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Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (5.04 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the Education(Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Bill. There is no ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 13 September 2001PROPERTY AGENTS AND MOTOR DEALERS AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (4.53 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the Property Agentsand Motor Dealers Amendment Bill, a bill that will ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 17 October 2001CHATSWOOD HILLS STATE SCHOOLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (10.25 a.m.): It is with great pleasure that I inform honourablemembers of one of the greenest and healthiest schools in south-east ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 2 August 2001JOHN PAUL COLLEGEMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (5.15 p.m.): Last Thursday, the Minister for Innovation andInformation Economy, the Honourable Paul Lucas, attended John Paul College, a great private ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 7 August 2001DRUG AWARENESS FORUMMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (12.25 p.m.): Recently, I held a 'drugs in the community' forumfor the people of Springwood. Like the recent 60 Minutes program, the night was about ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 8 August 2001CONSUMER CREDIT [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (5.22 p.m.): It gives me great pleasure to rise to speak to theConsumer Credit (Queensland) Amendment Bill 2001. Many people ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 18 October 2001WORKCOVER QUEENSLAND AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (3.12 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the WorkCoverQueensland Amendment Bill. In 1916, the Labor T. J. Ryan government ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 27 November 2001ELECTRICITY LEGISLATION AMENDMENT AND REPEAL BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (10.28 p.m.): It is with pleasure that I rise in support of this bill.The main reason for the bill is to provide for ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 11 December 2001LAND SALES AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (9.23 p.m.): I am pleased to offer my support to the ministerupon the introduction of this bill and wish to speak briefly to it. The ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 16 October 2001DOMESTIC VIOLENCEMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (7.21 p.m.): I was recently invited to attend the annual generalmeeting of the Domestic Violence Resource Centre in Brisbane. I had previously been in contact ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 30 May 2001TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS [LIABILITY] BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (10.34 p.m.): I rise to speak briefly to the TravellerAccommodation Providers (Liability) Bill. This bill will bring ...
Speech byHon. ANNA BLIGHMEMBER FOR SOUTH BRISBANEHansard 12 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTStudent Education ProfilesHon. A. M. BLIGH (South Brisbane—ALP) (Minister for Education) (9.45 a.m.), by leave: I ampleased to inform members that the anxious wait ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 17 October 2001ANIMAL CARE AND PROTECTION BILLMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (2.31 p.m.): I rise briefly in support of the general intent of this billthat ensures, as I believe it does, a far clearer explanation of public ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 31 May 2001LOCKYER ELECTORATE, SCHOOLSMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (7.11 p.m.): Recently I had the pleasure of attending an educationalexpo at the Toowoomba City Hall showcasing the achievements of many schools in the ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 20 June 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (10.06 p.m.): I rise tonight to oppose the ProstitutionAmendment Bill 2001. The purpose of this bill strikes at the heart of the Prostitution Act ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Mr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (5.47 p.m.): The Peter Beattie Labor government in this budgethas delivered a surplus, and our budget is focused on job creation and supporting Queensland ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 31 July 2001GAMING MACHINE AMENDMENT BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (3.32 p.m.): I proudly rise in support of the Gaming MachineAmendment Bill. History will show that those who oppose this are of the same political ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 16 May 2001ELECTORAL AND OTHER ACTS AMENDMENT BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (3.30 p.m.): I am pleased to have the opportunity to speak onthe issue before the House today. As we are well aware, the legislation was ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 29 May 2001POLICE SERVICE ADMINISTRATION AND MISCONDUCT TRIBUNALS AMENDMENT BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (10.15 p.m.): It gives me great pleasure to speak tonight insupport of this bill, realising that what is ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 30 May 2001ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (8.32 p.m.): I am happy to rise tonight to speak to theEnvironmental Protection Legislation Amendment Bill. I applaud the ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 30 May 2001TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS [LIABILITY] BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (10.38 p.m.): As members would be well aware, the TravellerAccommodation Providers (Liability) Bill addresses an ancient and ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 20 June 2001STATE DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (12.51 p.m.): I rise to support the State Development and OtherLegislation Amendment Bill 2001. As has been annunciated ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 13 December 2001PEST MANAGEMENT BILLMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (2.48 p.m.): I rise in support of the Pest Management Bill. Thereare always concerns for those who work with potentially hazardous chemicals. This ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 4 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (11.47 a.m.): It gives me enormous pleasure and it is with greatpride that I rise to give my first speech in this House as the first member for Kawana. I assure ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 5 April 2001NATURE CONSERVATION [FOREST RESERVES] REGULATION 2000Mr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (5.26 p.m.): The lands under the South-East QueenslandRegional Forest Agreement have a high conservation value and warrant ...
Speech byCHRIS CUMMINSMEMBER FOR KAWANAHansard 5 April 2001MR G. WALLACE; MR J. BLEIJIEMr CUMMINS (Kawana—ALP) (6.54 p.m.): I wish to bring to the House's attention a by-electionto be held on 28 April for division 5 in the Caloundra City Council. That ...
Speech byCARRYN SULLIVANMEMBER FOR PUMICESTONEHansard 4 December 2001COASTAL PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs CARRYN SULLIVAN (Pumicestone—ALP) (6.30 p.m.): I, like my Labor parliamentarycolleagues, have been eagerly waiting ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 5 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMrs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (2.51 p.m.): First, let me say this: thank you to my family, myhusband, Ivan—my mentor and guru—you who have guided and encouraged me to be the woman Iam today. ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 5 April 2001NATURE CONSERVATION [FOREST RESERVES] REGULATION 2000Ms MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (6.04 p.m.): Our hearts go out to the members of those familieswho have lost their jobs, the same as our hearts go out to ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 1 May 2001COOLUM COMMUNITYMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (7.06 p.m.): Coolum, like many coastal towns, has little in the wayof entertainment for its youth. The Coolum District Musicians and Supporters Association has ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 15 May 2001NOOSA ELECTORATE, SCHOOLSMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (8.52 p.m.): There are many great schools in my electorate.Tonight I want to introduce the House to four of those schools and, at a later date, the other ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 16 May 2001DINGOES, FRASER ISLANDMrs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (6.37 p.m.): Of the 50-odd recommendations of the report referredto by the member opposite, nine were fully implemented and 29 were in the process of ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 31 May 2001WINE INDUSTRY AMENDMENT BILLMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (5.22 p.m.): The Minister for Tourism and Racing and Minister forFair Trading is to be congratulated for bringing this bill forward. It is confirmation ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 22 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001 Ms MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (10.34 a.m.): I would like to congratulate this government forachieving what it set out to do, that is, to keep its election promises and more. Well done! This ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 1 August 2001POLICE RESOURCES, NOOSAMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (7.34 p.m.): I would like to take this opportunity to draw theattention of the House to the Beattie government's response to law and order issues and the ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE D]Ms MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (12.12 p.m.): Firstly, I place on the record my support for the workthat all Queensland Emergency Services personnel carry out seven ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 9 August 2001CONSUMER CREDIT [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (12.39 p.m.): I take this opportunity to speak to the ConsumerCredit (Queensland) Amendment Bill 2001, which relates to payday lending. I ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 11 September 2001POLICING, SUNSHINE COAST Ms MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (12.15 p.m.): I rise to address the House on the issue of SunshineCoast policing. As the House would be aware, since taking up my position as member ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (5.13 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the Education(Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Bill. As has already been noted ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 27 November 2001NOOSA RIVERMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (1.17 a.m.): Noosa River enjoys an A-minus rating. This in part isdue to the pristine environment of the upper reaches of the Mary River. The community of the ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 28 November 2001FRASER ISLANDMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (6.40 p.m.): Keep it green and keep it clean. An opposition member: Keep your shirt on!Ms MOLLOY: And that applies to the member opposite. I entered politics to ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 11 December 2001CENTENARY OF FEDERATION CELEBRATIONS, NOOSA ELECTORATEMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (12.06 p.m.): I rise to tell members of parliament about theupcoming Centenary of Federation celebrations in the Noosa ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 6 December 2001ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL; SUNSHINE BEACH HIGH SCHOOL DEBUTANTE BALLMs MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (6.56 p.m.): Tonight I want to share with members my pleasure inattending the St Thomas More school community ...
Speech byCATE MOLLOYMEMBER FOR NOOSAHansard 4 December 2001KIN KIN COUNTRYSIDE LOOP Ms MOLLOY (Noosa—ALP) (7.29 p.m.): I was recently invited to join the Mayor of Noosa, BobAbbott, at the official launch of the Kin Kin Countryside loop trail and scenic trail ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 31 May 2001MOTOR VEHICLES SECURITIES AND OTHER ACTS AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (12.13 p.m.): I am another member of this House who has had apersonal experience that demonstrates the need for this bill. ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 31 May 2001LIQUOR AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (2.44 p.m.): I am pleased to follow the member for Mansfield andsupport the comments that he has made about the Liquor Amendment Bill and add several more ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 19 June 2001TOURISMMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (12.23 p.m.): Tourism is vital to the economic prosperity of Cairns andthe region of far-north Queensland. I dare say that most honourable members know that tourism is ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 20 June 2001STATE DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (12.08 p.m.): I am pleased to support the State Development andOther Legislation Amendment Bill for a number of reasons from ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Ms BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (11.14 p.m.): I too am pleased to support the Appropriation Billsbefore the House and the budget of the second Beattie government. It is a very good budget ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 31 July 2001GAMING MACHINE AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (2.58 p.m.): I am pleased to support the Gaming MachineAmendment Bill. I was pleased in 1999 to be asked by the then Treasurer, the Honourable ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 8 August 2001CONSUMER CREDIT [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (5.42 p.m.): I am pleased to endorse the comments made byhonourable members in this House about this important legislation. ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 9 August 2001INTRODUCTION AGENTS BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (4.03 p.m.): I, too, join with other members who have spoken so farin the debate on the Introduction Agents Bill in congratulating the minister on this ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 17 May 2001TRINITY BAY HIGH SCHOOLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (11.47 p.m.): At the end of this day of long and difficult debate, I ampleased to have the opportunity to remind members present of the real grassroots ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 29 May 2001FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (2.48 p.m.): I rise to say a few words in support of the FinancialAdministration and Other Legislation Amendment Bill, ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 30 May 2001ANTI-DISCRIMINATION AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (4.20 p.m.): I am proud to rise to support the Anti-DiscriminationAmendment Bill 2001, which is before the parliament today. I am sorry that the ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 30 May 2001TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS [LIABILITY] BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (10.16 p.m.): As a local member for an area highly reliant on tourism,I am pleased to join other honourable members in supporting ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 30 May 2001MOOROOBOOL COMMUNITY, CAIRNSMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (1.12 a.m.): I would like to pay my respects to some members of theMooroobool community in Cairns by recording their earnest efforts on behalf of their ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (8.47 p.m.): I am pleased indeed to rise and support the Freedom ofInformation Amendment Bill 2001. There is no doubt, as other honourable ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 1 November 2001DUTIES BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (6.20 p.m.): I am pleased to support the Duties Bill 2001. After all, itcould not be said that in the revision of the Stamp Act 1894 the Beattie government is ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 7 November 2001MR M. J. CLELANDMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (10.28 a.m.): It is with sadness that I report to honourable membersof the House the recent passing in Cairns of Malcolm James Cleland. Mal, as he was known to ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 7 November 2001OMBUDSMAN BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (3.24 p.m.): I am pleased to support the Ombudsman Bill 2001. It isindeed time for a review of the Ombudsman's Office. In Queensland, the position of Ombudsman ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 9 November 2001HEALTH LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (2.53 p.m.): I am pleased to support the Health LegislationAmendment Bill 2001 and the amendments to the Mental Health Act 2000. There is much ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 27 November 2001CHANNEL 10 NEWS, CAIRNSMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (11.45 a.m.): In Cairns last week, we heard the sudden and shockingnews that Channel 10's local television news had been axed. In fact, the staff of ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (5.45 p.m.): I rise to support the Education (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Bill 2001. As we have heard, it has two ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 13 September 2001PROPERTY AGENTS AND MOTOR DEALERS AMENDMENT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (2.44 p.m.): I am pleased to speak in support of the Property Agentsand Motor Dealers Amendment Bill. I had spoken ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 30 October 2001CRIME AND MISCONDUCT BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (5.50 p.m.): It is 12 years since the Criminal Justice Act 1989 wasintroduced. The act arose from the reforms recommended by commissioner Tony ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 30 October 2001CAIRNSMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (11.40 a.m.): I rise this morning to inform honourable members of theHouse about the state of play in the fair city of Cairns at this time. Over the last few days, people ...
