Senate debates

Wednesday, 28 October 2009

  • (1 speech)
    Order! There being no further consideration of government documents, I propose the question: That the Senate do now adjourn.
  • Geraldton Community Cabinet (1 speech)
    I rise this evening to thank the community of Geraldton and the surrounding region for their support for the recent community cabinet held on 1 October. This was the third community cabinet held...
  • Tree of Knowledge (6 speeches)
    We have just heard the previous speaker waxing lyrical with regard to community cabinets. The truth of those community cabinets is that they are absolutely controlled to the hilt by the prime...
  • Veterans Affairs: Pensions (1 speech)
    In the adjournment debate tonight I wish to address a matter of substance, a matter I have raised on previous occasions—namely, the defence widows pension. It is also known, incorrectly...
  • Poverty (1 speech)
    A few weeks ago I met with six very inspirational young adults from South Australia as part of the Micah Challenge. As many of my peers will agree, there is something incredibly inspirational...