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.”
Australian House of Representatives2 July 2026Source ↗
“Government responses received during the period are included in the schedule and the report it relates to is then removed from subsequent schedules. The timeframe for government responses to committee reports in this schedule is determined by the resolution adopted by the House on 29 September 2010.”
Australian House of Representatives2 July 2026Source ↗
“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.”
Australian House of Representatives2 July 2026Source ↗
“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.”
Australian House of Representatives2 July 2026Source ↗
“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 .”
Australian House of Representatives2 July 2026Source ↗
“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.”
Australian House of Representatives2 July 2026Source ↗
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“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Kennedy proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The urgent need for the government to immediately address the unsustainably high level of migration and its serious impact on the state of the nation, and to urgently implement a policy of 'no migration without integration'. 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—”
Australian House of Representatives10 February 2026Source ↗
“Before members leave, I'm going to address a matter before the House. I want to address the House about a matter that happened earlier in question time today. I'm deeply concerned about the exchange within the chamber early in question time today, and I've been reflecting on it during question time. There simply cannot be that sort of language that we heard and used in the House—nowhere. I ask all members to genuinely reflect on how they engage in proceedings. I want this House to ensure language is moderate and respectful at all times.”
Australian House of Representatives10 February 2026Source ↗
“I'm please to inform the House that present in the gallery today is a parliamentary delegation from the United Kingdom led by Nick Smith MP, the chair of the Administration Committee of the House of Commons. I'm also pleased to advise that present in the gallery today, there is a delegation from the Springfield chapter of Movember Australia, a community support network dedicated to supporting men's mental and physical health. Over the past 14 years, the blokes sitting in the front row of the gallery have raised over $700,000 for Movember, and the best part is they all live in the Oxley electorate. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
Australian House of Representatives10 February 2026Source ↗
“In accordance with standing order 133, I shall now proceed to put the question on the amendment moved by the honourable member for Berowra to the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025, on which a division was called for and deferred in accordance with the standing order. No further debate is allowed.”
Australian House of Representatives10 February 2026Source ↗
“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 Government's decision to punish Australian families and small business by failing to rein in reckless spending resulting in higher interest rates. 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—”
Australian House of Representatives5 February 2026Source ↗
“At the request of the Standing Committee on Appropriations and Administration, I present the committee's report No. 34 Additional e stimates 2025-26 . Report made a parliamentary paper in accordance with standing order 39(e).”
Australian House of Representatives5 February 2026Source ↗
“(): I present the Auditor-General's performance statements audit report No. 22 of 2025-26 entitled Performance statements of major Australian Government entities—Outcomes from the 2024-25 audit program : A cross entities. Document made a parliamentary paper.”
Australian House of Representatives5 February 2026Source ↗
“I appreciate, member for Wannon, that we've already had one discussion. I understand his concern. I take that on board, and I'll ensure that we deal with points of order following the rules. I just ask all members to follow the standing orders. Perhaps, if you're going to make a point of order on words in the question, state exactly what the words were in the question—that will help—rather than relying on what you think is in the question. That would assist the House in clarifying all points of order. I thank the member for Wannon for raising it in the spirit that he did.”
