Senate debates

Monday, 23 November 2009

  • (1 speech)
    Order! It being 9.50 pm, I propose the question: That the Senate do now adjourn.
  • Professor Jim Hagan (1 speech)
    Tonight I rise to note the passing of a truly significant figure in academia, in the study and teaching of the history of Australia, in the Labor Party and in the union movement. I wish to note...
  • Darling Downs: Coalmining (1 speech)
    I rise tonight to speak about an area in the Darling Downs called Felton. The Darling Downs is one of the jewels in the crown of Australia. Its famous fertile black soil and reliable climate have...
  • Scouts Australia (1 speech)
    I would like to take some time tonight to discuss modern day scouting. After events revealed last week, parents will want to be assured that Scouts Australia have appropriate protocols to ensure...