House debates
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
- Committees (0 speeches)
- Business (0 speeches)
- Suspension of Standing and Sessional Orders (1 speech)
I move: That so much of the standing and sessional orders be suspended as would prevent the following: on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, standing orders 31 (automatic adjournment of the House) and 33...
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Statements by Members (0 speeches)
- His Beatitude Mar Paul (1 speech)
I want to warmly congratulate Archbishop Amel Nona on his election as patriarch of the Chaldean Catholic Church, now known as His Beatitude Mar Paul III, elected by the Synod of Bishops in Rome...
- Ewen, Mr Willian (Bill), Petsch, Mr Frank (1 speech)
I rise today on behalf of my community whose hearts are breaking right now following the recent tragedy in Ballina. Early last week, a crew of six marine rescue volunteers went out in difficult...
- Budget (1 speech)
Tonight, it appears the cost of ambition is about to go up. Based on what has already been leaked to the media, tonight's budget is looking like a direct tax on success and a calculated betrayal...
- Crossin, Ms Patricia Margaret (Trish), AM, Cull Finch, Ms Jocelyn Joanna (1 speech)
I rise today to acknowledge the passing of two remarkable women—former senator Trish Crossin AM, and Jocelyn Cull—who both gave so much to our Northern Territory community. Trish...
- Mental Health (1 speech)
I welcome the $4.9 million in funding for mental health services for Strathbogie, Murrindindi and Towong shires, which are recovering from the recent devastating Longwood and Walwa bushfires....
- Anzac Day (1 speech)
Anzac Day is a time for reflection, remembrance and gratitude. It is a day when Australians come together to honour the courage, sacrifice and service of those who defended our nation and the...
- Budget (1 speech)
Australians know something isn't right. No matter how hard they work, they're just not getting ahead. After the Prime Minister himself said 50 times 'no changes to housing taxes', Labor now wants...
- Singh, Councillor Preet (1 speech)
I was here in parliament on 1 April when news broke that Councillor Preet Singh had stepped aside as mayor of Wyndham City Council because in 2024 he had written a character reference for Kashyap...
- Monash Electorate: Community Services (1 speech)
People in my electorate are already hurting, and they're about to be let down by tonight's budget of broken promises and higher taxes. I hear them loud and clear, because Gippslanders in Monash...
- Shellharbour Hospital Auxiliary (1 speech)
I rise today to congratulate the Shellharbour Hospital Auxiliary on its 40th anniversary and to thank this dedicated group of volunteers, affectionately known as the Pink Ladies, for their...
- Economy (1 speech)
Last week in my electorate of Hinkler, I launched my small business survey. Every single response that I've received so far confirms that this Labor government is making it harder to do business....
- Bennelong Electorate: Media, Barker, Ms Jacky (1 speech)
When Bennelong residents hear the words 'local journalism', a few key names are likely to come to mind. For those in Lane Cove, it's Jacky Barker. Jacky founded local independent news publication...
- Labor Government (1 speech)
The Treasurer will hand down the government's much anticipated budget tonight, and Australians are already getting a glimpse of what's in store. Let's look at what's already been reported. The...
- International Nurses Day (1 speech)
Today, on the international day of the nurse, we don't just celebrate a profession; we celebrate the backbone of our healthcare system. As a nurse myself for over 40 years, I know that behind...
- Labor Government (1 speech)
After four years in office, this government has a trail of broken promises in its wake. Now its only remaining playing card is pitting young Australians against older generations—telling...
- Croquett, Ms Katrina (1 speech)
I want to recognise an incredible woman from Kilaben Bay who's making a real difference in our community through adventure, fitness and mental resilience. Katrina Croquett has just completed...
- Infrastructure (3 speeches)
When I was the Deputy Prime Minister and minister for infrastructure—and I know the member for Gippsland held that role, too, of the minister for infrastructure—in the halcyon days of...
- Mental Health: Midland Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub (1 speech)
To the little child who's been living with trauma, to the pre-teen who perhaps needs some coaching to help with their emotional regulation: the Midland Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub is there to...
- Taxation (1 speech)
This Labor government has declared war on Aussie aspiration. Tonight the Treasurer will outline his battle plan when he hands down the Albanese budget. The Prime Minister has given the Treasurer...
- Coliban Water, Murray-Darling Basin Plan (2 speeches)
Before I begin, I just want to give those in the National Party a trigger warning: I am talking about the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, because we have really good news about what we've announced in...
- Condolences (0 speeches)
- Muddle, Warrant Officer Class 2 Lachlan (3 speeches)
on indulgence—Yesterday evening, the ADF lost one of its finest. Warrant Officer Lachlan Muddle died in a parachuting accident at the ADF's parachute school at Jervis Bay. Warrant Officer...
- Crossin, Ms Patricia Margaret (Trish), AM, Denman, Kay Janet, Grayden, Willliam Leondard (Bill), AM (1 speech)
I also inform the House, sadly, of the deaths of former senators Patricia 'Trish' Margaret Crossin AM and Kay Janet Denman and of former member of this House William 'Bill' Leonard Grayden AM....