Australian House of Representatives5 February 2026Source ↗
“I'm pleased to inform the House today that in the Speaker's gallery is Her Excellency Ms Fiona Flood, the ambassador to Australia from Ireland. A very warm welcome to you. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
Australian House of Representatives5 February 2026Source ↗
“I have received a letter from the honourable the Leader of the Nationals proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: This Government's reckless agenda driving up the cost of living for Australian families. 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—”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“I'm pleased to advise the House that Councillor Yolanda Kanyai from the City of Palmerston, as a guest of the member for Solomon, has also joined us in the gallery today. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“I'm pleased to advise the house that present in the gallery today are Meg Brown, member for Franklin and shadow minister in the Tasmanian House of Assembly, and Councillor John Daw, a former shire president of Mundaring, as a guest of the member for Bullwinkel.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“On behalf of the delegation, I also thank our Ambassador to Switzerland and our Head of Mission, Her Excellency Ms Elizabeth Day and Mr Dylan Walsh, for providing the delegation with a snapshot of Swiss politics, business and culture. I commend the report to the House.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“We also thank His Excellency Mr Radu Gabriel Safta, the Romanian Ambassador to Australia, who accompanied the delegation. During a bilateral visit to Switzerland, the delegation met with His Excellency Mr Pierre-Andre Page, the first Vice President of the National Council of Switzerland in Bern. We discussed democracy and civil engagement to trade and investment between our two countries. The delegation also visited the transport company Carrosserie Hess, which is providing electric buses to the Brisbane Metro system in my home state of Queensland, and travelled to Fondation Opale, where delegates toured the Australian Indigenous art gallery.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“The key themes of the visit were acknowledging the significant contribution made by Romania in assisting Australians to flee Ukraine following the invasion by the Russian Federation in February 2022, their support to Ukraine and the current threat to democracy of misinformation and disinformation. The delegation was fortunate to meet with high-ranking officials including the President of Romania, the Prime Minister, the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of National Defence. We also had the privilege of meeting with presiding officers and toured the Romanian parliament. I thank Her Excellency Ms Alison Duncan, the Australian Ambassador to Romania, Bulgaria and Greece, and her team for their tireless efforts to organise what was an extensive and very successful bilateral program.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“I wish to thank those who supported our delegates at the 151st IPU Assembly, including the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Canberra; the Parliamentary Library; the International and Parliamentary Relations Office; Dr Jane Thomson of the Department of the Senate, who served as delegation secretary; and Her Excellency Ms Claire Walsh, Australian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations and the Conference on Disarmament, and her team in Geneva; From 12 to 15 October, the delegation undertook a historic bilateral visit to Romania. It's been seven years since a parliamentary delegation travelled to the country, with the last visiting in October 2018.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“The Deputy Speaker, Ms Claydon, was endorsed by the Asia-Pacific Group to serve on the IPU's Bureau of Women Parliamentarians for the next two years. I am pleased to advise the House I successfully advocated for inclusion of the Australian led Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel in the IPU's Geneva declaration of the 151st Assembly, 'Upholding humanitarian norms and supporting humanitarian action in times of crisis'. Senator O'Neill had also served as the President of the Bureau of the Standing Committee on Democracy and Human Rights, and I recognise her longstanding commitment to those issues. The delegation concluded a record 22 bilateral meetings with other parliamentary delegations, strengthening interparliamentary relations to discuss matters of mutual interest. On behalf of the Australian delegation.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“Australia officially joined the IPU as a member parliament at the first IPU assembly held in Asia, in Bangkok in November 1956. This year we celebrate 70 years of membership of the IPU. The Australian delegation continues to have representation across important IPU bodies, advancing a proposed resolution on tax avoidance and engagement in key debates. As chairperson of the IPU Executive Committee's Sub-Committee on Finance, I reported on the IPU's financial situation to the IPU's geopolitical groups and answered questions from the floor. As a co-rapporteur to the Standing Committee on Sustainable Development, Senator O'Neill participated in a debate on a resolution on tax avoidance which will be endorsed at the next assembly in April this year.