in Melbourne about the Allan Labor government's draconian new powers to force...
    • RAAF Base Amberley (1 speech)
      The people of Blair are rightly proud of Ipswich's unique position as home to Australia's largest operational Air Force base, known as RAAF Base Amberley—home to both Air Force and Army...
    • Liebrecht, Mrs Violet (1 speech)
      I rise today to honour a remarkable milestone achieved by a remarkable lady and constituent of mine, Violet Liebrecht, who recently celebrated her 100th birthday. I had the privilege of meeting...
    • Tertiary Education (1 speech)
      The Albanese Labor government promised that cutting student debt would be the first thing we would do, and that's exactly what we've done. The Universities Accord (Cutting Student Debt by 20 Per...
    • Paulger, Mr Shane (1 speech)
      I once walked with giants. Few could even come close to Shane Paulger, a quiet, considered man of great intellect but also a tenacious fighter. Shane single-handedly organised one of Australia's...
    • Project Youth (1 speech)
      All young people in our community have a lot of pressures with which they need to deal, but these pressures are compounded when there are other disadvantages that young people face. That's why...
    • National Disability Insurance Scheme (1 speech)
      Last month I met with more than a dozen of Indi's physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, speech pathologists and support coordinators about their serious concerns and worries...
    • Netball (1 speech)
      A 10-goal deficit, a vocal away crowd and history stand between the Melbourne Vixens and their place in this weekend's Super Netball grand final. Last Sunday, we witnessed a stunning...
    • Women in Sport (1 speech)
      Goldstein residents were dismayed that, despite promises otherwise over the previous three years, the community was sidelined. The reality was lived in October 2022 under the federal budget. The...
    • Netball (1 speech)
      On Saturday night is the Suncorp Super Netball grand final. It will be played between the Melbourne Vixens and West Coast Fever. It is going to be a cracker. Clearly, I'm supporting the Melbourne...
    • Flynn Electorate: Stronger Communities Program (1 speech)
      I'm pleased to report that 11 community groups in the Flynn electorate will share $130,000 of funding from the federal government's Stronger Communities Program to undertake a range of programs...
    • Grover, Ms Deborah (1 speech)
      Today I rise to honour an outstanding individual of the Hunter, Deborah Grover, who this month celebrates an incredible 40 years of service to NSW Health. Deborah began her nursing career at...
    • Casey Hospital (1 speech)
      At a time of emergency, when you go to the hospital you want to make sure you're seen quickly, especially if it's your child. Back in 2019 my own daughter, Jasmine, had an anaphylactic reaction,...
    • Critical Minerals Industry (1 speech)
      I'm proud to speak about Arafura's Nolans project in the Northern Territory. It's a nation-building initiative for Australia's rare earths future. It is the largest resource project ever in the...
    • Workplace Relations (1 speech)
      Yesterday, I made a speech that simply stated facts based on data. I said that men and women, in the main, naturally draw more to different vocations. Quotas trying to equalise workplace numbers...
    • Woolwich Marina (1 speech)
      Woolwich is a special part of Sydney and a very special part of Bennelong. It's where the Parramatta and Lane Cove rivers meet and home to Cockatoo Island. It's a place of environmental heritage...
    • South Australia: Marine Environment (1 speech)
      Last Friday, we heard an extraordinary admission from those opposite in relation to South Australia's algal bloom crisis. The member for Adelaide and its beaches said that he accepted criticism...
    • Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki (1 speech)
      This week I introduced a motion in solemn remembrance of one of the darkest chapters in human history, the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which occurred 88 years ago this August. Over...
    • Albanese Government (1 speech)
      Time and time again we see the Prime Minister come into this chamber and say that those on this side of the House continually, in the last parliament, said 'no, no, no' to legislation. So I...
    • Wages and Salaries (2 speeches)
      Those of you who enjoyed my first speech already know I come from working-class stock. Before I wore this pin, I wore steel caps. I even bought beers while studying. I did this for a rate of $8...
  • Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
    • Moscow Olympic Games: Australian Team (1 speech)
      I'd like to inform the House that present in the gallery today is a group of Australian Olympians and their families, commemorating the 45th anniversary of the 1980 Moscow Olympics Australian...
  • Statements on Indulgence (0 speeches)
    • Moscow Olympic Games: Australian Team (2 speeches)
      On behalf of the government, and on behalf of the people of Australia, it is a privilege to welcome the members of the 1980 Australian Olympic team joining us here today in Parliament House....
  • Ministry (0 speeches)
    • Temporary Arrangements (2 speeches)
      I inform the House that the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry will be absent from question time today and tomorrow. The Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development...
  • Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
    • Medicare (8 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister has said, on at least 71 occasions, that it is free to see a GP and all you need is your Medicare card, not your credit card. But the...
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    • Republic of Korea: Parliamentary Delegation (1 speech)
      I'm pleased to inform the House that, today, we are joined by Chairman Kim Jin-pyo, the Special Envoy representing the President of the Republic of Korea and the former Speaker of Korea's...
  • Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
    • Albanese Government (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. Prime Minister, how is the Albanese Labor government delivering on its commitments to the Australian people to build Australia's future?