Speech byDESLEY BOYLEMEMBER FOR CAIRNSHansard 27 November 2001CONSTITUTION OF QUEENSLAND; PARLIAMENT OF QUEENSLAND BILLMs BOYLE (Cairns—ALP) (4.18 p.m.): I am pleased indeed to speak on the Constitution ofQueensland 2001 Bill and its companion bill, the ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 3 April 2001SPECIALIST HEALTH SERVICES Miss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (12.22 p.m.): While the Health Minister, WendyEdmond, engages in a brawl with specialists and doctors, it comes at a high cost for ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 4 April 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (12.42 p.m.): I pledge my support for the Crown andrespect for the Crown's representative, the Governor. I would also like to congratulate ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 4 April 2001DRUG STRATEGYMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (6.36 p.m.): I acknowledge that, across this parliament,we have bipartisan support for a crackdown on illicit drugs. I believe that there is a ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 5 April 2001GYMPIE HOSPITALMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (10.16 a.m.): While the Health Minister arrogantlycontinues to insult and attack the medical fraternity, saying that all the problems are one ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 3 May 2001TOBACCO AND OTHER SMOKING PRODUCTS (PREVENTION OF SUPPLY TO CHILDREN)AMENDMENT BILLMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (4.54 p.m.): I rise to support this legislation, which isdebated the day ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 15 May 2001FISHERIES AMENDMENT BILLMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (8.11 p.m.): There has been a pattern of contemptdeveloping in this parliament. It concerns me that tonight we have seen seven or ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 29 May 2001DRUG COURTSMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (11.57 a.m.): Not one life will be saved by the Laborgovernment's spending of millions of dollars on Beattie's footbridge, yet the death rate in ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 1 May 2001RETRACTABLE NEEDLESMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (10.24 a.m.): How many more Queenslanders have tosuffer the terror of unnecessary needle-stick injuries and potentially deadly infections ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 1 May 2001CHIROPRACTORS REGISTRATION BILLDENTAL PRACTITIONERS REGISTRATION BILLDENTAL TECHNICIANS AND DENTAL PROSTHETISTS REGISTRATION BILLHEALTH PRACTITIONERS LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMEDICAL ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 2 May 2001NAMBOUR HOSPITALMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (7.19 p.m.): I rise to talk about an issue of great concernto the Sunshine Coast and certainly to members of my electorate, and that is this ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 31 May 2001LIQUOR AMENDMENT BILLMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (12.47 p.m.): In speaking to the Liquor Amendment Bill2001, I will say at the outset that the opposition will be supporting this bill. ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 31 May 2001WINE INDUSTRY AMENDMENT BILLMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (4.38 p.m.): The coalition will be supporting the WineIndustry Amendment Bill. This legislation is important for a number of ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 19 June 2001MENTAL HEALTH ACTMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (10.25 a.m.): This government is treating the victims ofserious crimes committed by the mentally ill as second-class citizens. The new ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 20 June 2001MARYBOROUGH BASE HOSPITAL; ST STEPHEN'S PRIVATE HOSPITALMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (10.20 a.m.): Today I tabled a petition with 3,500signatures calling on the Beattie government to ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 1 November 2001GYMPIE GOLD RUSH FESTIVALMiss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (10.20 a.m.): I would like to take this opportunity tospeak about a very important event which occurs annually in the electorate of Gympie. ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 8 November 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMiss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (10.34 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of theProstitution Amendment Bill. The whole issue of prostitution is and always has been one of ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 28 November 2001APPROPRIATION BILL [No. 2]; APPROPRIATION [PARLIAMENT] BILL [No. 2]Miss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (4.33 p.m.): I rise to speak in relation to the Treasurer'sappropriation statement. There is a ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 29 November 2001GYMPIE COUNSELLING THERAPY CLINICMiss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (7.08 p.m.): This evening, I wish to take the opportunityto acknowledge the Gympie Counselling Therapy Clinic. This clinic was ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 4 December 2001GYMPIE AND DISTRICT RIDING FOR THE DISABLED ASSOCIATIONMiss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (10.16 a.m.): I would like to take this opportunity toacknowledge the incredible group of volunteers who make ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 6 December 2001GYMPIE COLLEGE OF THE COOLOOLA SUNSHINE INSTITUTE OF TAFEMiss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (6.42 p.m.): Tonight, I rise to acknowledge the GympieCollege of the Cooloola Sunshine Institute of TAFE. ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 30 May 2001ANTI-DISCRIMINATION AMENDMENT BILLMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (4.30 p.m.): Will those of us who oppose this billbecause of our concerns about its poor and vague drafting, and thus its ...
Speech byELISA ROBERTSMEMBER FOR GYMPIEHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMiss ELISA ROBERTS (Gympie—ONP) (9.35 p.m.): I rise to speak against the Freedom ofInformation Amendment Bill. Every citizen in this state should have free ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 20 March 2001ELECTION OF SPEAKERMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (11.10 a.m.): I rise to support the nomination ofElizabeth Cunningham, member for Gladstone, for Speaker. This is a woman whom I have ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 3 April 2001PRIVATE HEALTH FACILITIES ACTMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (10.27 a.m.): Cardiologists are warning of increased riskof death and heart attacks following the state Labor Health Minister's ...
Speech byMiss FIONA SIMPSONMEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDOREHansard 5 April 2001DETOXIFICATION PROGRAMS, SUNSHINE COASTMiss SIMPSON (Maroochydore—NPA) (6.51 p.m.): I wish to talk once again on the veryimportant issue of drug and alcohol abuse in our community, ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 22 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Mr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (10.39 a.m.): It is my pleasure today to speak to the 2001-02budget. I must say that some budgets do stand out for various reasons, and I suppose opinion ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 7 August 2001NEW SOUTH WALES-QUEENSLAND BORDER RIVERS AMENDMENT BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (4.13 p.m.): Australia is one of the driest continents on earth.Therefore, water is one of our most valuable resources, ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 31 July 2001GAMING MACHINE AMENDMENT BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (3.16 p.m.): I am pleased to speak on the Gaming MachineAmendment Bill 2000. This bill deals principally with gaming machines, that is, poker ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE D]Mr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (11.35 a.m.): I am pleased to rise to speak to the report ofEstimates Committee D. I had the opportunity during these estimates to ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 17 May 2001LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (4.51 p.m.): I am pleased tonight to rise to talk about the LocalGovernment and Other Legislation Amendment Bill before the ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 29 May 2001WATER INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT [BURNETT BASIN] BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (4.27 p.m.): It is my pleasure to speak today on the WaterInfrastructure Development (Burnett Basin) Bill. Obviously, water ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 30 May 2001SITTING HOURS; ORDER OF BUSINESSMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (11.50 a.m.): I endorse very strongly the comments of oppositionmembers on this motion this morning. There has been a general reduction in ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 30 May 2001RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS OFFENCES BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (12.11 a.m.): I am pleased to be able to speak on this bill tonight.Recently we have heard the word 'tricky' being used, and this certainly is ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 12 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTPrimary Industries ForecastHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.02 a.m.), by leave: Primary industries is a major ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 13 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTDairy IndustryHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.08 a.m.), by leave: The national dairy industry deregulation of ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 22 March 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (6.10 p.m.): I reaffirm my allegiance to Queen Elizabeth II and HisExcellency Governor Arnison. This debate provides a great opportunity for me to talk about ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 22 March 2001FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASEMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (6.30 p.m.): We must ask ourselves, 'What is the worst thing thatcould have happened that affects regional and rural Australia?' Somebody said, 'The ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 7 August 2001CONDAMINE-BALONNE WAMPMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (10.20 a.m.): Last week in the House the Minister for NaturalResources stated that there were no adverse findings by the Land Court in respect of the ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 7 August 2001DROUGHT ASSISTANCEMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (7.19 p.m.): I rise in support of comments made by the shadowminister for the Department of Primary Industries about drought assistance, as severe ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 9 August 2001DROUGHT ASSISTANCEMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (5.55 p.m.): The government's attitude to drought assistanceneeds to be clarified. The Minister for Primary Industries has been blaming Canberra for a lack ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 13 September 2001VALUERS REGISTRATION AMENDMENT BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (5.45 p.m.): It is my pleasure to be here today to speak to this bill.The National Party opposition will be supporting this bill, which ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 16 October 2001MINISTER FOR PRIMARY INDUSTRIES AND RURAL COMMUNITIES, DROUGHT ASSISTANCE Mr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (12.20 p.m.): The recent mistakes and innuendo from the Ministerfor Primary Industries and Rural ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 31 May 2001RACING AND BETTING AMENDMENT BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (6.20 p.m.): I am pleased to speak to the Racing and BettingAmendment Bill 2001. The National Party opposition will be supporting the objectives ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 20 June 2001LANG PARKMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (6.31 p.m.): This is one of the most serious breaches of executiveauthority that we have seen for a long, long time.Mr Purcell interjected.Mr HOBBS: The member may ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 20 June 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (9.02 p.m.): I am pleased to be able to speak in the debate on theProstitution Amendment Bill, introduced by the opposition. The member for Toowoomba ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 6 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTBlack SigatokaHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.04 a.m.), by leave: In April this year the fungal leaf disease in ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 11 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTPork IndustryHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.04 a.m.), by leave: Three and a half years ago the Australian ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 11 December 2001AGRICULTURAL AND VETERINARY CHEMICALS [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(3.47 p.m.), in reply: At the outset, ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 8 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTRed Banded Mango Caterpillar, Cape York PeninsulaHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.09 a.m.), by leave: I would ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 27 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTRainfall and StormsHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.10 a.m.), by leave: The recent rain has been very welcome, ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 27 November 2001AGRICULTURAL AND VETERINARY CHEMICALS (QUEENSLAND) AMENDMENT BILLHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities) (12.57 p.m.): I move—That the bill be ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 29 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTQueensland Turfgrass FoundationHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.12 a.m.), by leave: Mr Speaker—Opposition ...