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“I present the report of the Australian parliamentary delegation to the 151st Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, held in Geneva, Switzerland, and the bilateral visits to Romania and Switzerland from 12 to 23 October 2025. I'm pleased to present this report of the Australian parliamentary delegation to the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union, or IPU, held in Geneva, and the bilateral visits to Romania and Switzerland in October 2025. It was an honour to lead a high-level delegation comprising the Deputy Speaker, Ms Sharon Claydon MP; Senator Andrew McLachlan CSC; Senator the Hon. Carol Brown; and Senator Deborah O'Neill. I thank the delegates for their commitment, diligence and hard work. The IPU was founded in 1889 as the first permanent political forum for international negotiation, providing the origins for multilateral cooperation.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“10 MR BIRRELL: To move: That this House: (1) acknowledges the: (a) devastating impact of the Victorian bushfire emergencies on regional communities; (b) tireless work of volunteer firefighters and emergency service personnel who put themselves in danger to keep the community safe; and (c) long-term recovery effort faced by the impacted areas to get back on their feet; (2) notes that the: (a) Victorian State Government is failing to properly manage public land by inadequately carrying out fuel load reducing planned burns which mitigate the bushfire risk; (b) Victorian State Government has not learned the lessons from previous bushfires and is failing to keep people safe; and (c) shutdown of the sustainable native hardwood timber industry in Victoria has limited the capacity to fight bushfires in the state; and (3) urges the Commonwealth Government to: (a) support those who have lost their homes and livelihoods; (b) recognise the need to mitigate the bushfire risk to regional communities through planned burns; (c) ensure Australia has the sovereign capability to fight bushfires; and (d) co-ordinate a national response to bushfire emergencies when they occur.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“Notices — continued 6 MS FERNANDO: To move: That this House: (1) acknowledges that the Government inherited the most severe skill shortages in half a century, after a decade of neglect and an absence of any national skills agreement; (2) recognises the Government for securing the landmark five-year National Skills Agreement, giving Australians easier access to training no matter where they live; (3) emphasises that the agreement resets how Australia plans, funds and delivers vocational education and training, backed by $12.6 billion over five years, including $3.7 billion in additional funding to strengthen the skills system; (4) observes that the Government's training reform and investment is delivering real outcomes, with national skills shortages easing over three consecutive years, and occupations in shortage falling from 36 per cent in 2023, to 33 per cent in 2024, and 29 per cent in 2025; and (5) commends the Government's efforts to support Australians to upskill and reskill so more Australians get qualified for well-paid jobs in the sectors that employers and industries need including housing, care and support services, clean energy and digital capability.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“Items for Federation Chamber (4.45 pm to 7.30 pm) PRIVATE MEMBERS' BUSINESS Orders of the day IMMIGRATION: Resumption of debate on the motion of Ms Steggall—That this House: (1) notes that: (a) immigration has been, and continues to be, a fundamental contributor to Australia's economic strength, social fabric, and national resilience; and (b) migrants play a vital role in sustaining small businesses across Australia, including by filling skills and labour shortages, starting new enterprises, supporting regional economies and contributing to local employment growth; and (2) calls on all Members of the House to engage in respectful, evidence-based debate on migration policy, and to reject rhetoric that inflames division or undermines the dignity and contribution of migrant communities.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“4 MR T WILSON: To move: That this House: (1) condemns the Government for presiding over the insolvency of 41,749 small businesses since being elected; (2) notes that: (a) 2025 was the worst calendar year for business insolvencies since records began in 1999, with more than 14,649 businesses collapsing; and (b) this Prime Minister now has the worst record of any Prime Minister for business insolvencies with an average of 2,938 businesses going under each quarter; (3) further condemns the Government for its failure to recognise the scale of the small business crisis and its lack of urgency in responding to record insolvencies; (4) acknowledges that behind every insolvency statistic is a family, an employee and a local community bearing the cost of the Government's policy failures; and (5) calls on the Minister for Small Business to urgently review the Government's policy settings that are focused on increasing costs, complexity and uncertainty for small and family businesses.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“3 MS J RYAN: To move: That this House: (1) acknowledges the start of the 2026 school year and the Government's record investment in Australian public schools through the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement; (2) notes that this agreement represents the largest Commonwealth investment in public schools by any Australian Government ever and is tied to important reforms to lift student outcomes; (3) recognises the importance of teachers and the steps the Government is taking to tackle the teacher shortage; (4) further notes that new data shows more Australians are choosing to study teaching, supported by important measures to help more people start and finish teaching degrees including through: (a) Commonwealth Paid Prac for teaching students; (b) Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships; and (c) reforms to strengthen teacher training; (5) further acknowledges the national effort being undertaken with states and territories to prevent and respond to bullying in schools; and (6) affirms that the Government continues to invest in schools, support teachers, and is committed to building a better and fairer education system.