Jacqui Lambie (Tasmania, Jacqui Lambie Network) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I move:

(1) That the following matter be referred to the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee for inquiry and report by 28 November 2025: The formation of a National Volunteer Incentive Scheme (Climate Army) to respond to the immediate aftermath of natural disasters in Australia, with particular reference to:

(a) establishing targeted initiatives to encourage young people to participate in the National Volunteer Incentive Scheme (Climate Army);

(b) exploring strategies to enhance volunteer engagement, including systems to recognise and compensate volunteers to promote satisfaction and positive culture;

(c) integrating volunteer opportunities within educational institutions to increase student participation in volunteer organisations;

(d) creating a nationally recognised qualification scheme that provides tangible benefits to volunteers and formally acknowledges their skills and contributions across sectors;

(e) investigating whether there are appropriate laws and safeguards to protect the health and safety of volunteers;

(f) the structure and governance of the National Volunteer Incentive Scheme (Climate Army);

(g) comparison of relevant overseas models and best practices; and

(h) any other related matters.

(2) That the committee have the power to consider and use the records of the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee appointed in the previous parliament.

Question agreed to.