Milton Dick
Oxley · SPK · Australia
“The period from when the 44th Parliament was prorogued on 9 May 2016 to the commencement of the 45th Parliament on 30 August 2016 is not included in the response period. The period from when the 45th Parliament was prorogued on 11 April 2019 to the commencement of the 46th Parliament on 2 July 2019 is not included in the response period.”
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“However, the current intent of this schedule is to provide an update to the House solely on the status of government responses to committee reports containing recommendations to government.”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are students from Barker College who are visiting as part of a work experience trip, as guests of the member for Berowra.”
“For the information of honourable members, I present a schedule of the status of government responses to committee reports as of 30 June 2026. The schedule will be incorporated in Hansard .”
“In the case of joint committees, the date shown is the date of first presentation to either the House or the Senate or to the President or Speaker (if presented earlier out of session). Reports published when the House (or Houses) are not sitting are tabled at a later date.”
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“Before I call the member for Cunningham, I am pleased to advise that in the gallery, as guests of the member for Corangamite, are year 11 students from Christian College. I give a very warm welcome to the students to question time. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“In accordance with standing order 133, I shall now proceed to put the question on the amendment moved by the member for Kooyong to the amendment moved by the member for Curtin to the amendment moved by the member for Fowler to the amendment to the motion moved for the second reading of the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026 moved by the member for Lindsay, on which a division was called for and deferred in accordance with the standing order. No further debate is allowed. The question before the House is that the amendment moved by the honourable member for Kooyong be agreed to.”
“I've received a letter from the honourable member for Page proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The impact of the Government's rushed and damaging tax changes on small businesses, farmers, and all Australians who save, invest, and take risks. I call upon those honourable members who approve of the proposed discussion to rise in their places. More than the number of members required by the standing orders having risen in their places—”
“(): I present the Auditor-General's performance audit report No. 34 of 2025-26, entitled Cyber security r eadiness for the 2026 c ensus : Australian Bureau of Statistics. Document made a parliamentary paper.”
“Before members leave, I have a statement to make to the House. It's been brought to my attention that the member for Goldstein, after he was directed to leave the chamber for constant interjections after being warned, took to social media and has seriously reflected on the Speaker. I ask that, when the member returns to the chamber, he apologise to the chair, and I remind all members not to reflect on the chair—inside the chamber or on social media.”
“I'm pleased to advise the House that we're joined today by the school captains from Unity College in Murray Bridge, who are in the gallery as guests of the member for Barker. Welcome to question time. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are Mr Chris Quealy and Mary de Vay visiting from the Blue Mountains as guests of the member for Macquarie. Also in the Speaker's gallery today is Mrs Josephine O'Brien, who lost her husband, who is the nephew of the member for Kennedy, to leukaemia. With Josephine and her family is Rochelle Akhavan, who also lost her husband to leukaemia. They are here today in anticipation of World Blood Cancer Day tomorrow and are working to increase Australian stem cell donor registrations in support of this important cause. Welcome to question time. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“Before I call the member for Brisbane, I also note that in the gallery today we have former US ambassador and member of this place the Hon. Joe Hockey, accompanied by Mick Mulvaney, the former ambassador and former US congressman. Welcome to question time.”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that Mr Stefan Lofven, former prime minister of Sweden, is with us today, accompanied by Giacomo Filibeck. There's also Dr Glynn Greensmith, a senior lecturer in journalism at Curtin University, as a guest of the member for Fremantle. Also present in the gallery today is a Maronite youth delegation, as guests of the members for Parramatta and Mitchell and the Leader of the House, accompanied by Bishop Tarabay. Welcome to question time. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“Sitting on the floor of the parliament today is Uncle John Prince Siddon, a Walmajarri artist living and working in Fitzroy Crossing, a remote Kimberley town east of Broome, Western Australia. As part of National Reconciliation Week, Australian Parliament House will be illuminated with Uncle John's work Numbat N ight from 6 pm tomorrow. Welcome, Uncle John. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I understand that it is the wish of the House to debate this order of the day concurrently with Appropriation Bill (No. 6) 2025-2026. There being no objection, the chair will allow that course to be followed.”