Speech byHon. HENRY PALASZCZUKMEMBER FOR INALAHansard 5 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTPositive Rural Futures ConferenceHon. H. PALASZCZUK (Inala—ALP) (Minister for Primary Industries and Rural Communities)(10.18 a.m.), by leave: I can announce today that ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 3 April 2001CONDAMINE-BALONNE WAMPMr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (12.02 p.m.): Today I would like to talk about the Condamine-Balonne water allocation and management plan and the ongoing problems it seems to have ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 5 April 2001NATURE CONSERVATION [FOREST RESERVES] REGULATION 2000Mr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (5.16 p.m.): I second the disallowance motion moved by themember for Keppel, and I do so with a heavy heart; because there ...
Speech byHOWARD HOBBSMEMBER FOR WARREGOHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE G]Mr HOBBS (Warrego—NPA) (4.48 p.m.): I am pleased to be able to speak to the report ofEstimates Committee G. I refer first to the issue of Rural ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 20 June 2001STATE DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (2.53 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the State Development andOther Legislation Amendment Bill. First, I wish to ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Mr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (3.21 p.m.): When I look at what this year's budget delivers for theelectorate of Fitzroy, I have to first acknowledge that the budget is for the benefit of ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 7 August 2001BHP COAL PTY LTD ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (11.41 a.m.): I rise today to bring to the attention of the House thelatest attack on permanent jobs of mineworkers by BHP Coal at seven ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 9 August 2001QUEENSLAND RURAL COUNCILMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (5.58 p.m.): I look forward to my continued involvement as amember of the Queensland Rural Council, recently announced by Primary Industries Minister ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 29 November 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AMENDMENT BILLMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (2.55 p.m.): I support the bill, and in doing so I make no apology formy support of legislation which ensures that Queensland workers ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 29 November 2001TELSTRA; SAFETY SWITCHESMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (7.00 p.m.): I have two matters that I wish to raise. The first issueshould be of concern to all mobile phone users who have Telstra accounts. ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 4 December 2001RACING AND BETTING AMENDMENT BILL [No. 2]Mr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (2.54 p.m.): It is a pleasure to join this debate today. Firstly, theQueensland thoroughbred racing industry should be about ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 5 December 2001AUSTRALIA POST MAIL CONTRACTORSMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (7.34 p.m.): I rise to speak on a matter that is likely to have asignificant impact on small non-profit community and charity groups ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 3 April 2001IPSWICH FESTIVALMrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (7.13 p.m.): Ipswich has been a hive of activity over the lastcouple of weeks with the Ipswich Festival. The festivities started last Friday evening with ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 2 May 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (12.19 p.m.): It is with pleasure that I rise to talk to theIndustrial Relations and Another Act Amendment Bill 2001, ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 3 May 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (3.25 p.m.): It is great to be back here representing the peopleof Bundamba. Although I was only elected at the by-election last year, I have put my heart ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 30 May 2001DAYLIGHT SAVINGMrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (6.22 p.m.): Many members of this House are aware that inprevious years I was a Queensland public servant proudly serving the government. I provided support ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 2 May 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (11.53 a.m.): In joining the debate on this bill today I would liketo say that, firstly, the Liberal Party supports the ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 3 May 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (4.23 p.m.): I thank the constituents of Caloundra for againreturning me to this parliament. It is an honour to be in a place such as this to represent ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 3 May 2001WOMEN AND FEDERATIONMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (7.09 p.m.): Tonight, I wish to speak about women andFederation. It is the year of Federation, but so far we have heard only about men in Federation. ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 15 May 2001FISHERIES AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (8.14 p.m.): I have already taken part in the debate on this billtoday. This issue affects some of my constituents. The essence of the bill is ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 16 May 2001ARTS QUEENSLAND; MR K. RADBOURNEMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.19 a.m.): I would like to congratulate the Minister for theArts, Matt Foley, on adopting my policy at the last election for making ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Mrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (11.56 p.m.): This is a budget for the true believers. It is abudget that the people of Bundamba are very pleased with because it delivers on all Labor's ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (3.17 p.m.): The consultation process resulting in theEducation (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Bill began in ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 8 November 2001EMERGENCY SERVICES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (5.48 p.m.): I am pleased to support this bill amending theemergency services legislation. On 16 October my colleague the ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 27 November 2001KIDZ KAFE, REDBANK STATE SCHOOL Mrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (1.06 a.m.): Last week I had the honour of opening the KidzKafe at Redbank State School. The cafe was an initiative of last year's grade ...
Speech byJO-ANN MILLERMEMBER FOR BUNDAMBAHansard 11 December 2001LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILL [No. 2]Mrs MILLER (Bundamba—ALP) (5.01 p.m.): I rise in support of the Local Government andOther Legislation Amendment Bill (No. 2), ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 31 July 2001HEALTH SERVICESMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (11.50 a.m.): On a number of occasions in this House I haveraised the poverty of funding going into health care in Queensland from the state Labor ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 1 August 2001MEDICAL AIDS SUBSIDY SCHEMEMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.21 a.m.): I wish to raise an issue about the Medical AidsSubsidy Scheme and how it is underfunded by this state government. In ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 7 August 2001BREAST CANCER AWARENESS WEEKMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (11.51 a.m.): Today I would like to bring to the attention of theHouse Breast Cancer Awareness Week, which begins on 1 September this year. ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 8 August 2001STANDING RULES AND ORDERSMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (12.18 p.m.): As a member of the Members' Ethics andParliamentary Privileges Committee during both this term and last term, I certainly will ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 29 May 2001SUNSHINE COAST, HOSPITAL WAITING LISTSMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.25 a.m.): I draw the attention of the House to the appallingstate of waiting lists at the Nambour General Hospital and the ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 30 May 2001SITTING HOURS; ORDER OF BUSINESSMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (12.13 p.m.): I do not intend to go over issues that havealready been raised, but before and during the last election campaign the ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 30 May 2001ANTI-DISCRIMINATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (2.34 p.m.): I rise in support of the Anti-DiscriminationAmendment Bill. I support anything that protects the rights of people who are ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 30 May 2001DAYLIGHT SAVINGMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (6.07 p.m.): I rise to second the motion that the Queenslandgovernment commission an independent report to assess the social and economic consequences ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 30 October 2001SUBCONTRACTORS Mrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (7.13 p.m.): Tonight I wish to raise in the House an issue ofconsiderable concern in my electorate and on the Sunshine Coast. On Friday, 5 October a ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.06 p.m.): I would like to contribute to this debate on theFreedom of Information Amendment Bill, but I really think that it ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 1 November 2001BETTY BYRNE HENDERSON CENTREMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.28 a.m.): Today I would like to speak about the BettyByrne Henderson Centre, which is affiliated with the University of Queensland ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 17 May 2001CODE OF ETHICAL STANDARDS FOR MEMBERSStatement of Fundamental PrinciplesMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (12.02 p.m.): On rising today to speak to this motion to adoptthe fundamental ethical principles, ...
Speech byMr JIM PEARCEMEMBER FOR FITZROYHansard 31 May 2001SPORTING CLUBS, PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCEMr PEARCE (Fitzroy—ALP) (7.14 p.m.): As I move around rural and regional Queensland, it isnot uncommon to hear that sporting clubs or community groups have to ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE E]Hon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (2.40 p.m.): It is my pleasure to speak to the report ofEstimates Committee E. I hope to use this opportunity to ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 8 August 2001FORESTRY AND LAND TITLE AMENDMENT BILLHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (3.55 p.m.): It is a pleasure to rise to speak to theForestry and Land Title Amendment Bill 2001. Under this bill there ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 9 August 2001INTRODUCTION AGENTS BILLHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (4.46 p.m.): It is a pleasure to rise in the parliament tospeak to this bill. The aim of the bill is to provide protection for ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 13 September 2001VALUERS REGISTRATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (6.07 p.m.): In supporting the Valuers RegistrationAmendment Bill I think we need to go back to the second reading ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 4 December 2001NATURAL RESOURCES AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (5.43 p.m.): I am pleased to see that the opposition issupporting this bill today. The proposed ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 4 December 2001BURPENGARY YOUTH PROJECTHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (7.16 p.m.): It is always a pleasure to hear of the workof volunteers. Tonight I want to recognise the hard work of volunteers ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 11 December 2001AGRICULTURAL AND VETERINARY CHEMICALS [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLMr HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (3.32 p.m.): This afternoon I rise in the parliament to speak onthe Agricultural and Veterinary ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 5 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (4.25 p.m.): It is with immense joy and pride that I speakfor the first time in this House. At the outset, may I add to the congratulatory sentiments ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 1 May 2001UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN QUEENSLANDMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (12.10 p.m.): I wish to raise the valuable contribution ofthe Darling Downs' own university, situated in Toowoomba, the USQ, ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 1 May 2001CHIROPRACTORS REGISTRATION BILLDENTAL PRACTITIONERS REGISTRATION BILLDENTAL TECHNICIANS AND DENTAL PROSTHETISTS REGISTRATION BILLHEALTH PRACTITIONERS LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMEDICAL ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 2 May 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (11.49 a.m.): I am pleased to speak in support of theIndustrial Relations and Another Act Amendment Bill 2001. ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 2 May 2001VEGETATION MANAGEMENTHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (6.19 p.m.): It is a pleasure to second the amendmentthat has been moved by the minister tonight. This is an important amendment because it ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 3 May 2001ROAD WORKERS; ROAD RAGE Hon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (7.24 p.m.): I take this opportunity to rise in theparliament tonight to highlight the risks to road workers from road rage, driver abuse ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Hon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (6.36 p.m.): It gives me great pleasure to rise in thisdebate to speak in support of the budget. It is a budget which brings real results for ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 21 June 2001FERAL ANIMALSHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (12.18 a.m.): I rise in this parliament to raise the issueof feral animals and the impact that they are having on native animals, including bird ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 31 July 2001BANK BRANCH CLOSURESHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (12.16 p.m.): Recently in my electorate of Kallangurthere have been a number of bank closures. The Westpac bank at Kallangur has closed, as ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 3 May 2001TOOWOOMBA POLICE STATIONMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (10.20 a.m.): I wish to raise my concerns about thepressing need for the construction of a new and adequate police station in Toowoomba. ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 3 May 2001TOBACCO AND OTHER SMOKING PRODUCTS [PREVENTION OF SUPPLY TO CHILDREN]AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (6.14 p.m.): In rising to speak on this bill I firstlycongratulate the minister ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 16 May 2001ELECTORAL AND OTHER ACTS AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (3.53 p.m.): I rise to speak in this debate on the appealprovisions of the Electoral and Other Acts Amendment Bill which ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 29 May 2001CRIME PREVENTIONMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (11.40 a.m.): It is with a measure of excitement that I wishto inform the House of the existence within state schools in my electorate of a most ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 17 October 2001WATER RESOURCESHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (6.26 p.m.): It is a pleasure to speak in this debatetonight against the motion moved and in favour of the amendment moved by the minister. ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 17 October 2001ELECTORAL [TRAVELLERS' ADVANCE VOTES] AMENDMENT BILLHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (9.43 p.m.): Tonight I take the opportunity—and I havespoken to the member for Nicklin about this—to ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 7 November 2001WATER AMENDMENT BILLHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (9.55 p.m.): As we move into the new millennium, oneof the most crucial policy areas facing governments is planning for an allocation ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 30 May 2001ANTI-DISCRIMINATION AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (4.36 p.m.): At the outset, might I say that in relationparticularly to my colleagues on the downs, the member for Cunningham and ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 30 May 2001TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (9.25 p.m.): I rise to speak to the Transport Infrastructureand Another Act Amendment Bill. The introduction ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 30 May 2001TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS [LIABILITY] BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (10.26 p.m.): The Traveller Accommodation Providers(Liability) Bill seeks to rectify a glaring gap existing in ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 19 June 2001FIBRE REINFORCED COMPOSITESMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (11.40 a.m.): This morning it was indeed uplifting to hearthe Premier relate to the house the magnificent news concerning the magnesium ...
