House debates

Wednesday, 22 October 2008

  • (1 speech)
    Order! It being 7.30 pm, I propose the question: That the House do now adjourn.
  • Minister for Defence (1 speech)
    Australia’s finest are somewhat concerned by statements and actions, or should I say a lack of action, by the Minister for Defence, Joel Fitzgibbon, since he was sworn in last year. First...
  • National Ride to Work Day (1 speech)
    Children often know better than adults, and they know one thing very early on in their lives—that is, riding a bike is one of the greatest things you will ever do. They absolutely love it...
  • Advertising (1 speech)
    My purpose in speaking tonight is to bring to the attention of the House inappropriate advertising in the media. On this occasion I will speak specifically on the problems of sexual advertising...
  • Carers Week (1 speech)
    I take this opportunity in parliament this evening to pay tribute to the carers in my community and across Australia and to acknowledge the enormous personal and financial sacrifices they make....
  • Higher Education; Rural and Regional Services (1 speech)
    I would like to take the opportunity this evening to highlight some of the difficulties faced by students in rural areas trying to access tertiary education. For many this means making some of...
  • Alcohol Abuse (2 speeches)
    I totally agree with the member for Grey. I commend him for his comments, and I refer him to the Hansard; I have spoken on this several times since 1998. I have had children going through exactly...