“I have received advice from the Chief Government Whip nominating a member to be a supplementary member of the Standing Committee on Education for the purpose of the committee's inquiry into the factors driving educational attainment.”
“I present the Auditor-General's reports No. 32 of 2025-26 Administration of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 by Selected Entities and No.33 Defence ' s Collins Class Submarines Life of Type Extension — Planning and Implementation . Documents made parliamentary papers.”
“I am pleased to welcome to the House as guests of the member for Monash a delegation from Fallen Diggers, a not-for-profit organisation dedicating their time to finding the remains of missing Australians who served in World War I and World War II as part of our military personnel and affording them honourable burials. Welcome to question time. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Mayo proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The need for the Government to urgently resolve regional inequity and address poorer outcomes for Australians living in the regions. I call upon those honourable members who approve of the proposed discussion to rise in their places. More than the number of members required by the standing orders having risen in their places—”
“I present the Auditor-General's performance audit report No. 31 of 2025-26, entitled Effectiveness of the Commonwealth Home Support Program: Department of Health, Disability and Ageing . Document was made a parliamentary paper.”
“Before members leave the House, I want to give a short reminder about arrangements for this evening with respect to the Leader of the Opposition's budget reply speech. As I outlined on Tuesday, the usual courtesies apply to the Leader of the Opposition's speech as they did to the Treasurer's. As I also noted, if I'm required to make use of standing order 94(a), the member will be advised by written note. Finally, I ask all members to ensure that their guests comply with the standards of behaviour applying to the galleries. I remind members that they are responsible for their invited guests. I thank the House.”
“The question is that the motion moved by the Prime Minister be agreed to. As a mark of respect, I ask all present to signify their approval by rising in their places. Question agreed to, honourable members standing in their places.”
“In accordance with standing order 133, I shall now proceed to put the question on the amendment of the motion moved for the second reading of the Competition and Consumer Amendment (Unfair Trading Practices) Bill 2026, on which a division was called for and deferred in accordance with the standing order. No further debate is allowed. The question we're dealing with is whether the amendment moved by the honourable member for Page be agreed to.”
“On behalf of the Standing Committee on Appropriations and Administration, I present the committee's Report No. 35: B udget estimates 2026 - 27 . Report made a parliamentary paper in accordance with standing order 39(e).”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Goldstein proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The failure of the Government's 2026-27 Budget to deliver on its promises to Australian families, leaving them worse off through higher taxes, higher costs, and broken commitments and a budget of breaking the Australian dream. I call upon those honourable members who approve of the proposed discussion to rise in their places. More than the number of members required by the standing orders having risen in their places—”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that we've been joined in the gallery today by a large parliamentary delegation from the National Assembly of Kenya, led by the Hon. Jeremiah Omboko Milemba CBS, member of parliament and of the speaker's panel. Accompanied by the delegation is His Excellency Dr Wilson Kogo, the High Commissioner of Kenya to Australia. I see we've got a group of Melbourne University political activists joining us today—a large delegation as guests of the member for Moncrieff—and year 11 and 12 students from Catholic College Wodonga, from the electorate of Indi. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“And we've got the mayors from the Parkes electorate, including the Deputy Mayor of Parkes Shire; Councillor Darrell Tiemens, the mayor of Narrabri Shire Council; and Councillor Kathryn Rindfleish, the Mayor of Warrumbungle Shire Council, as guests of the member for Parkes. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are participants of the Disability Trust Next Step program, an initiative for young people focusing on employment pathways, skill building and workplace experiences. They are guests of the member for Whitlam. I'm also pleased to advise the House that we have representatives from WattleNest, a non-profit organisation that provides support for emerging athletes and aspiring Olympians who may be experiencing financial stress and resulting mental health issues. With the group is the WattleNest founder, Rachel Condos-Fields, as well as WattleNest athlete Jess Lloyd, an Australian representative archer from the Sunny Coast chasing her Olympic dream.”