    • Economy (4 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. This afternoon on Sky News the out-of-touch Treasurer described today's inflation numbers as 'absolutely outstanding'. But, according to the ABS, under three...
    • Social Media (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Communications. How is the Albanese Labor government protecting the next generation of Australians from the perversive pool of social media and giving parents...
  • Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
  • Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
    • Tertiary Education (2 speeches)
      Prime Minister, your government's 20 per cent student debt reduction will be welcome by some, but many more will miss out. Last term I introduced my bill, Higher Education Support Amendment (Fair...
    • Education (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Education. What is the Albanese Labor government doing to build a better and fairer education system and improve students' wellbeing? What other approaches is...
    • Energy Prices (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minster for Climate Change and Energy. Electricity prices are now 32 per cent up, since Labor came to office. Some households are paying more than $1,300 for their...
    • Housing (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Housing, Homelessness and Cities. How is the Albanese government delivering on its commitment to build more homes, and is the minister aware of any alternative...
  • Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
    • Abib, Mr Mark Victor (1 speech)
      I'm pleased to advise that, in the southern gallery, former minister and former senator the Hon. Mark Abib is joining us today. Honourable members: Hear, hear!
  • Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
    • Energy (6 speeches)
      My question is for the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Minister, do you still stand by your government's commitment to cut power bills by $275 by the end of the year?
    • Economy (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Treasurer. What does the latest economic data tell us, and what progress has been made in the government's fight against inflation?
    • Energy (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Is the average household electricity bill in Australia today $275 cheaper than May 2022?
    • Health Care (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Health and Ageing. How are medicines listed on the PBS helping to improve the lives of Australians? Why is the government so determined to make PBS medicines...
    • Fossil Fuel Industry (4 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. The Climate Council has advised that Australia's 2035 climate target will not be credible unless it includes a commitment to an...
    • Antisemitism (3 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Home Affairs. What actions have been taken today in respect of the investigation into the Adass Israel Synagogue arson attack?
    • Energy (6 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. On 22 July 2025, the Prime Minister said Australian power bills were being permanently reduced. But Red Energy, Australia's fourth-largest energy retailer,...
    • Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Deputy Prime Minister. What are the key outcomes of AUKMIN and consultations held over the past weekend? And what key achievements were achieved in progressing AUKUS?
    • National Reconstruction Fund (6 speeches)
      This is a question for the Minister for Defence Industry, representing the Minister for Industry and Science. In 2023 the government established the National Reconstruction Fund, with an...
    • Infrastructure (4 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. How will the Albanese Labor government's record investments in infrastructure support...
    • Fuel Tax Credits (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. The fuel tax credit scheme reduces costs to farmers, businesses and industry, which helps keep food prices lower. Will the Prime Minister rule out any change...
    • Workplace Relations (15 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Workplace Relations. What action is the Albanese Labor government taking to protect penalty and overtime rates for award-reliant workers? Why is this an urgent...
  • Statements (0 speeches)
  • Questions to the Speaker (0 speeches)
    • House of Representatives: Protests (4 speeches)
      Mr Speaker, I have a question for you. Today, during question time, we had the unfortunate spectacle of several protestors interrupting proceedings in the gallery. I want to acknowledge the...
  • Documents (0 speeches)
    • Presentation (1 speech)
      This document is tabled in accordance with the list circulated to honourable members earlier today. Full details of the document will be recorded in the Votes and Proceedings.
  • Matters of Public Importance (0 speeches)
    • Housing (14 speeches)
      I've received a letter from the honourable member for Bradfield proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The need for new and...
  • Bills (0 speeches)
  • Governor-General's Speech (0 speeches)
    • Address-in-Reply (8 speeches)
      Before I give the call to the member for Parkes, I remind the House that this is the honourable member's first speech. I ask the House to extend to him all of the usual courtesies.
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  • Statements on Indulgence (0 speeches)
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  • Adjournment (0 speeches)
    • Federal Election (5 speeches)
      I want to get up to talk about a few things in my adjournment speech tonight. Firstly, I will acknowledge those opposite. The Australian Labor Party obviously had great success at the recent...
    • Climate Change (1 speech)
      Today I rise to speak not just as the member for Melbourne but as a voice for the thousands of people in my community who know we are in a climate emergency. Australians endorsed the Albanese...
    • New England Electorate: Energy (1 speech)
      'The people of Melbourne are not asking for miracles; they're asking for courage'—so have the courage to put the windmills up in your electorate, Member for Melbourne. Have the courage to...
    • Health Care (1 speech)
      In Bass, we understand the meaning of doing more with less, particularly when it comes to health. In some of our more regional communities, getting to a doctor can take hours. Bulk-billing GPs...
    • Cook Electorate (1 speech)
      On Sunday 27 July, something remarkable took place in my electorate of Cook—something cold but something full of heart. Down at Gunnamatta Bay in Cronulla, just after sunrise, dozens of...
    • Blair Electorate (1 speech)
      My campaign in Blair at the last election was focused on cost-of-living relief, health and delivering key road and community infrastructure needed in my rapidly growing community. I was able to...