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“2 MS SPENDER: To move: That this House: (1) notes that the: (a) Consumer Price Index rose 3.8 per cent in the 12 months to December 2025, up from a 3.4 per cent rise in the 12 months to November 2025; (b) Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) warned last year that the Australian economy could not sustainably grow faster than 2 per cent without running into inflationary pressure; (c) RBA has downgraded Australia's medium term productivity growth forecasts to just 0.7 per cent, per year; and (d) Government undertook an economic reform roundtable with progress made on areas including nuisance tariffs and environmental approvals; and (2) calls on the Government to: (a) introduce stronger impact assessments, scrutiny and executive accountability for identifying and discontinuing costly and ineffective regulation; (b) rein-in Government spending, reinstate fiscal rules, reform the Charter of Budget Honesty and make ministers and departments more accountable for blowouts in budget measures; (c) identify how technology and artificial intelligence can support better provision of public services and government effectiveness; and (d) recalibrate Australia's patchwork of climate and industry policies to a framework that transitions the economy at the lowest cost.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“Items for Federation Chamber (11 am to 1.30 pm) PRIVATE MEMBERS' BUSINESS Notices 1 MR NG: To move: That this House: (1) notes that: (a) the human rights situation in Iran remains of grave concern, including reports of the Iranian regime engaging in repression, violence against protestors, arbitrary arrests and communications blackouts; (b) many members of the Iranian Australian community are deeply distressed by the actions of the Iranian regime; and (c) the Australian Government condemns the actions of the Iranian regime and affirms Australia's support for the people of Iran in their struggle for freedom, democracy and human rights; (2) recognises that: (a) the Australian Government has taken strong action to hold those responsible for human rights abuses in Iran to account, including targeted sanctions on more than 200 Iranian individuals and entities and more than 100 Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) linked individuals and entities, as well as listing the IRGC as a state sponsor of terrorism; (b) the Australian Government's most recent sanctions target senior officials and entities linked to the IRGC complicit in oppressing the Iranian people, violently suppressing domestic protests, and threatening lives both inside and outside Iran; and (c) Australia has taken significant diplomatic steps, including: (i) the expulsion of the Iranian Ambassador; and (ii) leadership in international efforts to hold Iran accountable through the United Nations; and (3) affirms its: (a) solidarity with the people of Iran; and (b) ongoing commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights and democratic freedoms.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“3 MS TEMPLEMAN: To move: That this House: (1) notes: (a) that on 1 January 2026: (i) the pharmaceutical benefits scheme co-payment for general patients was reduced to $25, the lowest price since 2004; (ii) 1800 Medicare was launched, giving Australians access to free 24 hours a day, seven days a week quality health advice over the phone; and (iii) Medicare Mental Health Check-In commenced, providing a new free digital mental health service offering self-help tools; and (b) the Government's record investment in bulk billing which has resulted in: (i) more than 3,300 fully bulk billing general practitioner practices across Australia, with almost 1,250 of these practices previously mixed billing; and (ii) rising bulk billing rates and a stronger Medicare; and (2) acknowledges that only this Government can be trusted to strengthen Medicare.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“I present report No. 6 of the Selection Committee, relating to the consideration of committee and delegation business and private members' business on Monday 9 February 2026. The report will be printed in the Hansard for today, and the committee's determination 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, 3 February 2026. 2.”
Australian House of Representatives4 February 2026Source ↗
“I have received a letter from the honourable the Leader of the Opposition proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The failure of the Government to curb its reckless spending, now at the highest levels in 40 years outside of recession and making Australian mortgages more expensive. 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—”
Australian House of Representatives3 February 2026Source ↗
“Before I call the honourable member for Warringah, I'll just welcome a few guests to our parliament today. I'm pleased to advise that the Hon. Reece Whitby MLA, Minister for Police; Road Safety; Tourism; Great Southern, is accompanied by the Commissioner of the WA Police Force, Col Blanch. It's good to see Queenslanders in the gallery today: from the Queensland Legislative Assembly, Mr Mark Boothman MP, Dr Christian Rowan MP and Mr Glen Kelly MP. I'm also pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are representatives from Air T, who are visiting Australia from the United States following the acquisition of Rex Airlines.”
