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Thursday, 20 August 2026 · Senate

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All Senate debates on this day
Next debate ➡️ Economics References Committee; Reference

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Debates in the Senate are an opportunity for Senators from all parties to scrutinise government legislation and raise important local, national or topical issues.

And sometimes to shout at each other.

  • Economics References Committee; Reference (1 speech)
    I move: That the following matter be referred to the Economics References Committee for inquiry and report by 1 March 2027: The role of social housing in Australia, including public and community...
  • Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee; Reference (1 speech)
    At the request of Senator Antic, I move: That the following matter be referred to the Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee for inquiry and report by 30 April 2027: The prevalence...
  • Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee; Reference (2 speeches)
    I move: That the following matter be referred to the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee for inquiry and report by 15 February 2027: The operation and administration of...
 

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