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First, the government has put out a consultation paper that that is what we are discussing, which has been wel…
President, through you, it used to be that the Nationals were regarded as the farmers party, but it does appea…
There isn't one. I would make the point that, when it comes to fuel, the government has worked particularly wi…
We maintain diplomatic relations with countries not as an endorsement of others. In a fair-minded assessment o…
No, I do not accept any assertion that sheets home responsibility for the deaths of seven aid workers, includi…
I have made clear that this outcome, and the circumstances in which it was announced, is outrageous and insult…
I think I was asked yesterday whether the Prime Minister had confidence in the veterans' affairs minister. My…
I again say that the government does have the greatest of respect for our veterans. They deserve our thanks. W…
First, I again go back to what I have said, I think, on multiple occasions this week—that those who have the c…
There are two points I'd make. The first is this is transparently reported in the budget papers. The second is…
I have been in this chamber for a number of years and I have listened to Senator Gallagher make that point pre…
I thank Senator Sharma for the question, and I would make two points. The first is the government is transpare…
I object to the frightening level of overreach sought in the name of security with this bill.
I withdraw general business notice of motion 589.
If you are a low-paid earner, you don't have to be paid superannuation.
Not good. That's a lot of money not paid, and I'm doing the same work. That's just not fair.
(): I rise to speak on the government's recent announcement of changes to the national disaster recovery arra…
I rise to congratulate seven outstanding local residents of the Cook community who received King's Birthday Ho…
Look, we're not a croquet club, we're not a debating society; we are debating legislation.
These documents are tabled in accordance with the list circulated to honourable members earlier today. Full de…
By leave—I move: That Ms Chesters, Ms Mascarenhas and Ms Roberts be discharged from the Selection Committee a…
I thank the member for Mackellar for her question. The deaths of Zomi Frankcom and her six World Central Kitch…
I'm always honoured to meet with veterans and to speak with them and to listen to them. I think that was an un…
Now that a whole lot of legislation has been passed, what are you going to do for this?
I thank the member for Maribyrnong for that really important question. Today, I met with Professor Brian Schmi…
I'm asked about debt, and I'm happy to give some facts. Fact 1: the former government, in which the Leader of…
My question is to the Prime Minister. Under Labor, Australians have suffered lower real wages, higher unemploy…
Speaker, thank you for this indulgence. News broke this afternoon that Lily Hooper from Oakdale in my electora…
I respect your service. I deeply apologise for any anxiety you have around this policy, and of course I will c…
My question is to the Minister representing the Treasurer, Senator Gallagher. With $1 trillion in government d…
We're hearing from those obstacles right now. The biggest obstacle is all those opposite, who always oppose hi…
Labor listen to young people and we act on what they tell us. I recently met Brayden, Prachi, Genita and Misha…
Prime Minister said, we absolutely back higher minimum wages for Australians—
Thanks, Senator Whitten. I would certainly want to check those figures you've cited to ensure that they are ac…
I think I'm aware of the particular case that you're referring to, Senator Whitten. As I've said, the Australi…
Obviously I don't have those precise numbers with me as the representing minister, but if there is anything I…
We on this side of the chamber built Medicare. We back the PBS. We built universal superannuation. Those oppos…
Thanks to the Albanese Labor government, PBS medicines are now the cheapest they have been in 20 years. The la…
I thank Senator Brown, who, of course, is a staunch advocate for public health and for Tasmania. When we are t…
Minister, you've been unable to tell Australians how much more they will pay in two answers now. Why is the go…
The government's position is clear on page 45 of the consultation paper that the cost of the proposed carbon t…
My question is to the Minister representing the Prime Minister, Senator Wong. What additional costs at the pet…
We believe that children shouldn't miss out on early learning because of their parents' circumstances, but tha…
(—) (): We should celebrate this milestone and do more to ensure that First Nations children are supported to…
Has the Prime Minister asked Minister Keogh to resign, or has Minister Keogh offered his resignation to the Pr…
Given the veterans community and his own Labor colleagues are calling for Minister Keogh to be sacked, why doe…
Senator Ghosh, as a matter of fact I can! Today's labour force figures demonstrate that Australia's labour mar…
Minister, in the interest of directness and transparency, how high do you expect gross government debt under y…
Minister, the medium-term budget outlook shows that interest expenses are one of the fastest-growing areas of…
My question is to the Minister representing the Prime Minister, Senator Wong. Minister, can you confirm report…
I table a replacement explanatory memorandum and a supplementary explanatory memorandum relating to the govern…
I table a supplementary explanatory memorandum relating to the government amendment to be moved to this bill.…
I move: That this bill be now read a first time. Question agreed to. Bill read a first time.