“(Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted remaining private Members' business time prior to 7.30 pm. Speech time limits Mr M Smith 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 8 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day. THE HON D. M. DICK MP Speaker of the House of Representatives 13 May 2026”
“(Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted 40 minutes. Speech time limits Mr Chaffey 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 8 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day. 8 MR M SMITH: To move: That this House: (1) commends the Government's plan to build Australia's energy sovereignty, alongside growing our fuel reserves and supporting more fuels made in Australia to stay in Australia; and (2) notes that a 20 per cent liquified natural gas exports domestic reservation scheme will: (a) put strong downward pressure on domestic gas prices; (b) shield our industry and households from global price volatility; and (c) ensure Australia's energy security by avoiding potential gas supply shortfalls.”
“7 MR CHAFFEY: To move: That this House: (1) notes that Inland Rail was conceived as a nation building freight rail project connecting Melbourne and Brisbane through regional Australia; (2) recognises that Inland Rail was designed to: (a) reduce freight transit times between Melbourne and Brisbane from around 33 hours to under 24 hours; (b) remove up to 200,000 truck movements from Australian roads annually; (c) improve national fuel security by shifting freight from road to rail; (d) reduce freight costs for Australian producers and consumers; and (e) support jobs, investment and economic growth across regional Australia; (3) further notes official modelling shows Inland Rail could: (a) reduce freight transport costs by approximately $213 million annually; and (b) significantly increase rail freight capacity between Melbourne and Brisbane; (4) condemns the Government for: (a) cutting and delaying Inland Rail funding; (b) abandoning the original vision of a completed Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail corridor; and (c) failing regional communities, freight operators, farmers and exporters who were promised a completed national freight corridor; and (5) calls on the Government to: (a) commit to completing the full Inland Rail corridor connecting Melbourne to Brisbane; (b) restore certainty around project delivery and funding; and (c) recognise Inland Rail as a critical national productivity, fuel security and regional development project.”
“(Notice given 26 March 2026.) Time allotted 40 minutes. Speech time limits Ms K Cook 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 8 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“Speech time limits All Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 9 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day. Notices — continued 6 MS K COOK: To move: That this House: (1) notes that during Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month we raise awareness, support victim survivors and promote zero tolerance for violence in our country; (2) commends the Government's National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children 2022-32; (3) recognises the Government's record investment to end violence against women and children and work undertaken under the First Action Plan 2023-2027; and (4) supports the Government as it develops the second action plan towards its goal to end violence against women and children in Australia in one generation.”
“(Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted remaining private Members' business time prior to 1.30 pm. Speech time limits Mr Chester 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 4 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day. Items for Federation Chamber (4.45 pm to 7.30 pm) PRIVATE MEMBERS' BUSINESS Orders of the day BROKEN PROMISES: Resumption of debate on the motion of Mr Caldwell—That this House: (1) notes the Government has repeatedly broken promises to Australians on cost of living, energy prices, and housing affordability, leaving families worse off financially; and (2) calls on the Government to take responsibility for its broken promises and deliver living standards and ease pressure on Australian households. Time allotted 45 minutes.”
“5 MR CHESTER: To move: That this House: (1) acknowledges that the: (a) Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has reported that: (i) common or European carp (Cyprinus carpio) is an invasive freshwater species that has been established across Australia's inland waters for several decades; (ii) their large mouths and feeding style contribute to their environmental damage; (iii) carp populations can also increase quickly with their numbers fluctuating in response to changing breeding conditions associated with seasonal rainfall; (iv) in some river systems, carp can make up as much as 90 per cent of total biomass, outcompeting native fish; (v) their high abundance increases water turbidity, damages aquatic plants, and degrades freshwater ecosystems; and (vi) carp are now in every state and territory in Australia except the Northern Territory; (b) National Carp Control Plan report suggests the carp herpes virus could reduce Australian carp populations by up to 60 per cent; and (c) Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation has found the carp herpes virus is effective in killing carp and does not transfer to native species; (2) notes that: (a) the Victorian Fisheries Authority is advocating strongly for the release of the carp herpes virus at trial sites to help reduce the damage caused by this invasive fish; (b) the Opposition has written to the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry to offer bipartisan support for the Government to set clear timelines for the release of the virus; and (c) a meeting of key stakeholders in Nagambie, on 30 April 2026, unanimously supported the release of the virus as part of a coordinated plan to control carp numbers and formed the Murray-Darling Carp Action Alliance to unite efforts, resources, and advocacy against the invasive species; and (3) urges the Government to work in partnership with the Opposition, key stakeholder groups and local communities to design and implement the release of the carp herpes virus by 2028 at the latest.”
