House debates

Thursday, 17 June 2010

  • (1 speech)
    Order! It being 4.30 pm, I propose the question: That the House do now adjourn.
  • Day for Daniel; HMAS Tobruk (1 speech)
    On 29 October, Day for Daniel 2010 is being held. That has been organised by the Daniel Morcombe Foundation, which was established by Bruce and Denise Morcombe to commemorate the disappearance of...
  • Building the Education Revolution Program (1 speech)
    I would like to start off by talking about this government’s commitment to Australian schools and in particular our commitment to the education of our children. It should be no surprise to...
  • McPherson Electorate: Senior Citizens (1 speech)
    Today I would like to place on record my congratulations to four of my constituents who have reached some very special milestones. Mrs Eileen Caton celebrated her 100th birthday in April. Mrs Ivy...
  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (1 speech)
    Next week, American entertainer and comedian Jerry Lewis will be in the parliament in his capacity as international patron for the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of Australia. I am very grateful...
  • Murray-Darling Basin (1 speech)
    I rise again in this place to talk about the crisis in the Murray-Darling Basin and the catastrophic conditions faced by the communities in and around the Lower Lakes in my electorate and that of...
  • Lowe Electorate: Livvi’s Place (2 speeches)
    This afternoon, I provide an update on the great success of a project I brought to the attention of this House late last year. I am referring to Australia’s first all abilities playground,...