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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“I inform the House of the death on 13 August 2025 of Stanley James Collard OAM, a former senator. Stan Collard represented the state of Queensland from 1975 to 1987. As a mark of respect to the memory of Stan Collard, I invite all present to rise in their places. Honourable members having stood in their places— I thank the House.”
“I've received a letter from the honourable the Leader of the Nationals and I've also received a letter from the honourable member for Hunter proposing that definite matters of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion. As required by standing order 46, I get to choose the matter which is, in my opinion, the most urgent and important. Today, that is the one proposed by the honourable the Leader of the Nationals, namely: This Government devastating industries and manufacturing across Australia. I therefore 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—”
“Before I call the member for Mayo, I am pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today is a Canberra fellowships delegation from Sri Lanka. On behalf of all members, I wish you a warm welcome to Australia and to the House of Representatives. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that on the floor of the parliament today is the Hon. Rajnath Singh, the defence minister of India, who is accompanied by His Excellency Mr Gopal Baglay, the High Commissioner of India to Australia, and a distinguished delegation. Welcome to you both.”
“On behalf of the Standing Committee on Appropriations and Administration I present the committee's report No. 33, Annual report 2024-25 . Report made a parliamentary paper in accordance with standing order 39(e).”
“I have received letters from the honourable member for Macquarie and the honourable member for Lindsay proposing that definite matters of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion today. As required under standing order 46(d), if more than one matter is required for the same day, the Speaker shall select the matter to be read that day. It is my opinion that the one that is more urgent and important is the one prepared by the honourable member for Lindsay, namely: The Government's tragic failure to ensure the oversight of the vital triple zero ecosystem. 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. 3 of 2025-26 entitled Implementation of procurement reforms: Digital Transformation Agency and Department of Finance: Digital Transformation Agency; Department of Finance . Document made a parliamentary paper.”
“I'm pleased to advise the House that in the gallery today are participants in the University of Canberra's Pathway to Politics for Women program, whom I had the privilege of meeting before question time. Also in the gallery is a delegation of GPs who are at Parliament House to launch the General practice: health o f t he n ation report. Welcome to you all.”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Berowra proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The second anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks and the resultant increase in antisemitism in 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'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are representatives and leaders of the Zaghawa Union in Australia, as guests of the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, and also the Rt Hon. Lord Herbert of South Downs, member of the House of Lords of the United Kingdom. Welcome to you all. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I inform the House of the death, on 18 September 2025, of James Henry Snow, a member of this House for the division of Eden-Monaro from 1983 to 1996. As a mark of respect for the memory of Jim Snow, I invite all present to rise in their places. Honourable members having stood in their places— I thank the House.”
“In accordance with the resolution agreed to earlier, the Appropriation Bill (No. 1) 2025-2026 and related appropriation bills stand referred to the Federation Chamber, and further consideration of this bill is made an order of the day for a later hour.”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Gippsland proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The government's failure to govern for all Australians. 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—”
“Before I call the honourable member for Leichhardt, I am pleased to inform the House that we welcome a guest of the Minister for Education, a representative of the Australian Schools Plus, a national non-profit organisation dedicated to closing the education gap. Also in the Special Business gallery is Mr Barry Robson, who has served as president of the Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia for more than 20 years, and is retiring. We also welcome students from Kingswood College in Melbourne, and year 11 students from Monaro High School in the member for Eden-Monaro's electorate.”
“On behalf of all members of the House from across the chamber, I too would like to pay tribute to Commissioner Kershaw for his service to the House of Representatives, to the parliament and to the nation. I'd also like to add that the member for Hinkler also served as Queensland Police Service, and the member for La Trobe.”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Curtin proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The need for broad tax reform to address growing intergenerational unfairness. 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. 2 of 2025-26 entitled Effectiveness of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission's regulatory functions: NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission . Document made a parliamentary paper.”