Speech byHon. KEN HAYWARDMEMBER FOR KALLANGURHansard 7 November 2001NEAR NORTH HOUSING SERVICEHon. K. W. HAYWARD (Kallangur—ALP) (2.20 a.m.): It is my pleasure to rise in the parliamentthis morning to speak about the Near North Housing Service which has ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (3.51 p.m.): At the outset, I indicate in the strongestpossible terms that the opposition will be completely ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION; SECRET STATEMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (6.24 p.m.): On 13 July last year, this governmentwas embarrassed by a leaked memo. That memo revealed this ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 7 November 2001AMENDMENTS TO BILLSMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (6.20 p.m.): The opposition will be supporting theintent of the motion and also the amendment moved by the government. The original ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 7 November 2001WATER AMENDMENT BILLMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (11.06 p.m.): In rising to speak on the WaterAmendment Bill, I join with other speakers from this side of the parliament in ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 22 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Dr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (3.26 p.m.): The 2001-02 budget handed down byTreasurer and Deputy Premier Terry Mackenroth this week has kept faith with the ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 7 August 2001CENTRES OF EXCELLENCEDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (10.18 a.m.): Last month I had great pleasure inannouncing on behalf of Education Minister, Anna Bligh, the location of the eight ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 7 August 2001FORESTRY AND LAND TITLE AMENDMENT BILLDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (6.43 p.m.): The Forestry and Land Title AmendmentBill amends the Forestry Act 1959 and the Land Title Act 1994 to ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 3 April 2001REDLYNCHDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (7.18 p.m.): When the State electoral boundaries werechanged in 1999, the Redlynch district came into the Barron River electorate or, I should say, ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 2 May 2001RITA MILLS Dr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (10.27 a.m.): Last Saturday I was privileged to be aguest speaker at the launch of Rita Mills' latest CD album Mata Nice, which translates as ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 3 May 2001ADDRESS IN REPLY Dr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (3.06 p.m.): It is with great pleasure and pride that Itake my place in this House again as part of the 50th Parliament and the second Beattie ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 15 May 2001MARLIN COAST ELECTRICITY SUPPLYDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (10.15 a.m.): Reliability of power supply is one of thoseabsolutely essential services demanded by society today. Power ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 7 November 2001AUSTRALIAN TROPICAL RAINFOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTEDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (2.26 a.m.): The effect of the terrorist attacks on theUS and the collapse of Ansett Airlines on the ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 5 December 2001COASTAL PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (12.31 p.m.): Demographer, Bernard Salt, predictedthe rise of the third Australian ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 6 December 2001YOUNG ACHIEVER OF THE YEAR AWARDSDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (10.21 a.m.): Last Friday night I had the pleasure andprivilege of representing the Premier to announce the Young ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 11 December 2001CO-OPERATIVE SCHEMES (ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS) BILLMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (12.50 p.m.): At the outset, I indicate that theopposition will be supporting the Co-operative ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 11 December 2001LAND SALES AMENDMENT BILLMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (9.04 p.m.): At the outset, I indicate to theparliament that the opposition will be supporting the Land Sales Amendment ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 11 December 2001PUBLIC TRANSPORT, TEXASMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (9.45 p.m.): I often sit here listening with interest tothe honourable member for Mansfield speaking about travelling on the ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 12 December 2001CENSURE OF MINISTER FOR HEALTHMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (6.36 p.m.): This is a week of records. We are sittingin this House probably a day beyond where we have to sit because ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 13 December 2001AMNESTY INTERNATIONALTake a Step to Stamp Out Torture CampaignMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (3.35 p.m.): I rise to second the motion moved bythe Minister for Environment. ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 3 April 2001TECHNOLOGY PARKSDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (10.29 a.m.): Members of the last parliament will recallmy advocacy for a technology or research park to be established on state land ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 30 October 2001CRIME AND MISCONDUCT BILLDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (4.34 p.m.): It has been said that the Crime andMisconduct Bill 2001 will usher in a new era of public integrity and law ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 16 October 2001TOURISM INDUSTRY, CAIRNSDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (11.55 a.m.): The terrorist attacks in the US and thesubsequent impact on international air travel is having serious economic ...
Speech byDr LESLEY CLARKMEMBER FOR BARRON RIVERHansard 17 October 2001WATER RESOURCESDr LESLEY CLARK (Barron River—ALP) (6.36 p.m.): The member for Tablelands has painted apicture of the Beattie government as dictatorial and uncaring with respect to the ...
Speech byMr L. SPRINGBORGMEMBER FOR SOUTHERN DOWNSHansard 7 November 2001TEXAS HOSPITAL; CUNNINGHAM HIGHWAYMr SPRINGBORG (Southern Downs—NPA) (2.23 a.m.): Tonight I wish to address two issues inmy electorate. The first is the situation at the Texas Hospital ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 4 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (3.26 p.m.): Mr Deputy Speaker, before I launch into my firstspeech, there are two matters for me to address. Firstly, at the risk of merely echoing the words ofthose ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 2 May 2001YOUTH DISCIPLINEMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (7.13 p.m.): I speak in connection with youth discipline. Today wehave developed a significant youth subculture which in itself represents a significant threat to ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 15 May 2001COMPUTERSMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (10.25 a.m.): There are those who have been dragged into the 21stcentury by the absolute need to come to grips with modern technology and become part of thePremier's much ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 16 May 2001QUEENSLAND ARCHIVESMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (7.08 p.m.): I recently attended a meeting at the National Archivesat Cannon Hill. That meeting was attended by concerned groups and individuals who gathered ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 17 May 2001DOMESTIC VIOLENCEMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (11.39 p.m.): There is no originality in an address in this House ondomestic violence. It has been done to a crisp, but quite properly those addresses will ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 29 May 2001JUVENILE OFFENDERSMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (11.50 a.m.): I raise the issue of the drive to name juvenileoffenders publicly, because it is a matter of growing public concern and importance. We should all ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 5 April 2001NURSINGMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (7.06 p.m.): I rise to inform the House of the great benefits ofmodern university based nurse training. The profession of nursing has a long and proud history, ahistory in ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 1 May 2001CHIROPRACTORS REGISTRATION BILLDENTAL PRACTITIONERS REGISTRATION BILLDENTAL TECHNICIANS AND DENTAL PROSTHETISTS REGISTRATION BILLHEALTH PRACTITIONERS LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMEDICAL PRACTITIONERS ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 3 May 2001TOBACCO AND OTHER SMOKING PRODUCTS [PREVENTION OF SUPPLY TO CHILDREN]AMENDMENT BILLMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (5.23 p.m.): It is a great privilege for me to rise in this House to speakto and support the ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 16 May 2001PUBLIC TRANSPORTMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (10.17 a.m.): I caught the train to parliament today, as I did the lastparliamentary sitting, and as I intend to at least once every sitting week in the future, ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 20 June 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (9.33 p.m.): At the outset, let me say that this is yet anotherpathetic attempt by the member for Toowoomba South at headline grabbing. The ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 22 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Ms MALE (Glass House—ALP) (3.35 p.m.): It is my great pleasure to speak about this year'sstate budget and I congratulate the Treasurer on delivering a strong, sensible budget. ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 1 August 2001NATIONAL PARKSMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (6.26 p.m.): I rise to second the amendment to the motionmoved by the honourable member for Kurwongbah. The South-East Queensland Forest Agreementhas ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 9 November 2001HEALTH LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (3.12 p.m.): I rise in support of the Health Legislation AmendmentBill 2001. This bill further highlights the government's commitment to the ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 29 November 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AMENDMENT BILLMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (4.36 p.m.): I rise in support of the Industrial Relations AmendmentBill 2001. This Labor government is working hard and producing results ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 4 December 2001SPECTRUM; PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN OUR COMMUNITYMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (7.04 p.m.): It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Abook of pictures, full of images of some very special ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 5 December 2001ROYAL BRISBANE HOSPITAL, BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT UNITMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (10.28 a.m.): I refuse to remain silent one minute longer whilst I amwitness to the actions of an opposition hell-bent on ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 6 December 2001GUARDIANSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION AND OTHER ACTS AMENDMENT BILLMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (12.44 p.m.): I rise in support of the Guardianship and Administrationand Other Acts Amendment Bill 2001 relating to ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 8 August 2001GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY MEALS ON WHEELS ASSOCIATIONMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (7.09 p.m.): I would like to inform the House of some fantasticwork that is being undertaken by a very dedicated group of ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 9 August 2001CONSUMER CREDIT [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (2.30 p.m.): I rise in support of the Consumer Credit(Queensland) Amendment Bill 2001 and commend the minister for being the ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 9 August 2001INTRODUCTION AGENTS BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (5.17 p.m.): I rise in support of the Introduction Agents Bill.During this debate many members have spoken about the dreadful experiences of a ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 11 September 2001CRYSTAL WATERS PERMACULTURE VILLAGEMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (6.52 p.m.): I rise to talk about a fantastic milestone that hasoccurred at the Crystal Waters Permaculture Village, a tiny area ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 16 October 2001PRIMARY INDUSTRIES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (5.08 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the Primary IndustriesLegislation Amendment Bill 2001. This particular piece of ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 17 October 2001ANIMAL CARE AND PROTECTION BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (4.37 p.m.): It is a great pleasure and honour to rise and speakin support of this very detailed and important piece of legislation. To ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (6.02 p.m.): I rise to support this bill, the Education (Accreditation ofNon-State Schools) Bill. There should be no doubt ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 13 September 2001TERRORISM, UNITED STATES; ASPLEY STATE SCHOOL SPEECH NIGHTMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (6.58 p.m.): The last 48 hours have personally been a roller-coasterof emotion for me, from the disbelief of ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 17 October 2001STEADY STEPS FALL PREVENTION PROGRAMMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (10.52 p.m.): For some people their homes are not their castles butrather can be a bit like a prison—a prison created by their inability to ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 31 October 2001VIOLENCE AGAINST NURSESMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (10.20 a.m.): The first step in eliminating violence in our workplacesis to accept that we should not tolerate it under any circumstance. Simply put, ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 18 October 2001GENE TECHNOLOGY BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (6.22 p.m.): I rise to speak to the Gene Technology Bill 2001.Firstly, I would like to say that the Queensland government is committed to ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 30 October 2001CRIME AND MISCONDUCT BILLMs MALE (Glass House—ALP) (5.20 p.m.): Today I rise in support of this historic and timely bill.In the past 12 years of Queensland's history, there is probably no ...
