House debates
Monday, 28 February 2011
- Wright Electorate: Queensland Floods (1 speech)
I rise to inform Australians and this nation of the situation that is unfolding in my seat of Wright and, in particular, in the area of the Lockyer Valley. As people start to rebuild and try to... - Fowler Electorate: Kilmore, Ms Leanne (1 speech)
I recently met a rather fascinating and inspirational woman in my electorate, Ms Leanne Kilmore. Ms Kilmore told me an incredible story of her challenge through the very tough experience of being... - Wannon Electorate: Building the Education Revolution Program (4 speeches)
I rise today to talk on an issue which appeared on page 3 of the Herald Sun today regarding the Waubra Primary School. Sadly, after a year the students at this school are still operating out of... - McEwen Electorate: Tibetan Community; Rotary Club of Kinglake Ranges (1 speech)
I look forward to a Labor member opening those schools that the member for Wannon obviously does not want. Over the weekend I joined many locals and religious leaders at the Peaceful Land of Joy... - Forde Electorate: Art (1 speech)
The electorate of Forde is privileged to be home to some of Logan City’s finest artwork and I was honoured to attend the unveiling of its newest sculpture in the suburb of Mount Warren... - Adelaide Electorate: General Practice (1 speech)
I rise today to update the House on progress that has been made towards delivering on our election commitment for a $15 million GP superclinic for the community that I am lucky enough to... - National School Chaplaincy Program (1 speech)
In 2007 the Howard government introduced a new, school based program called the National School Chaplaincy Program. This program provides up to $60,000 over three years to each school to enable... - Climate Change (1 speech)
I rise to talk about climate change and the need to act now. We are past making excuses. It is past the time for saying that these things are too difficult. Saying no to action on climate change... - Carbon Pricing (1 speech)
It seems to be my lot in life to tend to follow the member for Dobell with my speeches in this place, but it is quite appropriate. The member for Dobell typifies the absolute fantasy and fallacy... - Blair Electorate: St Mary’s College (2 speeches)
On Friday, 4 February 2011, I had the pleasure of attending the opening mass and induction of leaders of St Mary’s College at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Ipswich in my electorate of...