“I am pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today is a delegation from the parliament of Kiribati's Public Account Committee, led by the Hon. Tarakabu Martin Tofinga. I also have a 'bienvenue' to the Senate delegation from the France-Australia Parliamentary Friendship Group, and welcome members of the Fairley Leadership Program from the Goulburn and Murray valleys in the electorate of Nicholls. Welcome to you all.”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are members of the Afghanistan women's cricket team, who are here today for World Vision Australia's 1000 Voices for 1000 Girls campaign; representatives of Suicide Prevention Australia, who are here for the World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September; the mayor of Fremantle, Councillor Hannah Fitzhardinge; Mr Matt Niikkula, the shire president of Exmouth; and Natalie Moir from Kalbarri, in the mighty electorate of Durack. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I'm pleased to inform the House that, in the gallery today, is a delegation of members of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, led by Ms Ji-hye Park. Welcome to parliament. Also in the gallery today are members of the Let Them Be Kids campaign, which aims to raise awareness of the potentially harmful impacts of social media on children, as guests of the Prime Minister. I also see the Mayor of South Gippsland Shire, Councillor John Schelling, here as a guest of the member for Monash. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I'm very pleased to advise that sitting in the distinguished visitors gallery is the Speaker of the Queensland parliament, my friend the Hon. Pat Weir, associated with his delegation from the Queensland parliament of Ray Stevens, Linus Power, Andrew Powell, Mick de Brenni, Mark Ryan and Christian Rowan. Welcome to all the Queenslanders. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“Before I call the member for Grey, I'll acknowledge a few guests in the gallery today. I'm pleased to acknowledge delegates from the Greater Whitsunday in the electorate of Dawson, including Councillor Kelly Vea Vea, Councillor Greg Williamson and Councillor Ry Collins. I'd also like to inform the House that present in the gallery is Mr Eli Sharabi, an Israeli former hostage held for 491 days, accompanied by the ambassador. I also notice the Hon. Warren Entsch, former member for Leichhardt, in the gallery today with the founder and managing director of Gunggandji Aerospace, the CEO Mr Daniel Joinbee. Welcome to you all. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I've received a letter from the honourable the Deputy Leader of the Opposition proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The impact of the government's spending spree on Australian households. 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—”
“Before I call the member for Curtin, I will do some acknowledgements. I would like to inform the House that, present in the gallery today, is the Hon. Bill Yan, MLA, Treasurer, Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure and Minister for Housing Construction from the Northern Territory. We also have a delegation of mayors and industry representatives from South Australia, and I'd like to inform the House that, in the gallery, there is a delegation of young leaders from across Australia and the Pacific taking part in the National Leadership Forum. Also, I note that Stuart Henry, the former member for Hasluck, is joining us today. Welcome to you all. Honourable members: Hear, hear!”
“I have received a letter from the honourable member for Berowra proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely: The Government's continued failure to deal with antisemitism and keep Australians safe. 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—”
“Pursuant to standing order 17(a), I lay on the table my warrant nominating the honourable members for Forrest, Groom, Holt and Monash to be members of the Speaker's panel to assist the chair when requested to do so by the Speaker or the Deputy Speaker and congratulate them on their appointment.”
“I'm also pleased to inform the House that today we're joined by members of the Youth Steering Committee, a group of young people between 12 and 25, selected from every state and territory to give advice on government policies and programs, and also a delegation from the Northern Councils Alliance, representing the northern suburbs of Melbourne. We have mayors Councillor Elizabeth Nealy, Councillor John Dumaresq, Councillor Kristine Olaris, Councillor Helen Davidson, Councillor Jarrod Bell, Councillor John Dougall and Councillor Martin Taylor, along with staff and CEOs. Finally, we have the Rt Hon. The Lord Spellar, who currently serves as a member of the United Kingdom's House of Lords and is a great friend of Australia. Welcome to you all.”