Speech byCAROLYN MALEMEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSEHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE G]Ms MALE (Glass House—ALP) (4.43 p.m.): In rising to speak in this debate I place on therecord what an honour it was to take part in my first estimates ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 7 November 2001AMENDMENTS TO BILLSMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (6.31 p.m.): I rise to support the amendment moved by the Premierand seconded by the Minister for Education. The Scrutiny of Legislation Committee provides a ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 1 November 2001DUTIES BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (6.28 p.m.): I rise to speak to the Duties Bill 2001. As othermembers have said already, this is a major piece of legislation that has taken some while to get ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 28 November 2001MOTOR ACCIDENT INSURANCE AMENDMENT BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (12.38 p.m.): I rise to speak on the Motor Accident InsuranceAmendment Bill 2001. As the Treasurer indicated in his second reading ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 5 December 2001FOUR-YEAR PARLIAMENTARY TERMSDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (6.45 p.m.): Tonight the Leader of the Liberal Party moved a veryreasonable motion. It was a motion which said that the Premier promised ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 13 December 2001VALEDICTORYDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (4.36 p.m.): I would like to say one or two words. I am not going totry to repeat what the Premier and the Leader of the Opposition have said, but I would ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 31 May 2001ELECTRONIC TRANSACTIONS (QUEENSLAND) BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (6.56 p.m.): It gives me pleasure to rise to support the bill before theHouse. After all, e-commerce is one of the growing areas of ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 31 May 2001RAAF 80TH ANNIVERSARY Dr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (7.23 p.m.): I am sure the member for Bulimba would have been anactive participant in that kind of activity and also would have done it in style. I rise ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Dr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (4.38 p.m.): I have listened with interest to the superlatives that havebeen heaped on the Treasurer and his first budget. I must admit that my own ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 31 July 2001GAMING MACHINE AMENDMENT BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (4.00 p.m.): It gives me pleasure to enter the debate on the GamingMachine Amendment Bill 2001. There are two elements of this bill, each of ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 3 April 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTNational Parks Master PlanHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (10.12 a.m.), by leave: TheNational Parks Master Plan is currently being prepared for all ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 4 April 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTMount Isa Mines Limited Panel Assessment StudyHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (10.00 a.m.), by leave: Thepanel assessment study into the management of ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 5 April 2001NATURE CONSERVATION [FOREST RESERVES] REGULATION 2000Hon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (6.17 p.m.): I begin bythanking the members for Kawana, Glass House, Noosa and ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 1 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTDingoes, Fraser IslandHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (9.56 a.m.), by leave: I join withthe Premier, as I am sure do all honourable members, in ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 2 May 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (12.38 p.m.): I rise to speak very briefly on the Industrial Relationsand Another Act Amendment Bill, and I will mainly talk ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 15 May 2001FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (3.27 p.m.): I rise to contribute briefly to the debate on the FirstHome Owner Grant and Other Legislation ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 29 May 2001BROOKFIELD SHOW; FIRE ANTSDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (Leader of the Liberal Party) (12.07 p.m.): On 18, 19 and 20 May avery important annual event was held in my electorate, namely, the Brookfield ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 29 May 2001FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (2.53 p.m.): I congratulate the government on bringing forward thisFinancial Administration and Other Legislation ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 30 May 2001DAYLIGHT SAVINGDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (Leader of the Liberal Party) (6.31 p.m.): What we have seen fromthe government tonight is an exercise in obfuscation. In this parliament the majority of ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 1 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS—ESTIMATES COMMITTEE ADr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (4.00 p.m.): It gives me pleasure to enter into the debate onEstimates Committee A. In doing so, first of all I thank the members ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 8 August 2001WORKCOVER, INVESTIGATION SERVICESDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (7.06 p.m.): WorkCover has traditionally managed Queensland'sworkers compensation claims and employed external local loss adjusters, which ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 11 September 2001YEAR OF THE VOLUNTEER, MEDALLIONS AND CERTIFICATESDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (6.48 p.m.): At the end of April this year, the Minister for Familieswrote to all members of this parliament regarding ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 16 October 2001TAXATION REFORMDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (12.10 p.m.): I rise to speak about Labor's duplicity and cynicalopportunism when it comes to the issue of taxation reform in this country. Members might ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 17 October 2001TRAFFIC, MOGGILL ROADDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (10.55 p.m.): On 5 April this year I reported to parliament that I helda community meeting last year at which about 150 to 200 people turned up, ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 31 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTGladstone Region Sustainable Schools ProjectHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (9.50 a.m.), by leave: TheMinister for Education, the Minister for Public ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 20 June 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTUniversal AbrasivesHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (10.05 a.m.), by leave: Alandmark court decision was secured by the Environmental Protection Agency ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 21 June 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTDingoes, Fraser IslandHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (10.06 a.m.), by leave:Following the tragic and fatal dingo attack on a nine year old boy on ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 1 August 2001NATIONAL PARKSHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (6.54 p.m.): In moving thismotion, the honourable member for Maryborough invoked the spirit of the pioneers. As he spoke, ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 2 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTDingoes, Fraser IslandHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (9.58 a.m.), by leave: As Iinformed the House yesterday, work has begun to determine the risk to ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 16 May 2001DINGOES, FRASER ISLANDHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (6.45 p.m.): The opposition isplaying the blame game. Till now I have refused to play that game. It would have been ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 29 May 2001ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (12.53 p.m.): I move—That the bill be now read a second time.I rise to speak to the ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 30 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTEnvironmental Protection AgencyHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (10.08 a.m.), by leave: In thefirst 100 days of the second Beattie Labor government my ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 30 May 2001ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (8.43 p.m.), in reply: I thankhonourable members who have participated in the debate. I ...
Speech byHon. D. WELLSMEMBER FOR MURRUMBAHansard 22 March 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTBilbiesHon. D. M. WELLS (Murrumba—ALP) (Minister for Environment) (3.01 p.m.), by leave: MrSpeaker, may I begin by congratulating you on your elevation to your high office. May ...
Speech byDr DAVID WATSONMEMBER FOR MOGGILLHansard 31 July 2001BEIJING OLYMPIC GAMESDr WATSON (Moggill—Lib) (6.47 p.m.): On the weekend of 14 July, at 2 a.m. Australian easternstandard time, Beijing was awarded the 2008 Olympic Games. This represents a great ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Mrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (3.23 p.m.): In replying to this budget, I first congratulate theTreasurer on handling such a huge responsibility—and a huge financial responsibility—in ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 31 July 2001DETENTION CENTRESMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (12.11 p.m.): With the current consideration of locating a detentioncentre in Queensland, I seek leave to table a document from the Western Australian ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 1 August 2001SCHOOL BUSES Mrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (7.12 p.m.): The Queensland government has officially cancelledits bus run to Mount Mee State Primary School, which serviced families living in the ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE D]Mrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (12.17 p.m.): I congratulate the Emergency Services Minister onthe project titled 'Economic costs of disasters in regional ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 15 May 2001BURKE AND WILLS; DI ZISCHKEMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (12.18 p.m.): It took Burke and Wills six months to reach the Gulfof Carpentaria. Di Zischke and her camels hope to take four months including the ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 17 May 2001LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (5.23 p.m.): I rise to speak to this Local Government and OtherLegislation Amendment Bill. In so doing, I remember very ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 17 May 2001CENTENARY OF FEDERATION CELEBRATIONSMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (11.28 p.m.): Before I begin my speech in this adjournmentdebate, and in the interests of the fairness that I hope this parliament ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 19 June 2001STUART VALLEY RIDING SCHOOL; MANAR TOURIST PARK; COOMINYAMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (11.50 a.m.): After 18 years of teaching children around Kingaroyhow to ride horses, the Stuart Valley Riding School ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 20 June 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILL Mrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (8.51 p.m.): I gives me great pleasure to rise in support of theProstitution Amendment Bill, which was introduced into the House by the Leader of ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 2 August 2001SIR DAVID LONGLAND CORRECTIONAL CENTREMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (5.30 p.m.): I am extremely concerned that the management at SirDavid Longland Correctional Centre have taken away sleep-over facilities ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 8 August 2001BLOOD DONORSMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (7.18 p.m.): Blood donors are a valuable resource in ourcommunities, yet in very many small towns throughout Queensland the ability to drop into a blood bankand ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 11 September 2001LAND SLIPS, BLACKBUTT RANGE Mrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (7.06 p.m.): The Blackbutt Range section of the D'Aguilar Highwayhas been a bone of contention since I was elected to parliament in 1998. ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 13 September 2001PROPERTY AGENTS AND MOTOR DEALERS AMENDMENT BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (4.49 p.m.): Most people who have participated in debate on theProperty Agents and Motor Dealers Amendment Bill have ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 13 September 2001VALUERS REGISTRATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (6.30 p.m.): Once again national competition policy has rearedwhat most rural people call its ugly head. Those who will be affected by ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 17 October 2001ANIMAL CARE AND PROTECTION BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (4.14 p.m.): Having read this Animal Care and Protection Bill, I canonly conclude that it would be our philosophical view as to where we fit ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 18 October 2001WORKCOVER QUEENSLAND AMENDMENT BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (4.46 p.m.): The main purpose of any workers compensation— notjust in Queensland but throughout Australia—is to protect workers when they ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 18 October 2001ESK STREETSCAPEMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (7.29 p.m.): I table 404 letters of protest and one letter ofcongratulations to the Esk Shire Council. I have had several letters of complaint on this issue ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 30 October 2001COMPUTERS IN SCHOOLS; SAMEWAY MILKMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (11.50 a.m.): An incident whereby a school dumped old computersin the rubbish has inspired a group of volunteers to come together to try ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (10.50 p.m.): I became a member of this House in 1998. Sincethen I have sat in this chamber and listened to the Premier and other ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 8 November 2001EMERGENCY SERVICES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (4.54 p.m.): As the minister acknowledged yesterday, I do feel verystrongly about any issue which concerns our emergency ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 31 October 2001HOSPITAL WAITING LISTSMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (11.00 p.m.): Long waiting lists to see a doctor, to receive anoperation in hospital or to seek dental attention are just a case of there not being ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 7 November 2001TAROMEO RURAL FIRE BRIGADEMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (10.26 a.m.): Leaving rural residents, their property and 184,000hectares unprotected has become a major concern of the Taromeo Rural Fire ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE E]Mrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (2.45 p.m.): I congratulate the Minister, Mr Robertson, and thegovernment on combining the state's major natural resources under ...
Speech byMrs D. PRATTMEMBER FOR BARAMBAHHansard 16 October 2001MAIDENWELL RURAL FIRE BRIGADEMrs PRATT (Nanango—Ind) (11.50 a.m.): I wish to draw to the attention of the parliament theplight of one group of volunteers throughout Queensland, and that is the ...
Speech byGEOFF WILSONMEMBER FOR FERNY GROVEHansard 6 December 2001PENALTIES AND SENTENCES [NON-CONTACT ORDERS] AMENDMENT BILLMr WILSON (Ferny Grove—ALP) (11.58 a.m.): It is my pleasure to support the bill. This is one ofa raft of initiatives that have been ...
Speech byGORDON NUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 22 March 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (2.52 p.m.): I move—That the bill be now read a second time.It gives me ...
