House debates
Thursday, 12 February 2026
- Statements on Indulgence (0 speeches)
- Kudelka, Mr Jonathan Oscar (Jon) (1 speech)
When Jon Kudelka died earlier this week, Australia lost one of our great cartoonists and artists and Tasmania lost one of its favourite sons. He could skewer his targets with wit and precision,...
- Delegation Reports (0 speeches)
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Committees (0 speeches)
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Ministerial Statements (0 speeches)
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Statements by Members (0 speeches)
- Fowler Electorate: King Tom's Club (1 speech)
King Tom's Club, founded in 1965 by Croatian migrants, sits right in the heart of my Fowler electorate. For decades it has been more than just a sporting ground; it has been a home for culture,...
- Koch, Cr Paul (1 speech)
Today I rise to acknowledge the passing of Councillor Paul Koch and to honour a life defined by steadfast service to the people of Gawler. For more than 15 years as an elected member, Paul gave...
- Forrest Electorate: Busselton Margaret River Airport (1 speech)
The Busselton Margaret River Airport is at the very heart of Forrest, lying there with great potential to diversify the local economy away from being reliant on just mining, and my community is...
- Housing (1 speech)
For many first home buyers, the dream of owning a home can just feel out of reach. Saving for a 20 per cent deposit while paying rent, groceries and bills is simply too much. That's why the...
- Lunar New Year (1 speech)
As the Lunar New Year approaches, families and communities across Kooyong are coming together to share meals, enjoy lanterns and lion dances and celebrate renewal. This year we welcome the Year...
- Myanmar (1 speech)
I stand in solidarity with the people of Myanmar. This is a deeply painful and worrying time for many Burmese Australians. I share the concerns felt by my brothers and sisters in Tangney who live...
- Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (1 speech)
I rise to expose what looks like an industrial-scale conspiracy at the heart of the Australian Labor Party. Last year the Prime Minister shut down parliament's scrutinising the scale of the...
- Domestic and Family Violence (1 speech)
When I was young, the only red flags that I knew about were the ones that I had to swim between at the beach. There were no conversations about what a bad relationship looked like. Gen X women...
- Aged Care (1 speech)
The new Aged Care Act and Support at Home Program came into effect on 1 November 2025, touted as significant reform to how in-home aged care is delivered and funded. The government assured older...
- Timor-Leste (1 speech)
On Sunday, I attended Mass at St Mary's Star of the Sea Cathedral. Our children were baptised there and had their first Holy Communion there. Our daughter Sally's godfather is an old Army mate of...
- Economy (1 speech)
Last week's RBA decision confirmed what Australian families already know: there is no light at the end of the tunnel under Labor. It's too hard to buy a home, it's too hard to start a business,...
- Ramadan (1 speech)
With the sighting of the crescent moon just one week away, I rise to send my warmest wishes to the Muslim communities across Maribyrnong as they prepare for the holy month of Ramadan. From the...
- Parkes Electorate: News Media (1 speech)
With the huge changes in the media and communications industry over the past 20 years, it has become harder and harder for local newspapers to survive. I'm proud to say that community journalism...
- Arthur, Ms Emily (1 speech)
Last night our community got behind our local star Emily Arthur as she represented Australia in the snowboard halfpipe at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Emily is a Hughes local from Woronora...
- Cost of Living (1 speech)
Today I want to deliver a message to all Australians: you deserve better from this government. I say that because I know that in suburbs in my electorate, like Parkwood, Pimpama or Pacific Pines,...
- Barnett, Mr Josh and Ms Bec (1 speech)
I want to recognise two outstanding locals from Singleton, Josh and Bec Barnett, who have both claimed Australian titles at the recent ABCRA National Finals Rodeo in Tamworth. They are husband...
- Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (9 speeches)
Rotting from the top
- Medicare (1 speech)
Our record investment in Medicare is seeing real cost-of-living relief around the country, like in my community in Melbourne's western suburbs. Just take a walk around Caroline Springs, Deer Park...
- Bowen, Hon. Christopher Eyles Guy (1 speech)
I'm pretty sure, during this question time, we're going to see those in government looking back at people's track records to see whether they're suitable for higher office or not, so what I...
- Cheaper Home Batteries Program (2 speeches)
As of this week, 3,247 households in my electorate of Sturt have installed a battery under the Albanese Labor government's Cheaper Home Batteries scheme. That's 3,247 households using clean...
- Ministry (0 speeches)
- Temporary Arrangements (3 speeches)
I inform the House that the Deputy Prime Minister will be absent from question time today. He is undertaking duties and representation as Minister for Defence internationally. The Minister for...
- Statement by the Speaker (0 speeches)
- Parliamentary Standards (1 speech)
Before we move to questions without notice, there was a use of props during the 90-second statements. I want to ensure that all members are aware that's highly disorderly and I will take action...
- Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
- Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (2 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. I refer to the report into CFMEU corruption where the chief investigator found that taxpayer funds were compromised: 'Bribes were being paid here, there and...