Australian House of Representatives3 February 2026Source ↗
“I inform the House of the death on 23 December 2025 of Dr Katrina Jane Allen, a member of this House for the division of Higgins from 2019 to 2022. As a mark of respect to the memory of Katie Allen, I invite all present to rise in their places. Honourable members having stood in their places— I thank the House.”
Australian House of Representatives3 February 2026Source ↗
“I have to report to the House that, on 9 and 16 December 2025, I received advice from the Chief Opposition Whip and Chief Government Whip nominating changes in the membership of certain committees. In accordance with standing order 229(b), as the House was not expected to sit for several weeks, the appointments became effective on those dates. I now call the Leader of the House to move a motion to resolve the membership of the committees.”
Australian House of Representatives3 February 2026Source ↗
“I inform the House that, due to the recent party changes, certain members are no longer members of certain committees. As the list is a lengthy one, I do not propose to read it to the House. Details will be recorded in the Votes and Proceedings .”
Australian House of Representatives3 February 2026Source ↗
“We stand together in solidarity with Australia's Jewish community, we mourn the 15 innocent lives lost and we acknowledge those who will carry the weight of grief and trauma for the rest of their lives. May we honour them not only with our words today but with our actions in the days and years ahead.”
Australian House of Representatives19 January 2026Source ↗
“Before we commence, I would like to take a moment to say a few words. I acknowledge members have returned to Canberra under circumstances that are both tragic and deeply confronting. The horrific events of 14 December 2025 shook this parliament and our nation to its very core. To the families, loved ones and community leaders, and to all of those directly affected, who are with us in the galleries today, it is a solemn honour to have you here. I recognise also members of the diplomatic corps who are joining us today. Your presence in the people's House at such a painful time humbles us and reminds us why we are all here, and of the responsibility we carry.”
Australian House of Representatives19 January 2026Source ↗
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Farrer proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The failure of the Prime Minister to fulfil his promise to all Australians to reduce their power bills by $275 and the failure of the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, who is working part time, to deliver affordable energy for Australian households and businesses. 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—”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“I present a corrigendum to the Auditor-General's performance audit report No. 45 of 2024-25, entitled Fraud and corruption control arrangements in C reative Australia : Creative Australia . Document made a parliamentary paper.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“I also want to thank the Chief Government Whip, the Chief Opposition Whip and the National Party's Whip. Leader of the Opposition, I definitely see them, and I definitely hear them. Finally, my thanks to the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, the Leader of the Nationals, the Leader of the House, the Manager of Opposition Business and, of course, the crossbench, who play an important role in this chamber. It's been a massive year for all of us. I hope you each find some time to rest and recharge with your family and friends, and I look forward to seeing you again in the new year for another huge year. Merry Christmas!”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“To the Parliamentary Budget Office, led by Sam Reinhardt, and the Department of Parliamentary Services, led by Jaala Hinchcliffe: thank you to your teams for the support that you give to so many. To my colleagues and fellow members: to be chosen by you for this role and to sit in this seat again is a profound honour and deeply humbling. Thank you for another year of commitment and contribution, and, most importantly, thank you for the respect and kindness you've shown me. To all the occupants of the Speaker's chair, and especially the Deputy Speaker, the member for Newcastle and the member for Longman, who is the second Deputy Speaker: thank you for helping to maintain order in the House. I greatly appreciate your friendship, wise counsel and support.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“A thank you to the parliamentary attendants, Hansard, Broadcasting teams, Committee, the Table Office, the Serjeant-at-Arms—all of your work does not go unnoticed by the members in this place. I also want to take a moment to acknowledge Louise Milligan, a long-serving and highly respected member of staff who passed away just last week on 20 November following a long illness. Louise began her career with the Department of the House of Representatives on 14 November 2011 and dedicated 14 years to parliamentary service. Like so many people, she has made an invaluable contribution to the Committee Office as both a researcher and senior researcher. She was greatly valued by all those who worked with her. On behalf of the House, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Louise's family, friends and colleagues.