“Before I call the member for Reid, I'd like to do some acknowledgements for the House. I'm very pleased to inform the House that present in the Special Visitors Gallery today, in the front row of the gallery, are members of the Vietnamese Community in Australia, led by Dr Peter Thang Ha, the president of the Vietnamese Community in Australia New South Wales chapter, and my friends from Queensland Ms Mai Nguyen, the president of the Australian Vietnamese Women's Association, and Mr Bac Lam, representing the Queensland chapter of the Vietnamese Community in Australia. They are all here for a very special event tonight, in recognition of 50 years of Vietnamese settlement in Australia. Welcome to you all.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted remaining private Members' business time prior to 7.30 pm. Speech time limits Ms Spender 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 3 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 27 August 2025”
“10 MS SPENDER: To move: That this House: (1) notes that: (a) one in four women and one in 14 men have experienced violence by an intimate partner since the age of 15 as of 2024; (b) 37 women were killed by a current or former intimate partner in 2024 according to the Status for Women Report Card; (c) the Report of the Rapid Review of Prevention Approaches, Unlocking the Prevention Potential: accelerating action to end family, domestic and sexual violence provided the Government with 21 recommendations which have not yet all been responded to; and (d) the Government has made some meaningful commitments including a $4.7 billion investment into a range of preventative measures and support services; and (2) calls on the Government to: (a) urgently respond to all recommendations put forward by the Rapid Review; and (b) expand the eligibility requirements of the Family Violence Crisis Payment to allow for victim-survivors to receive the support they need.”
“(Notice given 31 July 2025.) Time allotted 30 minutes. Speech time limits Mr Georganas 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 6 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“9 MR GEORGANAS: To move: That this House: (1) notes that 24 August 2025 marks three and a half years since Russia's illegal, immoral and unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine; (2) reaffirms Australia's continued support for Ukrainian sovereignty and territorial integrity; (3) condemns Russia's: (a) attacks on Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity since Ukraine gained independence in 1991; (b) backing of separatist militias in the Donbas; (c) illegal attempted annexation of Crimea; and (d) full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as well as its interference in Ukraine's domestic politics; (4) supports: (a) the Government's: (i) efforts since the full-scale invasion to provide military, humanitarian, energy, reconstruction and recovery assistance to Ukraine; and (ii) measures that impose costs on Russia for its violations of international law, including trade sanctions and targeted financial sanctions; and (b) Australia's continued calls on Russia to fulfil its obligations under international humanitarian law and end its illegal invasion of Ukraine; and (5) endorses the Government's commitment to continue to support a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.”
“(Notice given 25 August 2025.) Time allotted 30 minutes. Speech time limits Ms Mascarenhas 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 6 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“8 MS MASCARENHAS: To move: That this House: (1) commends the Government for its $500 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative that will give Australian businesses access to capital grants and production incentives through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA); (2) recognises: (a) that this latest piece of the Future Made in Australia represents a commitment to the growth of our national battery manufacturing industry which is essential to our future energy independence, affordability and our sovereign capabilities; (b) that batteries are essential to all aspects of modem life both in Australia and abroad, and that securing jobs in this growing sector is a race with global competition; and (c) the urgent need to progress Australian industry up the manufacturing value chain to lock in our place in the global energy economy and make the most of our comparative advantages in resources and renewables; (3) further commends: (a) the Government for its commitment to consultation in designing this scheme alongside ARENA, with stakeholders in industry for maximum impact; and (b) Australian industry and researchers for driving the move towards a clean energy future even before they had a partner in Canberra; and (4) calls on the Opposition to: (a) support the Government's commitment to local manufacturing and securing the Australian jobs of the future; and (b) cease its attempts to distract from and derail the global push to reduce emissions as it is out of step with the national interest and decreases certainty for businesses.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted 40 minutes. Speech time limits Mr L O'Brien 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [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 = 4 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day. Notices — continued 7 MR L O'BRIEN: To move: That this House: (1) notes that Police Week commences on 13 September 2025 with the 16th Wall to Wall Ride for Remembrance, and concludes on National Police Remembrance Day, which will be commemorated on 29 September 2025; (2) acknowledges the role and service of police officers in communities across Australia, their work in protecting people, communities and property, and the risk and sacrifice that is associated with their service; (3) honours the lives of those police officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the course of their duty, as well as those police officers who have suffered injuries in the course of their work; (4) conveys its respects and condolences to the families, loved ones and colleagues of police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty; (5) commends the work of Police Legacy, which provides care and comfort to the loved ones of fallen police officers; and (6) reaffirms its support for police and thanks police officers for their courage and dedicated service to keeping Australian communities safe.”
