Senate debates

Monday, 21 June 2010

  • (1 speech)
    Order! It being 9.50 pm, I propose the question: That the Senate do now adjourn.
  • World War II: Papua New Guinea Campaign (1 speech)
    I begin by acknowledging today’s tragedy in Afghanistan where three Australian defence personnel have died and a further seven have been wounded. I offer my sympathy to their families and...
  • Hospitals (1 speech)
    I rise this evening to speak about the latest crisis that has hit health and this government, and it was very much reflected in an article in today’s Australian by Adam Cresswell, its...
  • Paid Parental Leave (1 speech)
    I rise tonight to touch on what was a historic week in public policy. As an advocate for paid parental leave I have spoken a number of times in the Senate, at rallies and at public consultations...
  • Prime Minister: Statements Relating to the Senate (1 speech)
    In my speech in the adjournment debate this evening I wish to raise the issue of the role of the Senate and the recent derogatory comments of the Prime Minister in which he attempted to direct...