House debates
Wednesday, 19 August 2026
- Closing the Gap (1 speech)
Every year this parliament marks Closing the Gap with solemn language about partnership, healing and progress. But, every year, the data tells a different story. The Productivity Commission's... - Raksha Bandhan, Avian Influenza (1 speech)
I had the pleasure of attending the Raksha Bandhan Festival hosted by HOTA Forum, the Hindu Organisations, Temples and Associations Forum, last weekend. Raksha Bandhan is an important celebration... - Aged Care (1 speech)
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of welcoming the shadow minister for health and aged care, Senator Ruston, to my electorate of Cowper. My electorate is consistently ranked amongst the... - Men's Health (1 speech)
Earlier this month, I brought together local organisations and community representatives in Launceston for a healthy men's community conversation. We were joined by the Assistant Minister for... - Health Care (1 speech)
Yesterday would have been my father's 80th birthday, and we are almost a year exactly since he passed. I haven't spoken of his passing in this place before. I don't intend to too much tonight,... - Defibrillators, Operation Formal Wear, Bean Electorate: Acknowledgements, Gambling Bills (1 speech)
Firstly, well said, member for Groom. What a great tribute to both your father and the people who gave him great care. I was fortunate enough recently to catch up with Val Dempsey, Senior...