“Orders of the day — continued 1 MENTAL HEALTH: Resumption of debate ( from 25 August 2025 ) on the motion of Ms Coffey—That this House notes that: (1) to meet growing need, the Government is putting mental health at the heart of Medicare and services at the centre of communities; (2) the Government is rolling out a national network of 91 Medicare Mental Health Centres, which offer free walk-in mental health support and care from clinical and non-clinical staff, without the need for an appointment, referral, or mental health treatment plan; and (3) the Government is delivering services, closer to home, across the whole of the lifespan by opening new Perinatal Mental Health Centres, Medicare Mental Health Kids Hubs, headspace centres, and Medicare Mental Health Centres. Time allotted 20 minutes.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted 30 minutes. Speech time limits Dr Webster 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 6 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 Notices — continued 6 DR WEBSTER: To move: That this House: (1) notes that: (a) regional Australians are subject to ongoing and significant challenges with access to reliable telecommunications coverage, despite many years of government investment and the fast pace of technological advance; (b) regional connectivity is essential to modern life, for business and work, farm productivity, education, healthcare and social connection; (c) many areas of poor mobile phone coverage remain across our regions, and regional Australians face ongoing impediments to their internet and landline voice service access, quality and reliability; (d) the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee (RTIRC) provides three-yearly investigations into the state and needs of telecommunications in regional, rural and remote Australia, as mandated by Part 9B of the Telecommunications (Consumer Protection and Service Standards) Act 1999 ; (e) the first legislated review with a focus on the regions was in 2000; (f) section 158Q(6) of the Act states that: 'if a report sets out one or more recommendations to the Commonwealth Government: (a) as soon as practicable after receiving the report, the Minister must cause to be prepared a statement setting out the Commonwealth Government's response to the recommendations; and (b) within 6 months after receiving the report, the Minister must cause copies of the statement to be tabled in each House of the Parliament'; and (g) the Government is yet to meet the legislated requirements of the Act in respect of the 2024 RTIRC report which was tabled in December 2024; and (2) calls upon the Minister to respond to and table said response to the recommendations of the 2024 RTIRC report forthwith, in accordance with the requirements of the Act.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted remaining private Members' business time prior to 1.30 pm. Speech time limits Mr Leeser 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 4 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“Notices — continued 5 MR LEESER: To move: That this House: (1) recognises the 80th anniversary of B'nai B'rith in Australia, an organisation whose work has strengthened not only the Australian Jewish community but the entire Australian population; (2) commends B'nai B'rithh for its leadership in promoting education, interfaith understanding, cultural expression, and the fight against antisemitism; (3) notes its range of initiatives to support the community including the Courage to Care program, youth leadership development, and its charitable trust, which have left a lasting mark on the community; and (4) acknowledges the volunteers and members of B'nai B'rith past and present, whose 80 years of service reflect our nation's values of compassion, justice, and responsibility.”
