House debates

Thursday, 5 February 2026

  • Bills (0 speeches)
  • Statements (0 speeches)
    • Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence (1 speech)
      The suspected murders of Leon and Otis Clune and the suicide of their parents in Mosman Park in my electorate have sent shockwaves throughout our community. It brings profound sadness but also...
    • Australia Day Honours and Awards (2 speeches)
      Residents across my community work tirelessly to improve the lives of those around them. Each Australia Day, through the honours list, special recognition is made to citizens who have made...
    • Banks Electorate: Energy (1 speech)
      Recently the suburbs of Lugarno and Peakhurst Heights in my electorate of Banks experienced two power outages in 24 hours. Unfortunately, they were not isolated incidents and were part of the...
    • Australia Day Honours and Awards (1 speech)
      I rise today to proudly acknowledge the Capricornia region and the outstanding locals recognised in the recent Australia Day 2026 honours list. Professor John Rolfe AM of Rockyview was appointed...
    • Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (1 speech)
      Six women have been murdered in the first six weeks of 2026. This statistic demands more than reflection; it demands action. When it comes to violence against women, the evidence is already...
    • Australia Day Honours and Awards (1 speech)
      Today I recognise outstanding Australians whose service reflects the very best of our nation's values: commitment, compassion, courage and care for community, culture and country. The 2026...
    • Labor Government: Health Care (1 speech)
      I am proud to be a member of this Labor government that is united and getting on with the job of delivering for all Australians. Since the start of this year alone, we've launched 1800MEDICARE,...
    • Cowper Electorate: Roads (1 speech)
      This week I've been inundated with calls and emails from frustrated constituents who have once again been negatively impacted by the closure of a main access road in my electorate, Waterfall Way....
    • Boothby Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
      I'm thrilled to announce that the three tram overpasses on the Glenelg line in Boothby are complete, open and operational. This is yet another example of the Albanese Labor government and the...
    • Fisher Electorate: Roads (1 speech)
      I rise to talk about some of the listening posts that I've done in my electorate over the summer. I did the 'Tour de Fisher' for 2025, where I rode around in my electorate, speaking to my...
    • Hunters Hill High School (1 speech)
      From the classrooms of Hunters Hill to the bright lights of Hollywood—that is quite a journey. Just a few weeks ago, one of Bennelong's very own, Rose Byrne, took home a Golden Globe for...
    • Woodside Barracks (1 speech)
      Yesterday, my community found out that the government will be selling Woodside Barracks—145 hectares, much of it environmental land that has never been cultivated. It's very important...
    • Milano Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (1 speech)
      Guess what? Tomorrow is the start of the Winter Olympics, a global celebration of athleticism, courage and—in some cases—an impressive willingness to throw yourself down an icy...
    • Economy (1 speech)
      This is a message for all of the small and family businesses, the sole traders and the self-employed. We just want to say, 'Thank you, and keep going.' We know that you're suffering directly as a...
    • Education (1 speech)
      Like many families across Maribyrnong and across the nation, my family is well and truly back into the rhythm of the new year. Gweny is beaming with excitement, having started high school, and...
    • Economy (1 speech)
      This week has been a terrible week for mortgage holders in Australia. We've seen, this week, the 13th interest rate increase under this Labor government. That's obviously had a huge impact on the...
    • International Women's Day (1 speech)
      Purple is the colour of International Women's Day. It was used in the women's suffrage movement. It's a symbol of dignity and justice, and it's a motif in the artistic expression of women, from...
    • Economy (1 speech)
      The Reserve Bank's latest decision confirms what Australians already know: Labor has lost control of the economy. They've lost control of energy costs. They've lost control of social cohesion....
    • Housing (2 speeches)
      The Albanese Labor government is helping more Australians to realise the dream of homeownership sooner, and I'm thrilled that more than 50,000 Queenslanders have now bought their first home with...
