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Wednesday, 5 November 2025 · House of Representatives

⬅️ Previous debate Intelligence and Security Joint Committee; Report
All House debates on this day
Next debate ➡️ VET Student Loans (Miscellaneous Measures) Bill 2025; Second Reading
⬅️ Previous debate Intelligence and Security Joint Committee; Report
All House debates on this day
Next debate ➡️ VET Student Loans (Miscellaneous Measures) Bill 2025; Second Reading

What are House debates?

Debates in the House of Representatives are an opportunity for members from all parties to scrutinise government legislation and raise important local, national or topical issues.

And sometimes to shout at each other.

  • VET Student Loans (Miscellaneous Measures) Bill 2025; Second Reading (1 speech)
    The VET Student Loans (Miscellaneous Measures) Bill 2025 is an uncontroversial bill. It's a bill on which I've worked closely with the minister. The minister's office has provided briefings with...
  • Veterans' Affairs Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures No. 1) Bill 2025; Second Reading (3 speeches)
    I rise on behalf of the shadow minister for veterans' affairs. He's been detained in getting to the chamber, but I'm sure he is on his way as we speak. Absolutely! I'll share with the room that...
  • Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading (4 speeches)
    I must admit it's nice that the Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2025 has returned to the House today. The manager saw the light. The member for Fisher's speech yesterday no doubt convinced...
  • Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2025; Reference to Federation Chamber (1 speech)
    I declare that the Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2025 stands referred to the Federation Chamber for further consideration.
 

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