Speech byGORDON NUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 4 April 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTElectrical SafetyHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.14 a.m.), by leave:As minister for the newly created Department of Industrial ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 2 May 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (12.47 p.m.), in reply: Iknow it is the role of the opposition to ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 3 May 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (3.43 p.m.): In rising tospeak today in the Address in Reply debate, can I first offer my congratulations to ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 1 November 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AMENDMENT BILLHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (11.41 a.m.): I move—That the bill be now read a second time.It gives me great ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 8 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTElection CommitmentsHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.16 a.m.), by leave:The Department of Industrial Relations is responsible ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 27 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTDiving IndustryHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.21 a.m.), by leave:It is very fortuitous that those students are from my ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 28 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWorkplace Health and SafetyHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.10 a.m.), by leave:The Division of Workplace Health and Safety in ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 18 October 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWorkCoverHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.15 a.m.), by leave:I am pleased to report that WorkCover Queensland has had yet ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 18 October 2001WORKCOVER QUEENSLAND AMENDMENT BILLHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (4.51 p.m.), in reply:Firstly, I thank all honourable members for their contributions ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 31 October 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTIndustrial Relations ActHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.09 a.m.), by leave:A new report prepared by the Department of ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 1 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWorkplace Health and Safety WeekHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.11 a.m.), by leave:Last week was the Beattie Labor government's ...
Speech byGEOFF WILSONMEMBER FOR FERNY GROVEHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMr WILSON (Ferny Grove—ALP) (10.30 p.m.): I am very pleased to speak in support of theFreedom of Information Amendment Bill 2001. I have had a keen ...
Speech byGEOFF WILSONMEMBER FOR FERNY GROVEHansard 31 October 2001SAMFORD ROAD, FERNY GROVEMr WILSON (Ferny Grove—ALP) (11.02 p.m.): I wish to bring a very serious problem to theattention of the House. The intersection of three roads, Samford Road, Ferny Way ...
Speech byGEOFF WILSONMEMBER FOR FERNY GROVEHansard 27 November 2001TRANSPORT LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr WILSON (Ferny Grove—ALP) (9.07 p.m.): It is my great pleasure to speak in support of theTransport Legislation Amendment Bill 2001 and the initiatives ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 8 August 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTSugar Industry, Workplace Health and Safety Hon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.14 a.m.), by leave:I rise to inform the House of the ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 9 August 2001WORKCOVER QUEENSLAND AMENDMENT BILLHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (3.12 p.m.): I move—That the bill be now read a second time.When the Labor government ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 11 September 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWorkCoverHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.20 a.m.), by leave:WorkCover Queensland is the only fully solvent workers ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 17 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWorking Hours ReportHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.10 a.m.), by leave:I rise to inform the House of the findings of a recent ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 19 June 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTElectrical SafetyHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.08 a.m.), by leave:I rise on a matter of urgency regarding electrical safety in ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 21 June 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTIndustrial RelationsHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.18 a.m.), by leave:The Beattie Labor government is committed to ensuring a ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 1 August 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTElectrical Contractors Code of PracticeHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.09 a.m.), by leave:I rise to inform members of the House ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 2 August 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTQueensland Workplace AgreementsHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.15 a.m.), by leave:I rise to inform the House of the findings of a ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE F]Hon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (3.51 p.m.): Firstly, Iwould like to pass on my thanks to the members of ...
Speech byGEOFF WILSONMEMBER FOR FERNY GROVEHansard 28 November 2001ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILL [No. 2]Mr WILSON (Ferny Grove—ALP) (9.21 p.m.): It is my great pleasure to speak in support of theEnvironmental Protection Legislation ...
Speech byHon. GORDONNUTTALLMEMBER FOR SANDGATEHansard 16 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWorkCoverHon. G. R. NUTTALL (Sandgate—ALP) (Minister for Industrial Relations) (10.06 a.m.), by leave:I rise this morning to join the Premier in congratulating the team at ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 29 May 2001WATER INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT [BURNETT BASIN] BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (3.48 p.m.): As the minister said in his second reading speech, theWater Infrastructure Development (Burnett Basin) Bill has ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 29 May 2001NATURAL RESOURCES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (5.07 p.m.): The Natural Resources Legislation Amendment Bill issomething of a fruit salad. I am sure the minister agrees. It deals ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 29 May 2001POLICE SERVICE ADMINISTRATION AND MISCONDUCT TRIBUNALS AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (9.55 p.m.): It is traditional for the minister who is responsible for theportfolio to be in the House. I ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 30 May 2001RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS OFFENCES BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (11.23 p.m.): I am gratified to have a chance to make acontribution to the debate on this important piece of legislation. I need to place on ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 22 March 2001DAIRY INDUSTRY, MONTOMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (6.42 p.m.): On 4 May, Pauls will close its dairy processing plant inMonto. I grew up in Monto. It is my home town. I was Deputy Mayor of the Monto Shire ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 3 April 2001KILKIVAN-TANSEY ROADMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (6.58 p.m.): Tonight in this Adjournment debate I want to bring tothe attention of this parliament an issue of long standing that is important to ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 4 April 2001DRUG STRATEGYMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (6.26 p.m.): I rise to support the motion moved by the Leader ofthe Opposition. I congratulate the member for Toowoomba South on bringing this issue into ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 5 April 2001SUNWATER; WATER STORAGE RECREATION AREASMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (10.25 a.m.): In regional Queensland, recreation areas associatedwith dams and water storage areas are very important to a range of ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 5 April 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (12.16 p.m.): I am somewhat gratified to have the opportunity tomake a small contribution to this Address in Reply. Firstly, I congratulate you, Mr Deputy ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 1 May 2001STOCK STEALINGMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (11.55 a.m.): The stealing of stock has been romanticised by someas cattle duffing or poddy dodging, but there can be no doubt that stock stealing is as much a ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 1 May 2001INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE VOLUNTEER Mr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (7.08 p.m.): This year is the International Year of the Volunteer. It isvery fitting that we recognise in an appropriate way the efforts made ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 2 May 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (4.30 p.m.): I have listened with interest to the debate thisafternoon. Because of the way this amendment was introduced into ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 2 May 2001VEGETATION MANAGEMENTMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (6.45 p.m.): It seriously saddens me to sit in this parliament tonightto listen to this debate about the Vegetation Management Act once again when so many ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 3 May 2001AUSTRALIAN INLAND RAIL EXPRESSWAY; NATHAN DAMMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (7.15 p.m.): On Friday, 26 October this year, people from all overAustralia will gather on the banks of the Macintyre River near ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 17 May 2001LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (5.36 p.m.): I rise to oppose this legislation and to support thecomments that were made by the shadow minister, the member ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 17 May 2001UNITING CAREMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (11.34 p.m.): I rise tonight to bring to the attention of thisparliament a situation that has been brought to my attention by the Barambah Uniting Church andmore ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 29 May 2001MINISTER FOR POLICE AND CORRECTIVE SERVICESMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (10.21 a.m.): The Queensland community can be justifiablyconcerned about the administration of the Police and Corrective Services ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 15 May 2001FISHERIES AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (5.08 p.m.): I have much pleasure in making a few brief commentsin support of the comments made by my colleague the shadow minister in relation to the ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 15 May 2001FISHERIES AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (8.08 p.m.): I am not going to repeat everything that the Leader ofthe Opposition and the shadow minister have said, but let me put on record that I ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 16 May 2001CORRECTIVE SERVICES AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (11.29 a.m.): The National Party opposition intends to support thebroad objectives of this bill as they were outlined by the minister in his ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 16 May 2001POLICE POWERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (11.49 a.m.): The opposition will be supporting the Police Powersand Responsibilities and Another Act Amendment ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 5 April 2001NATURE CONSERVATION [FOREST RESERVES] REGULATION 2000Mr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (5.34 p.m.): Mr Deputy Speaker, can I say that the speech that wehave heard from the member for Kawana is so very typical ...
Speech byJEFF SEENEYMEMBER FOR CALLIDEHansard 16 May 2001DINGOES, FRASER ISLANDMr SEENEY (Callide—NPA) (6.32 p.m.): I rise to support the motion moved by the Leader ofthe Opposition, the member for Toowoomba South, which urges the House to censure this ...
Speech byJAN JARRATTMEMBER FOR WHITSUNDAYHansard 11 December 2001VOLUNTEERSMs JARRATT (Whitsunday—ALP) (9.54 p.m.): I have had many wonderful experiences in the10 months since I became the member for Whitsunday. I might add that I have learned a great ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 29 November 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (11.55 a.m.): I rise to contribute to the debate on the IndustrialRelations Amendment Bill 2001 which deals with a range of ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 4 December 2001RACING AND BETTING AMENDMENT BILL [No. 2]Mrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (3.39 p.m.): In contributing to this debate today I would like todraw particular attention to the race club in my electorate ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 5 December 2001COASTAL PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (12.50 p.m.): I rise to contribute to debate on the CoastalProtection and Management and Other ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 5 December 2001FOUR-YEAR PARLIAMENTARY TERMSMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (6.11 p.m.): I second the motion. In doing so, I point out thatwhat is on the line is the Premier's credibility. No doubt the Premier ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 11 December 2001DOMESTIC VIOLENCEMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.22 a.m.): On Thursday, 8 November I asked a question ofthe Minister for Families regarding issues of domestic violence in this state and I ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 11 December 2001TOURISM INDUSTRYMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (12.11 p.m.): I wish to draw the attention of this House to theperilous predicament that Queensland's tourism industry finds itself in. The ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 13 December 2001SUBCONTRACTORS Mrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.28 a.m.): I again bring to the attention of the House theplight of subcontractors affected by the collapse of the building company Imagemasters ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 5 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (11.57 a.m.): There are a few truisms about maiden speeches inpolitical circles. One is that they can be rather boring and the second is that they can come back ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 8 November 2001EMERGENCY SERVICES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (5.54 p.m.): I would like to contribute to this amendment billand say briefly that it removes the statutory authority ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 8 November 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (9.53 p.m.): I would like to contribute to the debate on thisProstitution Amendment Bill and say that I personally have some grave ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 27 November 2001CONSTITUTION OF QUEENSLAND; PARLIAMENT OF QUEENSLAND BILLMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (3.37 p.m.): The Constitution of Queensland 2001 and theParliament of Queensland Bill 2001 revise, of ...