- Economy (8 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. How is the Albanese Labor government showing leadership and delivering for Australians by strengthening Medicare, easing cost-of-living pressures and helping...
- Housing (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Housing—or the Treasurer in her stead. Warringah contains some of the most expensive land in the country, contributing to a shortage of crisis...
- Closing the Gap (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Indigenous Australians. Today the government released the Closing the gap annual report, and the Prime Minister demonstrated in his...
- Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
- Acknowledgement (1 speech)
In the gallery today I'm pleased to welcome Councillor Helen O'Neil from Bega Valley Shire, as a guest of the Minister for Emergency Management from her electorate of Eden-Monaro, and Mr Rock...
- Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
- Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (4 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. I refer to his minister's refusal to answer questions yesterday and today about Geoffrey Watson's report into the CFMEU-Labor cartel of corruption. Given the...
- Health Care (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Health and Ageing. How is the Albanese Labor government's record investment in Medicare making it easier for Territorians to see a doctor for free? Why is it so...
- Energy (9 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Does the minister agree that the Albanese government has broken its promise to reduce household energy bills by $275 by 2025?
- Gender Equality (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations. How is the Albanese Labor government working to close the gender pay gap, and how does this compare to other approaches?
- Economy (19 speeches)
My question goes to the Treasurer. Australia's debt is due to hit $1 trillion over coming months. The Treasurer has spent years dishonestly claiming others had hit this milestone, and yet, in...
- Energy (18 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Why hasn't anyone, anybody at all, in the Albanese government taken responsibility and apologised for failing to deliver the $275...
- Defence (9 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Defence. How is the Albanese government delivering for Defence, and what are the alternative approaches?
- Labor Government (3 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Mother of three Pushpanjali told the Herald Sun that Labor's interest rate rises have 'already affected us three times.' She said: 'My kids used to do...
- Gender Equality (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Women. How is the Albanese Labor government supporting women in the workplace and strengthening their rights at work? Are there other...
- Environmental Legislation (2 speeches)
My question is for the Minister representing the Minister for the Environment and Water. Minister, late last year this parliament passed important reforms to our nature laws, the EPBC Act. The...
- Local Government (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories. How is the Albanese Labor government working with local councils to support communities, and how does...
- Cybersafety (2 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Many Australians increasingly feel angry, divided and isolated. Social media platforms play a large part in this, driven by algorithms that control our...
- Energy (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. How is the Albanese Labor government modernising our energy grid? Why is this important after a decade of mismanagement, and what are...
- Cost of Living (2 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Single mum Kylie has told the West Australian of the impact of Labor's cost-of-living crisis: I had no money and was behind in my rent and couldn't even...
- Tertiary Education and Training (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Education. What is the Albanese Labor government doing to cut student debt and make university more accessible for students in the outer suburbs and regions?...
- Energy (3 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Did Australian families see the $275 reduction in their energy bills the Prime Minister promised 97 times?
- Social Services (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Social Services. How is the Albanese Labor government delivering for Australian families in social services, and what puts this at risk?
- Cost of Living (4 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Western Sydney mum Kate has told the ABC that her family are now having to rely on a community pantry to make ends meet, saying she has 'relied pretty...
- Albanese Government (6 speeches)
My question is for the Prime Minister. What has been the focus of the Albanese Labor government over the past fortnight, and how does this differ from other priorities?
- Matters of Public Importance (0 speeches)
- Cost of Living (26 speeches)
I have received a letter from the honourable member for Page proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: This Government's betrayal of...
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Adjournment (0 speeches)
- Food Industry (1 speech)
Currently, a quarter of Australian children are above the healthy weight range, placing them on an early trajectory towards chronic disease. Among adults, that figure rises to two-thirds. This is...
- Multiculturalism, International Relations (1 speech)
The community that I serve in Werriwa in South West Sydney is a snapshot of modern Australia. People from all parts of the globe have chosen to settle, work and raise their families in our...
- Economy (1 speech)
I rise today to highlight to the government the importance of the right allocation of capital within the economy and the consequences of their lack of understanding of the role of public finance...
- International Relations: Australia and Indonesia (1 speech)
In my first speech to the House, I spoke of Australia's unique positioning in the Asia-Pacific and the importance of strong relationships with our closest neighbours and regional partners. I also...
- Cook Electorate: Acknowledgements (1 speech)
Firstly, I'd like to acknowledge Mr John Nour OAM, who has been recognised for his service to the Coptic Orthodox Church and to the Egyptian community. His contribution exemplifies the vital role...
- Low Isles Preservation Society (1 speech)
It is late on a Thursday afternoon. This time tomorrow I will be back in beautiful Leichhardt—one of the best places in Australia. Even you, Speaker, despite your passion and love for...
- Constituency Statements (0 speeches)
- Bradfield Electorate: Gambling (1 speech)
When communities consider major redevelopment proposals, the question before us is never merely one of land use or architectural form. It's a question of values. What kind of neighbourhoods do we...
