Speeches in parliament



 I move: That the following matter be referred to the Environment and Communications References Committee for inquiry and report by 12 August 2026: The… Read More »Reference to Environment and Communications References Committee (Inquiry into Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

 I present the report of the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Reference Committee on the National Volunteer Incentive Scheme, together with accompanying documents. I… Read More »Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee report

I want to start by saying I really regret the contribution made by Senator Dolega and the offensive imputations that were made in relation to… Read More »Labor wants you to be ashamed of our Australian flag 🇦🇺

 I’m very pleased to present the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee’s report Issues relating to advocacy services for veterans accessing compensation and… Read More »Our veterans deserve respect and proper support

 This morning I was very pleased to hold a briefing in Parliament House with Sall Grover entitled ‘Protecting women’s rights; no laughing matter’. As… Read More »It is time Labor protected the safety and rights of women, Senators’ statements

 This year, 18 September was a shocking day for this country. A number of people died. There are still conflicting reports about whether three… Read More »Telecommunications Legislation Amendment (Triple Zero Custodian and Emergency Calling Powers) Bill 2025, second reading