It’s my great pleasure to rise and support the motion put forward by Senator Griff. I also want to commend the very strong contribution made by Senator Sheldon. Senator Canavan mentioned and called for proper regulation of e-cigarettes, and that is exactly what this government is doing. The motion Read more…
I have to say, I am disappointed with the disallowance motion that has been brought forward by Senator Griff today, principally because Senator Griff has not explained this particular regulation in full. I want to refer senators to the fact that the proposed regulation that Senator Griff is seeking Read more…
It is my great pleasure to rise to speak on the Treasury Laws Amendment (News Media and Digital Platforms Mandatory Bargaining Code) Bill 2021. This bill brings together the results of three years of extensive public consultation by the Morrison government with stakeholders right across Australia’s vast media landscape. Read more…
On behalf of the Chair of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights, I present Human rights scrutiny report 1 of 2021, together with the minutes of proceedings of the committee and the transcript of evidence. Ordered that the report be printed. I move: That the Senate take note of Read more…
Once again it’s clear that the Greens and the Labor Party are not interested in the facts facing Australia and our planet. As we’ve just heard in the contribution from Senator Lines, who did not mention one policy measure we have in place to combat climate change, it’s clear that Read more…
It is my great pleasure to join with my good friend Senator Chandler in commending the Aged Care Amendment (Aged Care Recipient Classification) Bill 2020 to the Senate. As we’ve just heard in the fine contribution from Senator Chandler, looking after senior Australians is one of our government’s most important Read more…
It’s my great pleasure to rise and speak on the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2019. The Morrison government’s focus on keeping Australians safe is one of our most important priorities, and this bill represents further measures to keep Australians safe. The passing of this Read more…