  • Statements on Indulgence (0 speeches)
    • Perth: Attack (2 speeches)
      I inform the House that the Western Australian government has confirmed that the Western Australian Joint Counter Terrorism Team, comprising WA police, the Australian Federal Police and ASIO,...
  • Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
    • Economy (8 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. Last year, the Prime Minister promised Australians that inflation was under control and that his government had 'done all it can'. Yet Australians have now...
    • Defence Properties (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Deputy Prime Minister. How is the Albanese government delivering a future Defence estate for our Australian Defence Force, and what have been alternative approaches?
  • Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
    • Acknowledgement (1 speech)
      I'm pleased to inform the House today that in the Speaker's gallery is Her Excellency Ms Fiona Flood, the ambassador to Australia from Ireland. A very warm welcome to you. Honourable members:...
  • Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
    • Victoria: Bushfires (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Emergency Management. Bushfires are still burning in Victoria, and thus far over 75 per cent of homes lost and private land burnt is in my electorate of Indi....
    • Economy (13 speeches)
      My question is to the Treasurer. How is the Albanese Labor government helping with the cost of living and strengthening the budget? How does that compare to other approaches?
    • Gender Equality (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. Why is gender equality a priority for our Labor government? And why do all Australians have a responsibility to do more and do better on matters of gender...
    • Energy (6 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Minister, what date can Australian families expect their retail power bills to come down by $275?
    • Perth: Attack (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Home Affairs. What progress has been made on the investigation into the alleged terrorist attack that occurred on 26 January in Perth?
    • Economy (6 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. Today, KPMG's chief economist said that the impact of government spending on inflation was 'plain as day'. Prime Minister, every reputable economist says...
    • Medicare (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Health and Ageing. How are the Albanese Labor government's investments in 1800MEDICARE and Medicare urgent care clinics taking the pressure off emergency...
    • Energy (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. The minister has had several opportunities in question time this week to explain when Australian families can expect the $275...
    • Early Childhood Education and Care (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Education. What reforms is the Albanese Labor government delivering to help more children from disadvantaged backgrounds get access to early education and care,...
    • Housing (6 speeches)
      My question goes to the Prime Minister. As property owners were slugged this week with their thirteenth interest rate rise under Labor, the Treasurer has been laying the ground for an increase in...
    • Rural, Regional and Remote Australia (7 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories. What is the Albanese Labor government doing to deliver for regional Australians, and why is unity so...
    • Budget (5 speeches)
      My question is to the Treasurer. Can the Treasurer please inform the House of the cost to the Commonwealth budget for 2025-26 for the Commonwealth's Capacity Investment Scheme? To assist the...
    • Housing (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Housing, Minister for Homelessness and Minister for Cities. What is the Albanese Labor government doing to build more houses in the regions and help more...
    • Calare Electorate: Infrastructure (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. Since the days of the gold rush, our residents have been pushing for a crossing over the...
    • International Relations: Australia and Indonesia (2 speeches)
      My question is to the Prime Minister. What are the objectives of the Prime Minister's upcoming visit to Indonesia? Why are our relationships in the region and the world so important for...
  • Questions to the Speaker (0 speeches)
    • Economy (3 speeches)
      I have a question for you, Mr Speaker. It's asked incredibly politely. Are you able to review the Hansard for the first question, including my point of relevance? I'm happy to discuss this with...
  • Auditor-General's Reports (0 speeches)
    • Report No. 22 of 2025-26 (1 speech)
      (): I present the Auditor-General's performance statements audit report No. 22 of 2025-26 entitled Performance statements of major Australian Government entities—Outcomes from the 2024-25...
  • Committees (0 speeches)
  • Documents (0 speeches)
    • Presentation (1 speech)
      Documents are tabled in accordance with the list circulated to honourable members earlier today. Full details of the documents will be recorded in the Votes and Proceedings.
  • Matters of Public Importance (0 speeches)
    • Economy (44 speeches)
      I have received a letter from the honourable member for Goldstein proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The Government's decision...