- Cleave, Dr Kaye, Zub, Henry (1 speech)
Ageing is a difficult subject for many people. In a hyper commercialised world, youth is considered a virtue and age is devalued—but not for Dr Kaye Cleave. A teacher, meditation guide,...
- Albanese Government (1 speech)
I rise today to address a quiet but deeply damaging failure in our democracy—this government's refusal to respond to the parliamentary inquiries it commissioned. Australians often see the...
- Richmond Electorate (1 speech)
Well, locals in my electorate of Richmond on the far North Coast of New South Wales know they can always count on me, and I'll always deliver on all of my promises. I'm really proud to be...
- Dawson Electorate: Townsville Tamil Community (1 speech)
I rise today to celebrate a significant milestone in our region and to pay tribute to the rich cultural tapestry that strengthens North Queensland. Recently, I had the great honour of joining the...
- Lohri, Heinz Southern District Cricket Club (1 speech)
Last month I joined the members of Compassionate Hands to celebrate Lohri. For many Sikh and Punjabi families in my electorate of Holt and, indeed, across the world, this festival holds a deep...
- Sport (3 speeches)
Sports fans, what a time! This week, Aussies have had the chance to marvel at the talents of skiers on the slopes and legends of the luge at the Winter Olympics, which keeps us captivated in...
- Thriving Kids Program (1 speech)
I would like to take this opportunity to speak on the tabling of the Thriving Kids No child left behind report. I firstly acknowledge the many people with a disability and their families who...
- Sport (1 speech)
In parliament this week, I went to an event hosted by the Speaker to launch the Great Aussie Athlete BBQ. It was a celebration of sport, summer and mateship, all while raising vital funds for the...
- Australia Day Honours and Awards (1 speech)
Each year, on Australia Day, we honour those who have given outstanding contributions to the Australian community. The Australia Day honours awards recognise those who have worked tirelessly to...
- Road Safety (3 speeches)
At a recent listening post in my community, I met Harper, who read me a letter I would like to read here today: Good morning, Mr. Kennedy. My name is Harper, and I am 11 years old. Thank you for...
- Motion by the Ocean, The Periscope Crew (1 speech)
I rise today to recognise two outstanding groups in my community of Moore, Motion by the Ocean, led by Alanagh Godderidge, and the Periscope Crew with their dedicated mentors. Motion by the Ocean...
- Berowra Electorate: Education (1 speech)
Today I'd like to place on the national record the names of the students from across the Berowra electorate who I had the honour of presenting prizes to at last year's school presentation days....
- Byner, Mr Leon, OAM (1 speech)
Today I rise to pay tribute to a remarkable individual from South Australia who passed away late last year: Leon Byner, radio host of the FIVEAA program. Leon was not just a radio announcer and a...
- Economy (1 speech)
Today Australians are facing a cost-of-living crisis that is squeezing families, driving small businesses to the brink and undermining confidence in our economy. Last week mortgage holders felt...
- Chisholm Electorate: Thai Pongal, Chisholm Electorate: Multiculturalism (1 speech)
I want to extend my thanks and appreciation to Tamil Festival Australia for another incredible year, with another fantastic event held in Melbourne just a few weeks ago. The spirit of Thai...
- Parliament (1 speech)
Earlier this week I had the great joy of meeting year 6 students from my electorate. The girls from Toorak College came with open and curious minds. Among their many questions came why I sought...
- Health Care, Scullin Electorate: Australia Day (1 speech)
Affordable health care is one of the critical ways in which we in the Albanese Labor government are delivering real cost-of-living relief for every single Australian. It has now been just over a...
- Barker Electorate: Wine Industry (1 speech)
I rise today to speak on behalf of wine grape growers across Barker, who are facing a deep and widening crisis that demands urgent government action. This is not a short-term downturn. It's not a...
- Perth Electorate: Australia Day Honours and Awards (2 speeches)
For more than half a century, the Australian honours system has been a proud national tradition—our own honours to recognise our own Australians and their outstanding achievements. For 51...
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Adjournment (0 speeches)
- Cost of Living (1 speech)
Behind all the distractions and all the mud-slinging, one thing remains true, surviving in this country is getting harder. This is what my constituents are telling me, and it's what I've been...
- Bean Electorate: Community Events (1 speech)
Last week I hosted the Capital Region Showcase here at Parliament House. It's an event to highlight the breadth and depth of experiences and attractions that are available right across the...
- Housing (1 speech)
When we left government, there were 415,000 apprentices and trainees in the system. Today, just four years later, do you reckon there are more or fewer? There are over 100,000 fewer. Irrespective...
- Migration (1 speech)
The political debate in Australia has become more and more heated, particularly around discussions on immigration. Our immigration system must work to strengthen Australia, keeping us safe and...
- Workplace Relations (1 speech)
Well, here we go again. It seems like the CFMEU saga will never, ever end. But this time it isn't just another messy chapter in the long and troubled history of the CFMEU. It is something far...
- Women's Health (1 speech)
Medical misogyny and gender bias are rife in the health system. Every single woman has a story, and I am incredibly proud that this Labor government has launched a national conversation about...