Speech byMrs J. SHELDONMEMBER FOR CALOUNDRAHansard 28 November 2001CALOUNDRA DENTAL CLINICMrs SHELDON (Caloundra—Lib) (10.22 a.m.): I again bring to the attention of the House theappalling lack of service at the Caloundra Dental Clinic. I shall name a few of ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 17 May 2001DANGEROUS GOODS SAFETY MANAGEMENT BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (3.28 p.m.): No, we do not need any more regulations in relationto the management of dangerous goods—or do we? On the morning of 3 ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 17 May 2001LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (5.32 p.m.): I commend this bill, because it will ensure that localcouncillors must resign from local government office ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 29 May 2001MORETON BAY ISLANDS, POLICE RESOURCESMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (11.53 a.m.): Policing the bay islands is a unique challenge forthe Queensland Police Service. To my knowledge, there is no other ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 31 May 2001WINE INDUSTRY AMENDMENT BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (5.46 p.m.): Despite what other members have said, I rise toinform the House of the best vineyard in Queensland. This bill is designed to develop ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 31 July 2001MRS M. STATHAMMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (11.56 a.m.): I rise today to inform the House of a recent loss tothe state of Queensland. On Thursday, 12 July 2001, Margaret Statham passed away. Few ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 8 August 2001RETIREMENT VILLAGES ACTMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (10.28 a.m.): In 1999 the Beattie government introduced theRetirement Villages Act. The objective of this act was to protect the older members of our ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 8 August 2001MINISTER FOR POLICE AND CORRECTIVE SERVICESMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (6.31 p.m.): I am happy to address the motion before the Housetonight, because it gives me an opportunity to highlight the ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 9 August 2001CONSUMER CREDIT [QUEENSLAND] AMENDMENT BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (2.35 p.m.): Today is a great day for Queensland. However, Iwould like to highlight that every day is a great day in the ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 20 June 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (10.21 p.m.): I rise to oppose the Prostitution Amendment Bill2001, which was introduced into the Legislative Assembly by Mr Horan, the member for ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 21 June 2001ANNIVERSARY OF PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCEMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (10.28 a.m.): On Sunday, 17 June, the honourable member forCleveland, the honourable member for Capalaba and I attended a function to ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Mr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (10.59 p.m.): I rise in my capacity as the member for Redlandsto carry out the task that the residents of the Redlands require of me at this time, that is, ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 1 May 2001COUNCILLOR EDDIE SANTAGIULIANAMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (12.23 p.m.): The honourable member for Capalaba hasprovided a picture of where Eddie came from and what factors influenced Eddie's development. ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 16 May 2001POLICE POWERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND ANOTHER ACT AMENDMENT BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (12.08 p.m.): The very nature of policing and the onus placedupon the Police Service to protect and preserve ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 16 May 2001AUSTRALIAN EXPORT SERVICES OVERSEAS PROGRAMMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (7.05 p.m.): I rise to inform the House about the activities of anorganisation called AESOP Business Volunteers. AESOP is an ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 9 August 2001INTRODUCTION AGENTS BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (3.38 p.m.): I rise to speak on the Introduction Agents Bill 2001,but before doing so I wish to point out that earlier in the week I spoke about the ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 11 September 2001FISHERMAN ISLANDS CONTAINER TERMINALMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (12.25 p.m.): I rise to alert the House to ongoing intimidation atthe Fisherman Islands Container Terminal by the employer P & O ...
Speech byJOHN ENGLISHMEMBER FOR REDLANDSHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMr ENGLISH (Redlands—ALP) (4.36 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the Education(Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Bill. This bill gives ...
Speech byJOHN MICKEL, MLASTATE MEMBER FOR LOGANHansard 12 December 2001CENSURE OF MINISTER FOR HEALTHMr MICKEL (Logan—ALP) (6.41 p.m.): This is not a motion of censure of the Minister for Healthat all. It is a motion to try to revive the political health of ...
Speech byJOHN MICKEL, MLASTATE MEMBER FOR LOGANHansard 12 December 2001INTEGRATED PLANNING AND OTHER LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMr MICKEL (Logan—ALP) (2.53 p.m.): I want to speak in relation to one specific provision ofthis bill, and that is electricity ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 22 March 2001LEGACY TRUST FUND BILLHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for Disability Services) (2.57 ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 3 April 2001COMMUNITY SERVICES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 4 April 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTFoster CarersHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for Disability ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 30 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTJuvenile OffendersHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt— Australian Labor Party) (Minister for Families and Ministerfor Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy and ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 19 June 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTHomelessnessHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for Disability ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 20 June 2001LEGACY TRUST FUND BILLHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for Disability Services) (5.03 ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 20 June 2001COMMUNITY SERVICES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 1 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTSir Leslie Wilson Youth Detention CentreHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 3 May 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for Disability Services) (2.50 p.m.): It ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 15 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTInternational Year of Volunteers Youth CampaignHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy ...
Speech byJOHN MICKEL, MLASTATE MEMBER FOR LOGANHansard 27 November 2001CONSTITUTION OF QUEENSLAND; PARLIAMENT OF QUEENSLAND BILLMr MICKEL (Logan—ALP) (4.28 p.m.): We have just heard again the re-debate of the matterby the honourable member for Warrego. What ...
Speech byJOHN MICKEL, MLASTATE MEMBER FOR LOGANHansard 28 November 2001POLICE SERVICESMr MICKEL (Logan—ALP) (10.20 a.m.): The communities of Crestmead and Marsden in bothmy electorate and the electorate of Woodridge have taken proactive and ...
Speech byJOHN MICKEL, MLASTATE MEMBER FOR LOGANHansard 6 December 2001WEAPONS AMENDMENT REGULATION [No. 1] 2001Mr MICKEL (Logan—ALP) (3.35 p.m.): The speech that we just heard was a piece ofirrelevancy. That debate was settled when the Prime Minister decided ...
Speech byJOHN MICKEL, MLASTATE MEMBER FOR LOGANHansard 11 December 2001SENATOR J. HERRON; WESTHAVEN NURSING HOMEMr MICKEL (Logan—ALP) (12.16 p.m.): The Queensland Liberal hierarchy may not realise it,but there was a general federal election, including a ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 1 August 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTSupported Accommodation Assistance ProgramHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 9 August 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTJuvenile Crime Hon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for Disability ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 11 September 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTForde Implementation Monitoring CommitteeHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 30 October 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTDisability Services BudgetHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 1 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTChild Care Statewide Training StrategyHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 1 November 2001DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 7 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTCleveland Youth Detention CentreHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 8 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTJohn Oxley Youth Detention Centre; Rape AllegationsHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 27 November 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTSports and Cultural Festival; Cape York Justice StudyHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 4 December 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTCape York Justice StudyHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and Minister for ...
Speech byHon. JUDY SPENCEMEMBER FOR MOUNT GRAVATTHansard 29 May 2001MINISTERIAL STATEMENTCommonwealth-State Disability AgreementHon. J. C. SPENCE (Mount Gravatt—ALP) (Minister for Families and Minister for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Policy and ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 8 November 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (10.07 p.m.): I was quite amazed by the comment of thehonourable member for Caloundra that the Planning and Environment Court is a ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 3 April 2001SCHOOL BUSESHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (10.19 a.m.): One of the greatest farces we have seenover the last six months is the government's attitude towards the problem of students ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 3 April 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (3.48 p.m.): Firstly, I convey my allegiance and theallegiance of my electorate to Her Majesty. I am now the last of the 1983 group that came ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 4 April 2001DRUG STRATEGYHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (6.46 p.m.): Drug use by our youth has become sucha massive problem that we have all been forced to change our preconceived attitudes towards ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 4 April 2001STATE SCHOOLS, POLITICAL MATERIALHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (7.12 p.m.): On Thursday, 22 March the member forRobina asked the Minister for Education why she did not stop the Queensland ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Hon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (4.00 p.m.): One of the groups that has been mostcontroversial in the area of Beaudesert has been the Beaudesert Bus Action Committee, ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 31 July 2001APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPSHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (12.21 p.m.): The public of Queensland are beingdeceived by the Beattie ALP government's call of jobs, jobs, jobs. The ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 1 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS—ESTIMATES COMMITTEE CHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (5.43 p.m.): I noted the altercation between theMinister for Transport and the Deputy Leader of the Opposition. On ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 1 May 2001BOYSTOWNHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (12.15 p.m.): I have continually expressed my concernabout the way in which BoysTown at Beaudesert has been downgraded by the ALP. I am talking ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 1 May 2001PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEES AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE AMENDMENT BILLHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (2.40 p.m.): The member for Cleveland referred to the66 ALP members of the parliament, and the ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 16 May 2001POKER MACHINE TAXHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (7.01 p.m.): Two very important groups in the hotelindustry have been affected by the new poker machine tax. Of course, the first group ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 30 May 2001SITTING HOURS; ORDER OF BUSINESSHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (11.30 a.m.), continuing: Before question time I wastalking about the fact that, as a matter of courtesy, it has always been ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 30 May 2001TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS (LIABILITY) BILLHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (10.09 p.m.): I apologise for the absence of themember for Maroochydore, who has taken ill. I will replace ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 30 May 2001RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS OFFENCES BILLHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (11.48 p.m.): There might have been a difference ofopinion between the Leader of the House and me this morning about whether ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 20 June 2001LANG PARKHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (6.21 p.m.): It is quite amazing that this governmenthas got itself into the problem that it has. I am sure that some of the backbenchers must be ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 21 June 2001AUS NORTH QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY GAMESHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (10.22 a.m.): Over the next few weeks and months,Queensland will receive a feast of sporting events, including the ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION (ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS) BILLHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (3.12 p.m.): I would like to indicate the opposition'ssupport for the Education (Accreditation of ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 13 September 2001GAMING MACHINE AMENDMENT REGULATION (No. 1) 2001Disallowance of Statutory InstrumentHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (12.04 p.m.): I have pleasure in seconding the Leaderof the ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE F]Hon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (3.06 p.m.): On behalf of opposition members, I thankall staff of Estimates Committee F for their organisational ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 8 August 2001FLAGSTONE HIGH SCHOOLHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (10.26 a.m.): The government has decided to build atnew high school at Flagstone to start in 2002. For any community this should be a ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 8 August 2001MINISTER FOR POLICE AND CORRECTIVE SERVICESHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (6.35 p.m.): First of all, I express my concern that thisparliament has once again allowed a motion to be amended ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 30 October 2001CRIME AND MISCONDUCT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (5.40 p.m.): The Crime and Misconduct Bill before theHouse represents, if you like, a complete overhaul of previous legislation put in ...
Speech byHon. K. LINGARDMEMBER FOR BEAUDESERTHansard 11 September 2001STATE PATROL TRAFFIC DIVISIONHon. K. R. LINGARD (Beaudesert—NPA) (12.01 p.m.): It is disappointing that two weeks afternotifying four ministers of a very serious problem in employment and ...
