House debates
Monday, 23 March 2026
- Iran (1 speech)
Like in so many places all around the world, Iranian Australians wake up every morning desperately checking to see what's happened overnight in the war in Iran, desperately hoping for... - Richards, Reverend Adam David (1 speech)
It was recently my honour to attend the induction of Reverend Adam Richards as the rector of the Liverpool South Anglican Church. The occasion of Adam's induction was a joyous and happy occasion... - Queensland: Agricultural Shows (1 speech)
Agricultural shows have been part of Queensland's story since 1822. Nearly two centuries on, that tradition is still alive, with around 128 shows held across the state each year. These shows... - Tuberculosis (1 speech)
Tomorrow is World Tuberculosis Day. For many Australians, TB can feel like a disease from another time. Consumption was in some ways seen as a romantic disease in the 18th and 19th centuries. It... - Fuel Security, Infrastructure (1 speech)
The people of the central west are being treated like second-class citizens, and we've had enough. Our region is in an unprecedented state of economic siege caused by a double failure of... - Moreton Electorate (1 speech)
What is the size of 16 Suncorp stadiums? The answer is the Acacia Ridge TAFE. It's the largest trade training facility in the Southern Hemisphere, both in footprint and in student numbers. It has... - Maugean Skate (1 speech)
It's one year this week since the federal government rushed through changes to the EPBC Act to exempt the salmon industry in Macquarie Harbour from oversight and, in doing so, knowingly hastened... - Forgotten Australians (1 speech)
I want to reflect on a visit I recently made to Open Place in Richmond, where I met with Forgotten Australians and listened to their experiences. Forgotten Australians are people who, as... - Cost of Living (1 speech)
Australians don't need spin. We need honesty. And right now the reality is the economy is weak. Fuel supplies aren't guaranteed, and Australian families are hurting. Households are being squeezed... - Northern Territory: Construction Industry (1 speech)
I want to recognise our construction industry in the Northern Territory, particularly those in my electorate of Solomon, in Darwin and Palmerston. I attended the Master Builders NT Members... - Fuel Security (1 speech)
Fuel security is national security, and this government is gaslighting Australians. Last sitting, it was: 'There is no problem. There is no issue.' This sitting, it's: 'The Australian people are... - Prostate Cancer (1 speech)
Recently, a Tangney constituent told me about his battle with prostate cancer. He broke down in tears and shared his struggles. His diagnosis has greatly affected his mental health. He is not the... - Economy (1 speech)
Fuel and fertiliser supply disruptions are now being felt across Australia. While national fuel stocks remain stable for the moment, price shocks and supply risks are escalating, particularly in... - De La Hunty, Mr Bob, OAM (1 speech)
I rise today to recognise Bob De La Hunty, who is President, Chief Pilot and a Life Member of the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society, which is known as HARS. It's located at Shellharbour... - National Disability Insurance Scheme (1 speech)
In 2024, the government passed legislation promising to get the NDIS back on track, but what was sold as a crackdown on fraud has instead clamped down heavily on participants. Clients, advocates... - Hotel Etico (1 speech)
Last Saturday, Hotel Etico CEO and co-founder Andrea Comastri finished a 400-kilometre, 13-day run right here at Parliament House. I was among those who waved Andrea off from Mount Victoria on... - Groom Electorate: Community Events (1 speech)
It's show season on the Darling Downs. Last weekend, I went to the Oakey Show. I want to thank Judy Byers and all her team for the great show they put on. There is nothing bigger at the Oakey... - Aged Care (1 speech)
The RSL care home is a war veterans' home located in the quiet, leafy eastern suburb of Myrtle Bank in my electorate of Sturt. It was officially opened on 24 March 1917, following 18 months of... - Economy (1 speech)
Today I rise to tell this House of the importance of where our economy is at. Our economy is weak, fuel supplies aren't guaranteed, and Australians are hurting. A story that, regrettably,... - Tasmania: Roads (1 speech)
Through the Australian government's $150 million Remote Roads Upgrade Pilot Program, the Albanese Labor government is backing projects that strengthen our regional communities. As part of this... - Child Care (1 speech)
It is apparent to anyone living and working in the communities across the Parkes electorate that there is a dire lack of access to child care. In fact, the region is often described as a... - Energy (1 speech)
People in my electorate of Banks remain concerned by the cost of living, and understandably so, but, last week, households in my electorate got some very good news. The Australian Energy... - Hinkler Electorate: Community Events (1 speech)
On International Women's Day, I had the great pleasure of sponsoring and attending the Zonta Club of Bundaberg's brunch. The Young Women in Leadership Award finalists featured a group of five... - Bullwinkel Electorate: Community Groups (1 speech)
In a world that often feels fast paced and unpredictable, many in our community in Bullwinkel are feeling the ripple effects of global uncertainty, whether it's the rising cost of fuel or the... - Health Care (1 speech)
Today I'm taking the opportunity to celebrate a huge win for the Nambucca Valley. As of last week, the long-awaited CT scanner is finally operational at Macksville District Hospital. This... - Hoare, Mr Barry, Ireland, Mr Robert (1 speech)
I'd like to pay tribute to two steadfast members of our Labor family, Robert 'Bob' Ireland and Barry Hoare, whose lives were defined by service to our movement, to education and to their... - 2025 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards (1 speech)
The Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards were hosted the other night, and it was a great evening. These were some of the category winners. Excellence in Hospitality, Food, Beverage and Dining... - Blair Electorate: Community Events (1 speech)
It's been a huge week in my electorate of Blair, with a number of exciting announcements. First up, last Tuesday I announced that a new 24-unit social housing project is under construction in... - Gambling Advertising (2 speeches)
Tomorrow marks 1,000 days since Peta Murphy, the former member for Dunkley, introduced the You win some, you lose more report into the parliament and reported that to an empty room. No action on...