  • Constituency Statements (0 speeches)
    • Surf Life Saving Sydney Branch Awards of Excellence, Han-de-Beaux, Ms Sarah (1 speech)
      I want to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the many volunteers in Wentworth who dedicate themselves to protecting our community and our precious coastal environment. First, I'd like to...
    • Tilly Aston Community Awards (1 speech)
      Congratulations on your appointment, Deputy Speaker Mascarenhas. I rise today to speak about our annual Tilly Aston Community Awards, which seek to recognise and honour the contributions and...
    • South Australia: Marine Environment (1 speech)
      My electorate of Mayo, and virtually the entire coastline of South Australia, is in the midst of an environmental catastrophe. The harmful algal bloom is an unprecedented natural disaster. On top...
    • Calwell Electorate: Hume City Football Club, Calwell Electorate: St Thomas Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church (1 speech)
      Sport plays a huge part in the life of my community in Calwell. Across the area, there is always a game going on somewhere on the basketball courts, the footy grounds, the cricket pitches, the...
    • Robinson, Ms Roylene (1 speech)
      Across Australia there are everyday heroes quietly going about their work, changing lives without ever seeking recognition. In Rockhampton one of those heroes is Roylene Robinson. I recently had...
    • Whitlam Electorate: Renewable Energy, Albanese Government: Renewable Energy (1 speech)
      Today I would like to highlight two outstanding clean energy initiatives in the electorate of Whitlam. The first is the recently launched Illawarra Clean Energy Roadmap, which was commissioned by...
    • Cybersafety (1 speech)
      Nine years ago I came into politics because I wanted to make a difference to my community. I felt passionately about a lot of things, and the protection of children was one of them. In 2020, when...
    • Griffith Electorate: Koalas (1 speech)
      Griffith is lucky to have an urban koala population, which extends through the bush corridors connecting Whites Hill Reserve to Toohey Forest. Our colony is part of our community, and their...
    • Renewable Energy (1 speech)
      Labor's reckless race to 82 per cent renewables by 2030 means that 28,000 kilometres of transmission lines are going to be put across prime agricultural land, native bushland and pristine...
    • Women in Parliament, Corangamite Electorate: Gender Equality (1 speech)
      When women do well, we all do well. When women are represented in government, policies are better designed to improve lives and address the unique challenges women face in our communities. The...
    • Canning Electorate: Environment (1 speech)
      Today I rise to raise a stinker of an issue, and I'm not just playing with words. We have a stink that hangs over the northern part of my electorate, and it's making life miserable for thousands...
    • Maribyrnong Electorate: Community Organisations (1 speech)
      In my first speech to parliament, I reflected on how community organisations are the heart and soul of my electorate of Maribyrnong. Weekends are for local footy, soccer, netball and many more....
    • Flinders Electorate: Australia Post (1 speech)
      I rise today to fight Australia Post's decision to close the Rosebud Plaza post office on 29 August of this year. This is a disgraceful and most callous decision. The nearest alternative post...
    • Petrie Electorate: Community Services, Health Care (1 speech)
      I recently had the privilege of attending the Quota Club of Redcliffe's fundraiser supporting The Forgotten Women. This initiative is shining a light on a group too often overlooked: older women...
    • NAIDOC Week (1 speech)
      Recently, Sharon and I grabbed the grandkids and went for a drive out to Cherbourg to participate in the NAIDOC Week celebrations. In 1904, the Barambah Aboriginal settlement was established as a...
    • See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind (1 speech)
      We often hear the phrase, 'ordinary Australians doing extraordinary things'. I rise today to share the story of Australians who volunteer for See Differently and Australians who benefit from that...
    • King's Birthday Honours and Awards (1 speech)
      I rise today with great pride and admiration to acknowledge and congratulate a number of outstanding individuals who were acknowledged in the King's Birthday 2025 Honours List. These awards are...
    • National Tree Day, Organ, Tissue and Blood Donation, EMILY's List Australia (1 speech)
      This month I joined students and one of my state members, Joe Kelly MP, at the Mt Gravatt State High School to celebrate National Tree Day. National Tree Day is Australia's largest community...
    • National Disability Insurance Scheme (1 speech)
      The National Disability Insurance Scheme was supposed to be about dignity and choice, an opportunity for Australians with disability to live with greater independence, to access the supports they...
    • Le Cras, Mr Jack, OAM (2 speeches)
      It's wonderful to see you in the chair, Deputy Speaker Mascarenhas. I would like to pay tribute to a remarkable Australian, a true local legend and someone who has dedicated nearly a century of...
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  • Condolences (0 speeches)
    • Nixon, Hon. Peter James, AO (4 speeches)
      In her very good book of 2020, John McEwan: right man, right place, right time, Senator Bridget McKenzie interviewed the late, great Peter Nixon. Trade is an important thing at the moment. We're...
    • His Holiness Pope Francis (12 speeches)
      It is with both sadness and gratitude that I rise today in this place to pay tribute to the life and legacy of one of the great figures of our times, His Holiness Pope Francis. I do so as someone...

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