  • Statements on Indulgence (0 speeches)
    • Perth: Attack (1 speech)
      I rise to associate myself with the remarks of the Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition at the beginning of question time. For 45,000 years, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation...
  • Bills (0 speeches)
  • Committees (0 speeches)
    • Intelligence and Security Joint Committee; Report (1 speech)
      On behalf of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security, I present the committee's Advisory report on the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Amendment Bill (No. 2)...
  • Bills (0 speeches)
  • Adjournment (0 speeches)
    • Fiscal Policy (1 speech)
      I'm in the House to talk about something a bit unusual, something I never thought I would be talking about in the House, which is one of my favourite biscuits: Tim Tam. But I do want to explain...
    • Labor Government: Health Care (2 speeches)
      I am pleased to rise today to talk about some of the incredible progress that the Albanese Labor government has made in delivering our promises of cheaper health care for all Australians. We...
    • Longman Electorate: PCYC Caboolture (1 speech)
      In 1982, the Caboolture PCYC that we've all come to know and love was opened on Toovey Street. For more than 40 years this building has been home to programs and activities like youth...
    • Uni Hub Playford (1 speech)
      Last week I was joined by the Minister for Education to officially open Uni Hub Playford, our very own suburban university study hub located right in the heart of my electorate of Spence. This...
    • Tobacco Control (1 speech)
      Inverloch is one of the most beautiful parts of my electorate. It's where Australia's best soil meets jewel encrusted seas. But, like many parts of Australia right now, Inverloch has an illegal...
    • Housing (1 speech)
      Access to safe, secure and affordable housing is one of the most fundamental foundations of a fair society. It is not simply about shelter but about dignity, stability, opportunity and wellbeing....
  • Constituency Statements (0 speeches)
    • Economy (1 speech)
      I rise today on behalf of my community in Fowler and, in particular, a constituent from Wakeley, Narkis, who has written with deep concern about the rising cost of living and the Reserve Bank's...
    • Health Care (1 speech)
      Access to health care is top of mind for people in my community of Jagajaga. We're fortunate to be home to some of Melbourne's best medical institutions, including the Austin, the Repat, the ONJ,...
    • National Security (1 speech)
      Excuse me for reading this document out, but it's one of the rare occasions that I'm going to do it. What's happening in our northern waters right now should worry every single person in this...
    • Kennedy, Ms Alyssia, Mount Lyell Strahan Picnic (1 speech)
      I'm extremely proud to say that the 2026 Young Australian of the Year for Tasmania was awarded to Braddon local Alyssia Kennedy, a remarkable young woman who has turned her own lived experience...
    • Health Care (1 speech)
      Australia's dream of universal health coverage has been lost. Australians now face an impossible choice, as they cannot access or afford to see medical specialists in this country. We know that...
    • Defence Properties, Victoria: Infrastructure (1 speech)
      This week, the government released our response to the Defence Estate Audit. This report recommends a divestment of RAAF Williams Point Cook and a significant part of RAAF Williams Laverton. The...
    • Hinkler Electorate: Bruce Highway, Hinkler Electorate: Australia Day (1 speech)
      I'm very pleased to note a significant win for my electorate made possible through investment under a former coalition government initiative, the Hinkler regional deal. I was yesterday informed...
    • Uttley, Darcy, Eden-Monaro Electorate: Community Events, Terry Campese Foundation (1 speech)
      I rise to congratulate eight-year-old Darcy Uttley from Googong who is a true local hero. Darcy is a scout, and he's been raising money to buy bedding and shelter for the homeless in our...
    • Economy (1 speech)
      This week Australian mortgage holders and small business owners were slugged with the 13th interest rate rise since this government came into power—an unlucky number for what increasingly...
    • Early Childhood Education and Care (1 speech)
      I rise today to speak about the Albanese Labor government's commitment to early childhood education and, more specifically, what this commitment means for the families and communities in my...