“Speech time limits Ms Clutterham 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 8 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“4 MS CLUTTERHAM: To move: That this House: (1) acknowledges the significance of the recent signing of the Australia-European Union Security and Defence Partnership; (2) notes that this broad ranging partnership reflects the: (a) meaningful cooperation between Australia and the European Union across the defence and space industries; (b) collaborative motivation to build capacity to manage and resilience to meet complex security threats in the Indo-Pacific and European regions; and (c) joint determination to combat online radicalisation and terrorism financing; and (3) affirms the Government's commitment to continue to provide new international opportunities for Australian businesses at the cutting edge of defence technology and innovation, in parallel with a Future Made in Australia. (Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted 40 minutes.”
“(Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted 25 minutes. Speech time limits Mr Rebello 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 5 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“3 MR REBELLO: To move: That this House: (1) notes the Government's decision to cut the private health insurance rebate for Australians over 65, which will significantly increase health costs for older Australians during a cost of living crisis; (2) recognises analysis showing couples over 65 with gold cover could face an additional $1,614 in costs from April 2027, representing a record increase in private health insurance costs; (3) condemns the Government for targeting older Australians and pensioners on fixed incomes, forcing many to either pay substantially more or abandon their private health cover altogether; (4) expresses concern that this policy will place even greater pressure on already stretched public hospitals, leading to longer elective surgery waitlists, increased ambulance ramping and worse patient outcomes; and (5) calls on the Government to immediately reverse these rebate cuts, release the modelling underpinning the decision, and protect older Australians from further cost of living pressures and declining access to healthcare.”
“Speech time limits Ms J Ryan 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 8 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“2 MS J RYAN: To move: That this House: (1) acknowledges the opening of an additional 11 endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics across Australia, with all 33 clinics now open, supporting women and girls; and (2) notes these clinics: (a) are delivering a key part of the Government's landmark Women's Health Package, which is investing almost $800 million to deliver improved health care and access for women and girls; (b) provide expert, multidisciplinary care for women and girls living with endometriosis and pelvic pain as well as perimenopause and menopause care; and (c) have already provided care for over 10,000 Australian women and girls, with more than 28,000 services to those with endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain conditions. (Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted 40 minutes.”
“(Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted 25 minutes. Speech time limits Ms Watson-Brown 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 5 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“Items for Federation Chamber (11 am to 1.30 pm) PRIVATE MEMBERS' BUSINESS Notices 1 MS WATSON-BROWN: To move: That this House: (1) notes that: (a) despite the overwhelming support of the Australian people for gas corporations to pay their fair share for our resources, the Government has instead listened to the gas lobby and refused to implement a 25 per cent tax on gas exports; (b) despite the overwhelming support of the Australian people for a ban on gambling advertising, the Government has instead listened to the gambling lobby and refused to implement a full ban; and (c) prior to the 2025 federal election, the major parties received millions in donations from fossil fuel corporations and the gambling industry; and (2) calls on the Government to: (a) implement a minimum 25 per cent tax on gas exports; (b) implement a total ban on gambling advertising; and (c) commit to addressing corporate control over our political system.”
“Speech time limits Mr Georganas 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 8 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“6 MR GEORGANAS: To move: That this House notes that: (1) the Government is delivering a further $2 billion of investment in infrastructure to enable new housing, and that this brings the Government's total investments in housing-enabling infrastructure to $6.3 billion; (2) this total investment is more than 50 times what the Opposition invested in housing-enabling infrastructure after over almost a decade in office; (3) this new funding lifts the Government's housing investment to $47 billion; and (4) the Government is delivering 55,000 social and affordable homes, nearly 150 times what the Opposition built during their time in Government. (Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted remaining private Members' business time prior to 12 noon.”