- Morris, Hon. Peter Frederick, OAM; Reference to Federation Chamber (1 speech)
I declare that the resumption of debate on the Prime Minister's motion of condolence in connection with the death of the Hon. Peter Frederick Morris is referred to the Federation Chamber.
- Ministry (0 speeches)
- Temporary Arrangements (1 speech)
I inform the House that the Treasurer will be absent from question time today. I will answer questions on his behalf.
- Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
- Taxation (6 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister has said: My word is my bond. I've always been a man of my word, and I believe that when you go to an election, and you make commitments,...
- Fuel Security (2 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. As the conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt global fuel supplies, how is the Albanese Labor government taking action to shield Australians from...
- Budget (16 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister said 'for the fiftieth time' that he would not impose new taxes on Australian homes and savings. All major newspapers report that the...
- Fuel Security (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. How has the Albanese Labor government acted to secure additional fuel for Australia? What actions will the government take in this...
- Great Western Highway: Victoria Pass (6 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. The Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass has now been closed for two months. Our businesses are desperate. They're going broke because of the negligence of...
- Australian Defence Force (2 speeches)
My question is to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence. How is the Albanese government delivering historic investment in our defence force?
- Budget (3 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Before the last election, the Prime Minister promised Australians he would not impose any new taxes on farmers and small businesses. The Prime Minister has...
- Middle East (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. How is the Albanese Labor government helping our farmers, fishers and producers to manage the impacts of the conflict in...
- Budget (5 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister told Australians: I'm a Prime Minister who will promise to do things and then go and do them. I think that's how you restore faith in...
- Gas Industry (4 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Resources and the Minister for Northern Australia. How's the Albanese Labor government securing affordable gas for Australian households and businesses, and are...
- Taxation (2 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister said his word is his bond. Will the Prime Minister raise taxes on houses, savings, small businesses and farmers?
- Kumanjayi Little Baby (5 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister following the tragic—
- Aged Care (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Aged Care and Seniors. Leslie and Bernice from Wodonga in my electorate are 90 and 85. They've been approved for home support services but have been told it...
- Biosecurity: Hantavirus (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Health and Ageing. What action is the Albanese Labor government taking to protect Australians and to support the quarantine of passengers that have been...
- Minister for Communications (2 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Communications. Does the minister stand by her declaration to the independent inquiry into her travel that, on the evening of Saturday 7 June last year, she...
- Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion (2 speeches)
My question is to the Attorney-General. Can the Attorney-General please update the House on the work of the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, including its recently published...
- Inland Rail (6 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. The minister has claimed that there is a $31 billion blowout in the cost of the...
- Health Care (4 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Health and Ageing. How is the Albanese Labor government making it easier for Australians to see a doctor when they need urgent care? How are urgent care clinics...
- Minister for Communications (5 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Communications. I refer to your previous answer. Were any ministerial staff or departmental officials present at the meeting, and were any notes taken?
- Gambling (3 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. How is the Albanese Labor government delivering meaningful action on gambling harm? Why are these reforms important?
- Questions to the Speaker (0 speeches)
- Question Time (10 speeches)
Speaker, obviously it goes to the essence of democracy in this place that we can ask questions of the government and that we know when the microphone is going to be switched off and when it's not...
- Statement by the Speaker (0 speeches)
- Budget (1 speech)
Before members leave the House, I have a statement to make about proceedings for the budget and budget reply. I just ask all members to note the usual arrangements in place for the budget week...
- Auditor-General's Reports (0 speeches)
- Documents (0 speeches)
- Commonwealth Ombudsman; Presentation (1 speech)
I present the quarterly reports of the Commonwealth Ombudsman under section 712F(6) of the Fair Work Act 2009. Details of the reports will be recorded in the Votes and Proceedings.
- 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)
- Albanese Government (19 speeches)
I have received a letter from the honourable member for Riverina proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The Government's broken...
- Committees (0 speeches)
- National Anti-Corruption Commission Joint Committee; Report (2 speeches)
On behalf of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on the National Anti-Corruption Commission, I present the following reports: Examination of the Inspector of the National Anti-Corruption Commission...
- Human Rights Joint Committee; Report (1 speech)
On behalf of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights, I present the committee's report entitled Human rights scrutiny report: report 5 of 2026. Report made a parliamentary paper in...
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Committees (0 speeches)
- Public Accounts and Audit Joint Committee (1 speech)
I wish to make a statement on behalf of the Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit concerning the draft budget estimates for the Australian National Audit Office and the Parliamentary...
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Budget (0 speeches)
- Documents (1 speech)
For the information of honourable members, I present the following documents in connection with the budget of 2026-27: Budget strategy and outlook—Budget paper No. 1—2026-27. Budget...
- Bills (0 speeches)
