Senate debates
Thursday, 5 March 2026
- Economy (14 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Treasurer, Senator Gallagher. Minister, the Treasurer said in February, and I'm quoting directly: … the pressure on the economy, the upward... - Middle East (8 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator Wong. It's clear the conflict in the Middle East is not likely to end quickly. Iran continues to attack countries in the region, and... - Visa Refusal or Cancellation (8 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Minster for Home Affairs, Senator Watt. Recent reports tell of a Lebanese man who was convicted of inappropriately touching a 15-year-old girl in... - Defence (17 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Prime Minister, Minister Wong. This morning a US attack class nuclear submarine fired a torpedo and sank an Iranian frigate in international waters... - Economy (8 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Finance, Senator Gallagher. The Albanese Labor government is focused on growing the economy, repairing the budget and delivering practical support for... - Nuclear Weapons (7 speeches)
My question is for the Minister representing the Minister for Defence, Minister Wong. As part of AUKUS arrangements, you are planning to host US nuclear-capable, long-range supersonic B-52... - Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (23 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Treasurer, Senator Gallagher. Industry stakeholders estimate that cost blowouts linked to the CFMEU conduct on construction sites can be as much as... - Fuel Security (26 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Prime Minister, Senator Wong. Minister, as the conflict involving Iran drives oil prices higher amid an effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz,... - Health Care (13 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Health and Ageing, Senator McAllister. Yesterday, I tabled a petition signed by more than 27,000 people calling on the government to... - Apprenticeships (28 speeches)
My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Skills and Training, Senator Watt. When the Albanese government took office, Australia was facing the worst skills shortage in more...