    • Western Australia: Fishing Industry (1 speech)
      Last December, the Western Australian Cook government announced a 21-month ban on recreational boat based fishing for demersal species and a permanent ban on commercial fishers from Kalbarri to...
    • Perth: Attack (1 speech)
      On 26 January, at a Survival Day rally in the Perth CBD, there was an attempt to cause a mass-casualty event using an improvised explosive device filled with nails and ball bearings, thrown into...
    • Goldstein Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
      After the 2022 election the federal Labor government ripped $100 million of infrastructure funding out of the Goldstein community for worthy and important projects, particularly those to promote...
    • Melbourne: Chinese New Year (1 speech)
      [language not transcribed] Happy New Year to Melbourne's Chinese and Vietnamese communities. On Sunday I had the pleasure of joining the local Vietnamese community at the Lunar New Year festival...
    • Western Australia: Fishing Industry (1 speech)
      I rise today to give voice to the Western Australian families who were shafted by the WA state Labor government's decision to close down the demersal fishing industry, commercially forever and...
    • Middle East (1 speech)
      At the ecumenical worship service for the opening of the 2026 federal parliamentary year, there was a call for peace throughout the world. Every day, billions of people struggle through life...
    • Cost of Living (1 speech)
      I would like to respond to some of those comments of a moment ago, but I realise this is constituency statements and so I will stick to that. Under Labor the cost-of-living crisis is getting...
    • Brotherhood of St Laurence: Youth Transitions Support Pilot Program (1 speech)
      Last week I joined the Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Anne Aly, in my electorate for a visit to the Brotherhood of St Laurence, where, together, we heard directly from young people in our...
    • Victoria: Natural Disasters (1 speech)
      I rise today to thank everyone who kept the communities of western Victoria safe over this summer and who are still doing so. We have had an incredibly difficult period since Christmas in western...
    • Cowan Electorate: Australia Day (2 speeches)
      I want to recognise two outstanding contributors to the Cowan community. They're also the recipients of the City of Stirling's 2026 Community Citizen of the Year Awards, and their work reflects...
  • Condolences (0 speeches)
    • Bolkus, Hon. Nick (8 speeches)
      I rise to associate myself with some wonderful remarks commemorating the life of a great Australian, Nick Bolkus—those remarks made by the Prime Minister; the Leader of the Opposition; my...
    • Jonceski, Mr Ljupco (Luch) (12 speeches)
      It's with great sadness that I rise here today to pay my condolences to our Luch. No-one in this place does their job alone, especially in Parliament House. Some of us are lucky enough to spend...
  • Adjournment (0 speeches)
    • Ovarian Cancer (1 speech)
      The words fall like stones in a silent room, heavy, cold and irreversible. A diagnosis doesn't arrive gently; it crashes in, shattering the quiet of an ordinary day and turning life as you know...
    • Kena, Ms Jenny, Lawler, Aunty Lindy, Gibb, Ms Barbara (1 speech)
      I rise today to recognise the extraordinary contribution made by Jenny Kena to the community of Robertson, a beautiful village in the Southern Highlands region within my electorate. In 2025,...
    • Economy (1 speech)
      I always love going back to my electorate after coming to Canberra, although I do really appreciate and relish the opportunity that I've been given to represent, in this place, the people of...
    • Dunkley Electorate: Men's Health, Dunkley Electorate: Housing (1 speech)
      Before entering this place as an MP, I spent three decades working in the community sector learning how real and lasting change is created when people come together with shared purpose. That...
    • Porter, Carol Anne, OAM (1 speech)
      I rise today with a heavy heart to honour the life and legacy of an extraordinary woman, Carol Porter OAM, a longtime resident of Latrobe, a pillar of our community and a very close and dear...
    • Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (1 speech)
      This year we've already had a number of very painful reminders of why, as a nation, we have to be relentless in our commitment to end domestic, family and sexual violence. We have to make sure...

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