Speeches in parliament

Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (13:32): As someone who worked for the ABC as a journalist and presenter for nine years, I’m a great supporter of our national… Read More »2 minute statements, Australians deserve the highest standards from our ABC, 22 November 2021

Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (10:48): [by video link] Australia is an open nation. We are a welcoming people, and we stand towards the world with open… Read More »Second reading speech, Migration Amendment (Strengthening the Character Test) Bill 2019, 20 October 2021

Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (13:55): [by video link] As part of the Raise Our Voice campaign, I have the great honour of reading two speeches prepared… Read More »Senator’s statement, Youth Voice in Parliament Week, 18 October 2021

Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (13:54): [by video link] I rise to raise serious concerns about the Victorian Government’s decision to prohibit Victorians from returning home under… Read More »Senator’s statement, Let Victorians come home, 2 September 2021

[by video link] It is my pleasure to rise and speak on this MPI which, regrettably, reflects the Labor Party’s determination to focus on petty… Read More »Matter of public importance, Labor must support the COVID-19 National Plan, 24 August 2021

Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (13:40):  [by video link] I rise to join with so many Australians to express my deep distress and heartbreak over the situation… Read More »Senator’s statement, Australian support for Afghanistan, 23 August 2021

Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (13:40):  I rise to speak about serious concerns regarding the lack of regulatory oversight at the half Chinese owned Port of Newcastle.… Read More »Senator’s statement, Backing our coal exporters at Port of Newcastle, 11 August 2021

 COVID-19: State and Territory Border Closures Senator HENDERSON (Victoria) (19:35): [by video link] This evening I raise the case of my constituents Mary-Anne and… Read More »Adjournment debate, Bring Talia home, 11 August 2021