House debates

Wednesday, 3 September 2008

  • (1 speech)
    Order! It being 7.30 pm, I propose the question: That the House do now adjourn.
  • Cowper Electorate: Hospitals (1 speech)
    Health services are of vital importance to rural communities, and these services are highly valued by those communities. During the 2007 election campaign, the Prime Minister stated ‘the...
  • Charter of Human Rights (1 speech)
    In this year’s budget, the Rudd government provided for a national consultation on the recognition and protection of human rights and responsibilities. This will fulfil Labor policy, and it...
  • Western Australian Election (3 speeches)
    It will come as no surprise to members of the House that I rise to speak tonight on the Western Australian election. Saturday-next in Western Australia the opportunity arises for the people of...
  • Deakin Electorate: Blackburn Lake Primary School (5 speeches)
    Last Friday I was very happy to host our Prime Minister, the Hon. Kevin Rudd, during a visit to one of the many state primary schools in my electorate, Blackburn Lake Primary School. Having...
  • Franchises (1 speech)
    Earlier this week I spoke to a motion in relation to the franchise industry and the seeming inability of the ACCC to deal with the large numbers of franchises that seem to be failing. Because of...
  • Moreton Electorate: Indian Community (2 speeches)
    Tonight I am pleased to update the House about the vibrant Indian community living in and around my electorate. I was honoured to join the celebrations with this community at their annual Indian...