I move: That this bill be now read a first time. Question agreed to. Bill read a first time. The PR…
In the 4½ minutes left for this debate, I was hoping to address the content of the Australian Security Intelli…
Christians, Jews, Muslims, Hindus—all are victims of radical Islamic ideology and Islamic terrorism. More Musl…
Ministerial Update—Clean Energy Regulator Battery Inspection Program Action Plans
At the request of Senator Ruston, I move: That there be laid on the table by the Minister representing the Mi…
I move: That this bill be now read a second time. I seek leave to table an explanatory memorandum relating t…
I move: That the following bill be introduced: A Bill for an Act to amend the Migration Act 1958, and for re…
At the request of Senator Antic, I move: That the following matter be referred to the Legal and Constitutiona…
At the request of Senator Bragg, I withdraw business of the Senate notice of motion No. 2 for today.
I move: That general business notice of motion No. 634 be considered during general business today. Question…
by leave—I move: That the Senate concurs with the resolution of the House of Representatives relating to the…
I move: At the end of the motion, add: "and, in respect of the Fair Work Amendment (Disqualified Officers) B…
, and the Fair Work Amendment (Disqualified Officers) Bill 2026 and the Housing Australia Amendment (Transpare…
The coalition is proud to support a strong, sustainable and independent Australian news media sector. It's imp…
Treasurer, Mr Mulino, explained, that would deliver about $200 million to $250 million in total revenue, by wa…
I table a revised explanatory memorandum relating to three of the bills and I move: That these bills be now r…
I move: That these bills may proceed without formalities, may be taken together and be now read a first time.…
I know a strategy with some great recommendations, and we're yet to see that come out of the minister's office…
I move: That the following matter be referred to the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Comm…
I am so pleased to address the chamber today to speak about something that affects so many individuals and fam…
We could get father into a local hospital, which would expedite his assessment. However, we don't want to clog…
The purpose of the Administrative and Judicial Review Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 is to enhance the effici…
I rise to acknowledge the recent passing of my friend Ray Hancock at age 99. Ray was one of the legends of Ken…
Tuesday this week was Vietnam Veterans' Day and the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan. I want to begi…
I move: That the amendment be agreed to. The SPEAKER 53517 The question is that the amendme…
by leave—I move: That Ms Chaney be appointed a member of the Joint Selection Committee on Artificial Intellig…
I'd just like to add some remarks in consideration in detail on this amendment. Firstly, I want to say thank y…
I move: That the amendment be agreed to.
I move: That the amendments be agreed to. Question agreed to.
Will I ever be able to afford a home? Will my wages keep up with the cost of living? Will I be able to raise a…
Let's just spend it, stoke the inflation, tax the inflation and then go on and continue to spend the inflation…
Let's try fewer interjections.
I thank the member for Bullwinkel for her question. The member for Bullwinkel knows in a really personal way w…
I do want to thank the member for Makin for that question. The member for Makin and many members in this place…
Dealing with Minister Keogh, I think I prefer to deal with the Taliban. That was much more simple. I signed on…
Prime Minister said, reaffirmed Australia's AAA credit rating
I thank the member for the question. One of the issues that have come up over the time that I've been in the p…
Leader of the Opposition called out laws that have led to higher wages as disastrous, and, of course, the same…
I thank the member for his question. The Albanese government is entirely committed to making sure that we're i…
I thank the member for Jagajaga for her question. As a former journalist, the member for Jagajaga knows all to…
I thank the member for his question. I have engaged extensively with RSL around this, and their feedback and m…
I thank the honourable member not just for the question but for making it really clear that One Nation doesn't…
I thank the member for Menzies for his question. The Albanese government last night secured the passage throug…
My favourite part of that was the really embarrassed looks of the poor backbenchers who had to wave around the…
My question is to the Treasurer. Since 2022— The SPEAKER 53517 Order! No. The member will pa…
Today Australia crosses a deeply troubling milestone: $1 trillion worth of Labor's debt. That's $1 trillion th…