“(Notice given 25 August 2025.) Time allotted 20 minutes. Speech time limits All Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 4 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“Orders of the day SECURE JOBS, BETTER PAY REVIEW: Resumption of debate on the motion of Ms Byrnes—That this house: (1) acknowledges the final report of the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Review; (2) notes the report found the Government's workplace changes are already delivering for Australian workers, and that: (a) coverage of collective bargaining 'has increased markedly'; (b) real wages and workers' economic circumstances are improving; and (c) the Secure Jobs Better Pay Act represents a significant development aimed at improving outcomes for working women, including a reduction in the gender pay gap; (3) further notes recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics that showed: (a) a record number of Australians work; (b) since May 2022, employment had risen by 8.6 per cent, a higher rate of employment growth than all major advanced economies; (c) the gender pay gap is at the lowest ever level since records began; and (d) annual real wages have now grown for seven consecutive quarters under this Government; and (4) acknowledges the Government's commitment for Australians to earn more and keep more of what they earn.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted 35 minutes. Speech time limits Mr Thompson 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 7 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“4 MR THOMPSON: To move: That this House: (1) notes the: (a) abhorrent behaviour of protestors burning the Australian national flag at rallies throughout our country which is deplorable, disrespectful and goes against our values as a nation; (b) Australian flag is the flag members of our Australian Defence Forces wear on their shoulders and the flag that sits on the coffin of our fallen men and women; and (c) Flags Act 1953 fails to criminalise the destruction of the Australian national flag; (2) condemns the: (a) Government's failure to enact legislative power to punish those who burn the Australian national flag; and (b) Government for allowing protestors to carry and display declared terrorist flags throughout our community; and (3) calls on the Government to: (a) criminalise the desecration and/or burning of the Australian national flag; and (b) punish those supporting declared terrorists' groups.”
“(Notice given 25 August 2025.) Time allotted 30 minutes. Speech time limits Mr Repacholi 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 6 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“3 MR REPACHOLI: To move: That this House: (1) notes that September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and that prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in Australian men, with a profound impact on men, their partners, families and communities; (2) recognises the vital role of general practitioners, nurses, specialists and allied health workers in early detection, treatment, recovery and survivorship, and acknowledges the important work of community organisations including the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia and local support groups; (3) acknowledges that men in regional and rural communities, First Nations men, and men with a family history of prostate cancer face higher risks and often greater barriers to timely screening, diagnosis and care; (4) encourages men, particularly those aged 50 to 69, and younger men with additional risk factors, to talk with their general practitioner about prostate-specific antigen testing and individual risk, and to act early on symptoms or concerns; (5) commends the work underway, including by the Government, to improve access to high quality diagnosis and treatment, with initiatives such as specialist nurses, mental health supports and better follow-up care; and (6) affirms that talking about men's health saves lives and that early action gives men the best chance to live long and well.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted 15 minutes. Speech time limits Ms Sharkie 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 3 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”
“2 MS SHARKIE: To move: That this House: (1) recognises that: (a) on 31 March 2025, 89,597 older Australians were waiting for a Home Care Package at their approved level, 70,223 without receiving lower-level Home Care Package services; (b) many older Australians are waiting up to a year to receive a Home Care Package at their approved level; and (c) although many people are approved to receive Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) services while waiting for Home Care at their approved level, those in regional and rural areas have great difficulty accessing CHSP services due to providers' lack of capacity and poor coverage of some Aged Care Planning Regions (ACPRs); (2) acknowledges that: (a) during 2023-24, 3,383 people passed away and 7,380 people entered residential aged care while waiting for a Home Care Package at their approved level; (b) the Government's deferral of an additional 80,000 Support at Home places from the commencement of the new Aged Care Act 2024 from 1 July 2025 to the revised start date of 1 November 2025 is having a profound, adverse impact on older Australians; and (c) CHSP providers are funded under grant agreements to deliver services in ACPRs, but it is a provider's business decision whether to deliver services to specific areas within the ACPR, meaning some would-be recipients miss out; and (3) calls on the Government to urgently: (a) address systemic issues in the CHSP which see people in many regional and rural areas unable to even get on a provider's waiting list for services; and (b) commence delivery of 80,000 additional packages promised in December 2024 so that older Australians are not left waiting up to a year or more for much-needed care.”
“(Notice given 26 August 2025.) Time allotted 30 minutes. Speech time limits Ms Coffey 5 minutes. Other Members 5 minutes each. [Minimum number of proposed Members speaking = 6 x 5 mins] The Committee determined that consideration of this matter should continue on a future day.”