“(Notice given 12 May 2026.) Time allotted 30 minutes. Speech time limits Mr Caldwell 5 minutes Other Members 5 minutes [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 6 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue at a later hour.”
“Debate must be adjourned pursuant to standing order 142. 4 MR WILKIE: To present a Bill for an Act relating to the human rights and freedoms of all Australians and all people in Australia, and for related purposes. ( Human Rights Bill 2026 ) (Notice given 12 May 2026.) Presenter may speak to the second reading for a period not exceeding 10 minutes pursuant to standing order 41. Debate must be adjourned pursuant to standing order 142. 5 MR CALDWELL: To move: That this House: (1) notes the Government has repeatedly broken promises to Australians on cost of living, energy prices, and housing affordability, leaving families worse off financially; and (2) calls on the Government to take responsibility for its broken promises and deliver living standards and ease pressure on Australian households.”
“Debate must be adjourned pursuant to standing order 142. 2 MS PENFOLD: To present a Bill for an Act to establish a commission of inquiry into the behaviour, practices and performance of the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder, and for related purposes. ( Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder Commission of Inquiry Bill 2026 ) (Notice given 30 March 2026.) Presenter may speak to the second reading for a period not exceeding 10 minutes pursuant to standing order 41. Debate must be adjourned pursuant to standing order 142. 3 MS PENFOLD: To present a Bill for an Act to amend the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 , and for related purposes. ( Sex Discrimination Amendment (Sex-based Rights) Bill 2026 ) (Notice given 31 March 2026.) Presenter may speak to the second reading for a period not exceeding 10 minutes pursuant to standing order 41.”
“The Committee deliberated on items of committee and delegation business that had been notified, private Members' business items listed on the Notice Paper and notices lodged on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, and determined the order of precedence and times on Monday, 25 May 2026, as follows: Items for House of Representatives Chamber (10.10 am to 12 noon) PRIVATE MEMBERS' BUSINESS Notices 1 DR HAINES: To present a Bill for an Act to amend the Telecommunications Act 1997 and the Telecommunications (Consumer Protection and Service Standards) Act 1999 , and for related purposes. ( Telecommunications Legislation Amendment (Strengthening Communications in Natural Disasters) Bill 2026 ) (Notice given 10 March 2026.) Presenter may speak to the second reading for a period not exceeding 10 minutes pursuant to standing order 41.”
“I present report No. 10 of the Selection Committee, relating to the consideration of committee and delegation business and private members' business on Monday 25 May 2026. The report will be printed in the Hansard for today, and the committee's determinations will appear on tomorrow's Notice Paper . Copies of the report have been placed on the table. The report read as follows— Report relating to the consideration of committee and delegation business and of private Members' business 1. The Committee met in private session on Tuesday, 12 May 2026. 2.”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Riverina proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The Government's broken promises and failure to deliver for regional Australia. I call upon those honourable members who approve of the proposed discussion to rise in their places. More than the number of members required by the standing orders having risen in their places—”
“I trust there will be cooperation from members and their invited guests in the galleries, for whom they are responsible. Finally, for the information of members, the speech clock will be on but, as the Leader of the House has indicated, it is only a guide. There is no time limit for the Treasurer or the Leader of the Opposition for this debate. I thank the House.”
“Before members leave the House, I have a statement to make about proceedings for the budget and budget reply. I just ask all members to note the usual arrangements in place for the budget week and, importantly, the courtesies that will apply to the Treasurer's budget speech this evening and equally to the Leader of the Opposition's speech in reply on Thursday evening. The Treasurer and the Leader of the Opposition are entitled to speak without interruption. In accordance with precedent, should I determine that a member be required to leave the House under standing order 94(a), the member will be advised by written note and shall leave immediately. I ask all members to ensure that their guests arrive in the galleries in good time to undertake the secondary security clearance and to be seated by 7.10 pm.”
“Out of respect for the manager, I'm happy to investigate that matter for him, and I shall report back to him. People are entitled to ask me questions. If it's a technical question, I'm always happy to hear it.”