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“Before we conclude the parliamentary year, I too want to take a quick moment to formally acknowledge and thank some of the people who've been essential to our parliament this year. First and foremost, I want to thank and recognise the Clerk of the House, Claressa Surtees. I want to thank Claressa for her expertise and the guidance she provides to me and all members, alongside Deputy Clerk Peter Banson, through the department. Your support is invaluable. As the Prime Minister said, we welcomed 32 new members to the House this year, which was a huge amount of work in itself. So I give thanks to the work of the Department of the House of Representatives for the incredible support to all the new members as they settled into their important new roles.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“I've just got a little bit of work to do, Members, before we leave. Before I call the Leader of the House and the Prime Minister and do the Leader of the Opposition—for all of us to do the end-of-year comments—I just want to inform the House that present in the press gallery today is Steve Quick, who's retiring after almost four decades in the federal press gallery, remarkably working for the same company, Channel 7, for his entire career. Steve began his career as a camo in 1988 at Old Parliament House, working his way up to eventually run the Channel 7 bureau at Parliament House alongside his colleague Mark Riley. I understand that Steve is highly respected by his colleagues in the press gallery, and will be greatly missed.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“I am pleased to inform the House that in the northern gallery today are representatives of the Movember National Youth Action Council, who are here to raise awareness of the importance of youth member-led mental health initiatives. Welcome to our friends from Movember. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“The question is that the motion moved by the honourable Prime Minister be agreed to. As a mark of respect, I ask all honourable members to signify their approval by rising in their places. Question agreed to, honourable members standing in their places. I thank the House.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“On behalf of all members, I extend a very warm welcome. I note that former member for Parramatta, Ms Julie Owens, is present in the gallery today as well. Also here in the gallery is the Mayor of the City of Casey, Councillor Stefan Koomen. On behalf of all members, welcome to question time. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“I'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are former members and senators, here to celebrate the 50th anniversary of being elected to the 30th Parliament of Australia. There are too many to name, but I would like to recognise them for their service in the old parliament. I had the privilege of meeting the Hon. Philip Ruddock on the way in when he joined them today. I extend a very warm welcome to you all. I'm also pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are the Lord Mayor of the City of Hobart, Councillor Anna Reynolds, and the Deputy Lord Mayor of the City of Perth, Councillor David Goncalves. Also present are participants in the Stephen FitzGerald Scholars Program, hosted by the ANU Australian Studies Institute and the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations.”
Australian House of Representatives27 November 2025Source ↗
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Indi proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The need for the Government to expand the Commonwealth Prac Payment scheme to allied health and medical students. I call upon 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—”
Australian House of Representatives26 November 2025Source ↗
“Also present in the gallery today are leaders from around Australia participating in the Australian Olympic Change-Maker National Summit. Welcome to you all. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
Australian House of Representatives26 November 2025Source ↗
“I would like to welcome some people to the chamber. Present in the gallery today are the winners of the 2025 Department of the House of Representatives My First Speech Competition. I would like to welcome Akeelah from the electorate of Durack, Olivia from the electorate of Isaac and Jamison from the electorate of Chifley, who won this year's competition, and their families. I am also pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today is His Excellency Mr Nabil Habashi, the deputy minister of foreign affairs in Egypt, who is visiting Australia to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and Egypt. I would also like to acknowledge His Excellency Mr Hani Mohamed Nagi Abdelhamid, the Ambassador of Egypt to Australia.”
Australian House of Representatives26 November 2025Source ↗
“I have received a letter from the honourable the Leader of the Opposition proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The failure of the Government and its Minister to deliver affordable energy for Australian households and businesses. 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—”
Australian House of Representatives25 November 2025Source ↗