House debates
Wednesday, 5 December 2018
- International Volunteer Day (1 speech)
Today is International Volunteer Day, and on every International Volunteer Day across the Bendigo electorate we like to acknowledge some of the superstars in our community. To begin with, though,... - Dividend Imputation (5 speeches)
I would like to draw the House's attention to the issue of Labor's proposed retirement tax, which would enable them to steal— - National Disability Insurance Scheme (1 speech)
I want to speak about the NDIS, which is something that is very close to my heart. On this side, we remain proud of the NDIS and we're determined to make it a success. A future Labor government... - Mackellar Electorate: Monika's Doggie Rescue (1 speech)
Monika's Doggie Rescue is Australia's largest no-kill charity. Since opening its doors in 2001, Doggie Rescue has saved the lives of over 12,000 dogs. Monika's Doggie Rescue is in Ingleside, a... - Canberra Electorate (1 speech)
This is my final 90-second statement for 2018. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped me serve and advocate for the Canberra community over the course of the year. On... - Berowra Electorate: Beecroft Rugby Club (1 speech)
Beecroft Rugby Club is an excellent sporting club in my electorate, with its headquarters in Headen Park, Thornleigh. The BRC is this year celebrating its 20th anniversary. The club was formed in... - Oxley Electorate: Mount Ommaney Small Business Awards (1 speech)
Recently, I had the pleasure of attending the Mount Ommaney Small Business Awards, hosted by hardworking local state MP Ms Jessica Pugh, alongside the Queensland Minister for Employment and Small... - Groom Electorate: Telecommunications (1 speech)
I'm very pleased to acknowledge the official activation of the new mobile phone tower just off the Goombungee Meringandan Road north-west of Toowoomba. This was a priority location under the... - Petition: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (1 speech)
I rise today in parliament to formally table a petition signed by close to 1,400 people around Australia who are living with myalgic encephalomyelitis, sometimes known as chronic fatigue... - People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (2 speeches)
I'm not usually one to ham it up, but the cat has been let out of the bag. We have reports of an organised campaign to change the way Australians speak by removing meat related metaphors. A... - Member for Fadden (3 speeches)
Fair suck of the sauce bottle! Have I not heard it all! That was an amazing contribution from the member for Tangney. I want to start by responding to some of the ill-informed remarks that were... - Economy (6 speeches)
With the national accounts released again today, we see the Australian economy is rock-solid and growing. But we have to remember, of course, that the strong economy we have is not the endgame by... - United Voice (1 speech)
I had the great privilege recently of welcoming a team of United Voice members to our nation's parliament. I thank Kylie Grey, Trevor Rogers, Darcy Castrignano, Sajita Sitaula Aryal, Gamal... - Fisher Electorate: Sunshine Coast Casino (1 speech)
If ever there were any doubt, this week we have finally demonstrated once and for all that the Sunshine Coast community utterly rejects Mayor Jamieson's desire to see a casino built in our... - Energy (1 speech)
Monty Python is not meant to be an idiot's guide to government, but that's what we have opposite. I'm a fan of Life of Brian, as you might expect, but art is coming dangerously close to imitating... - Flynn Electorate: Bushfires (1 speech)
In the last week, many fires have been burning across the electorate of Flynn. I'm happy to announce that the fires have been extinguished thanks to rain overnight—up to 40 mil in most... - Tasmania: Energy (1 speech)
This government claims its policy—and might I say lack of—is driving down power prices. I'm not sure what planet it's on, because power prices in Tasmania are going up and up under a... - Queensland: Bushfires (1 speech)
The bushfires in Queensland are a timely reminder to stay vigilant as summer begins. I want to give a shout-out to the hundreds of firefighting volunteers from South Australia who joined efforts... - Morrison Government (1 speech)
Every year on Thanksgiving, the US President gathers in the rose garden with his advisers, family and members of the US press gallery for the annual turkey pardon. It's a great ceremony. The... - Energy (2 speeches)
In recent weeks we have heard a lot about the big stick, and I note the contribution and the attempt at Monty Python humour earlier. What we do need to talk about will be the application of this...
