House debates

Monday, 13 August 2007

  • (1 speech)
    Order! It being 9 pm, I propose the question: That the House do now adjourn.
  • Grocery Prices; Mr David Lentin (5 speeches)
    I think the member for Moreton is auditioning for the role of surprise spruiker in The Chaser.
  • Climate Change (1 speech)
    Like most members, I receive periodic correspondence on issues relating to the environment, greenhouse gases, global warming and so on. I share these concerns because, like everyone here, I am...
  • Housing Affordability (1 speech)
    A couple of months ago I undertook a sample survey in the Throsby electorate seeking responses from my constituents on the issues that were causing them financial pressure and on matters of...
  • Deakin Electorate: Law and Order (1 speech)
    The right of people to feel safe in their local community is one of the most personal freedoms we hold. We all take for granted the ability to walk the streets of our local neighbourhood and...
  • Australian Automotive Industry (1 speech)
    Following the sacking of 600 workers from the General Motors car plant in Adelaide earlier this year, I spoke in this place about the progressive collapse of the Australian motor vehicle industry...
  • Produce of Heaven Campaign (2 speeches)
    I take this opportunity this evening to acknowledge the Produce of Heaven campaign that continues in Hong Kong this week. I acknowledged the team earlier today in the 90-second statements. As...