Speech byKERRY SHINEMEMBER FOR TOOWOOMBA NORTHHansard 7 November 2001WATER AMENDMENT BILLMr SHINE (Toowoomba North—ALP) (10.41 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of this bill. Theamendments proposed to the Water Act have come about as a result of internal ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 30 May 2001VIRTUAL HOME TOURSMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (12.55 a.m.): The new marketing tool for real estate agentsis the virtual home tour. This feature has a certain appeal. People can log on and ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 31 July 2001GAMING MACHINE AMENDMENT BILLMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (5.50 p.m.): Last night I had a rare opportunity to tune in tomy favourite social commentators, those well renowned sociologists The ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 1 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS—ESTIMATES COMMITTEE CMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (5.06 p.m.): Firstly, I would like to make a couple of generalcomments. It was an honour and a privilege to chair this ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 1 August 2001NATIONAL PARKSMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (6.21 p.m.): I move the following amendment to the motionmoved by the member for Maryborough—Delete all words after 'honour' and insert the ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 17 October 2001ANIMAL CARE AND PROTECTION BILLMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (12.40 p.m.): In 1925, the Queensland parliament, withWilliam Gillies as Premier, coming after Ted Theodore—Mr Schwarten: Both ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 21 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Ms LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (8.44 p.m.): Let me preface my response to the stategovernment's 2001-02 budget by saying how proud and privileged I feel to be a part of such a ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 2 August 2001ASYLUM SEEKERSMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (5.04 p.m.): Today I would like to draw the attention of theHouse to the misleading information being promulgated by the federal government and the media ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 7 August 2001SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA MUSICIANS ASSOCIATIONMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (11.57 a.m.): Today I would like to share a story with theHouse. Recently on behalf of the Premier I had the privilege of ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 11 September 2001WWILD SVP; VELO CARDIO FACIAL SYNDROME FOUNDATIONMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (11.46 a.m.): Today I seek to bring to the attention of theHouse an organisation within the electorate of ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (5.56 p.m.): Today I am grateful for having the privilege ofspeaking to this bill and I wish to commend it to ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 16 October 2001MOTION OF CONDOLENCEHon. W. A. M. Gunn, AM; Hon. Sir W. E. Knox, KTB, KStJMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (10.25 a.m.): I, too, rise to pay tribute to someone who wasthe epitome of a good ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 17 October 2001ANIMAL CARE AND PROTECTION BILLMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (2.58 p.m.): It is a pleasure for me to be able to commendthe Animal Care and Protection Bill to the House. The tenets of this bill ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 18 October 2001WORKCOVER QUEENSLAND AMENDMENT BILLMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (12.54 p.m.): All members would be aware of the financialsuccess of WorkCover Queensland. The Queensland workers compensation ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 30 October 2001BREASTSCREEN QUEENSLAND—NORTHSIDEMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (12.05 p.m.): I rise today not only to commend anorganisation that is saving the lives of women every day but also to send a message ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 28 November 2001Community Living ProgramMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (10.28 a.m.): In each community there are those whoextend the hand of support, friendship and empowerment each and every day. I draw the ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 4 December 2001FRANK THEATRE COMPANYMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (11.41 a.m.): The Smart State manifests itself in manyways, some more unusual than others. But if the Smart State means building ties, sharing ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 12 December 2001RICHMOND FELLOWSHIP QUEENSLANDMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (7.16 p.m.): I would like to address an issue that is stilllargely taboo in our society. Though many advances have been made over the ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 22 March 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (5.56 p.m.): At the outset, I place on record my thanks tothe people of Kurwongbah for once again placing their faith and trust in me to ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 22 March 2001TICA TENANCY DEFAULT DATABASEMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (6.39 p.m.): Tonight I draw to the attention of honourablemembers what I believe to be unscrupulous practices by the TICA group ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 3 April 2001JUVENILE CRIMEMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (11.57 a.m.): Young Queenslanders are the victims of ashameful lie when it comes to the media portrayal of juvenile crime. The media-created ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 4 April 2001TELEPHONE CALL CHARGES, DAYBORO Mrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (7.03 p.m.): The Australian Communications Authority hasrecently released the Telecommunications Performance Report 1999-20000. ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 5 April 2001CRIME PREVENTION WEEKMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (10.10 a.m.): As members are aware, this week is CrimePrevention Week—a week in which crime prevention programs, initiatives and strategies ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 2 May 2001NORTHGATE-PETRIE RAILWAY LINEMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (10.23 a.m.): Mr Speaker, as you would know, those of uswho live on the north side of Brisbane can never be outdone by the ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 17 May 2001REALITY TELEVISIONMrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (11.25 p.m.): Reality TV appeals to its audience byshowing supposedly ordinary people displaying behaviour, feeling and prejudices which are ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 4 December 2001RACING AND BETTING AMENDMENT BILL (No. 2)Ms LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (12.29 p.m.): In my inaugural speech to the House earlierthis year I stated that it was my job to actually move out of the ...
Speech byLINDA LAVARCHSTATE MEMBER FOR KURWONGBAHHansard 18 October 2001PINE RIVERS STATE HIGH SCHOOL; SCHOOLS CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDIATIONPROGRAM Mrs LAVARCH (Kurwongbah—ALP) (7.15 p.m.): Last Friday I, along with the Minister forEnvironment, the Hon. ...
Speech byLIDDY CLARKMEMBER FOR CLAYFIELDHansard 20 June 2001YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATIONMs LIDDY CLARK (Clayfield—ALP) (10.22 a.m.): I would like to bring the attention of the Houseto an amazing group of Queensland women. The Young Women's Christian ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 27 November 2001SPRINGWOOD AMBULANCE STATIONMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (12.53 a.m.): It is with great regret that again I have to rise inthe House to talk about the ignorance and inadequacy of councillors in ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 28 November 2001MOTOR ACCIDENT INSURANCE AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (12.30 p.m.): I rise to speak in support of the Motor AccidentInsurance Amendment Bill—a bill that will benefit all Queensland ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 29 November 2001INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (2.40 p.m.): The new Queensland Industrial Relations Act iscreating a fair and balanced industrial relations system for the ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 4 December 2001ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HOUSINGMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (10.22 a.m.): I would like to inform honourable members of theachievements made through Aboriginal and Torres Strait ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 6 December 2001PENALTIES AND SENTENCES [NON-CONTACT ORDERS] AMENDMENT BILLMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (12.12 p.m.): I rise to speak briefly on the Penalties andSentences (Non-Contact Orders) Amendment Bill ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 6 December 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT REGULATION [No. 1] 2001Ms STONE (Springwood—ALP) (6.11 p.m.): I rise with pleasure to participate in this debatetonight and speak against the disallowance ...
Speech byBARBARA STONEMEMBER FOR SPRINGWOODHansard 6 December 2001SPORTS AWARDS, SPRINGWOODMs STONE (Springwood—ALP) (7.08 p.m.): On Sunday, 4 November it was with great pleasurethat I presented sports awards to some of Springwood's sporting greats. Logan ...
Speech byBILL FLYNNMEMBER FOR LOCKYERHansard 4 December 2001WATER SUPPLY, LOCKYER VALLEYMr FLYNN (Lockyer—ONP) (12.12 p.m.): I refer to the urgent issue of water supply to theLockyer Valley. The Lockyer is not very different from any other area of Queensland ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 22 March 2001STATE SCHOOLS, POLITICAL MATERIALMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (7.00 p.m.): The brochure headed 'State Schools First' has been givento students at state schools to take home either by itself or in conjunction ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 3 April 2001RYAN BY-ELECTIONMr QUINN (Robina—LP) (Leader of the Liberal Party) (7.16 p.m.): Earlier today the member forAlgester spoke about the win in the Ryan by-election by the ALP candidate, Leonie Short. What ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 5 April 2001ADDRESS IN REPLYMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (4.41 p.m.): Mr Deputy Speaker, I relay through you mycongratulations to Mr Speaker upon his election to this high and ancient office and also to the Governorof ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 1 May 2001COUNCILLOR EDDIE SANTAGIULIANA; SHEPHERDSON INQUIRYMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (11.45 a.m.): Following on from the sentiments of the previousspeaker, I also pass on my condolences and those of members on this ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 19 June 2001AUSTRALIA POSTMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (10.27 a.m.): I rise to inform the House of a victory by the people ofStrathpine and Lawnton. Previously in this House I have spoken about the imminent closure of ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 22 June 2001BUDGET DEBATE 2001Ms BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (2.30 p.m.): It is with a sense of pride and privilege that I rise tosupport the appropriation bills—privilege to be representing the people of Aspley for the ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 31 July 2001NATIONAL AUSTRALIA BANK, ASPLEYMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (10.25 a.m.): The people of the Aspley electorate are back on thestreets protesting again. Honourable members will know that I spoke recently about ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE E]Ms BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (12.42 p.m.): It gives me great pleasure to speak in support of thereport of Estimates Committee E. In rising, I thank the chair of the ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 2 August 2001CABBAGE TREE CREEK CATCHMENT AREA REDEVELOPMENTMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (5.10 p.m.): I rise to inform the House about a Breaking theUnemployment Cycle Community Jobs Plan in Aspley. This project creates ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 3 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (4.25 p.m.): It is with great pride, but with some small sense oftrepidation, that I rise to give this my inaugural speech to the parliament of Queensland. This ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 31 October 2001MIAMI STATE HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION UNITMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (11.11 p.m.): The desperate circumstances that face children withdisabilities attending the special education unit at Miami State ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 8 November 2001PROSTITUTION AMENDMENT BILLMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (12.24 a.m.): When the principal act was introduced into the House acouple of years ago, the Liberal Party opposed that legislation, not because it ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 27 November 2001CONSTITUTION OF QUEENSLAND; PARLIAMENT OF QUEENSLAND BILLMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (4.15 p.m.): The Constitution of Queensland Bill has had a long historyover the past eight years. Various independent ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 5 December 2001FOUR-YEAR PARLIAMENTARY TERMSMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (6.01 p.m.): I move—That this parliament notes that, following a Constitutional review, Premier Beattie on 30 August 2000 said he would beseeking a ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 17 October 2001ELECTORAL [TRAVELLERS' ADVANCE VOTES] AMENDMENT BILLMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (8.52 p.m.): In rising to speak to the Electoral (Travellers' AdvanceVotes) Amendment Bill I indicate at the outset that I ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 30 October 2001DAYLIGHT SAVINGMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (12.10 p.m.): Earlier this week many businesses on the Gold Coastmoved to daylight saving time because they clearly understand the impact that the time ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 30 October 2001CRIME AND MISCONDUCT BILLMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (4.00 p.m.): The bill before the House today is the latest effort bygovernments of various persuasions to come to grips with the changing nature of ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 31 October 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT BILLMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (8.30 p.m.): In rising to speak on the Freedom of InformationAmendment Bill I indicate at the outset that the Liberal Party will not be ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 6 December 2001FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AMENDMENT REGULATION [No. 1] 2001Mr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (6.00 p.m.): I support the motion. In so doing, I do not intend totraverse all the arguments, because I spoke quite ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 12 December 2001SITTING DAYS AND HOURSMr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (7.07 p.m.): Earlier today we saw the Premier come into the Houseand make a ministerial statement boasting about how many hours the government has sat in ...
Speech byBONNY BARRYMEMBER FOR ASPLEYHansard 29 May 2001AUSTRALIA POST OFFICE, STRATHPINEMs BARRY (Aspley—ALP) (12.02 p.m.): This Friday, 1 June, at close of business the people ofStrathpine, Lawnton and surrounding suburbs will fall victim to the 'profits ...
Speech byMr R. QUINNMEMBER FOR ROBINAHansard 6 December 2001WEAPONS AMENDMENT REGULATION [No. 1] 2001Mr QUINN (Robina—Lib) (4.37 p.m.): As every member of this House knows, the Liberal Partysupports the current gun laws in this state and would not support ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 4 April 2001FIRST SPEECHMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (3.47 p.m.): Since the earliest Queensland elections, conductedover 140 years ago, the people of what is now the electorate of Burleigh have never been ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 3 May 2001PALM BEACH; TIDY TOWN OF THE YEAR AWARDMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (7.12 p.m.): I am pleased to advise members of an exciting projectinvolving the community of Palm Beach on the Gold Coast. Currently, ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 16 May 2001SAFELINKMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (10.25 a.m.): I rise to speak about a pilot program being conductedthrough the Palm Beach Police Station. Recently, I attended the launch of Safelink in Burleigh. ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 17 May 2001DANGEROUS GOODS SAFETY MANAGEMENT BILLMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (3.45 p.m.): The Dangerous Goods Safety Management Billprovides authorisation for a scientific advisory service at hazardous materials ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 20 June 2001ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN COLLEGEMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (10.26 a.m.): Recently I had the honour of representing myhonourable colleague the Minister for Education, Anna Bligh, at the official opening ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 20 June 2001MR G. WHITEMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (11.22 p.m.): It is incredible how quickly the fortunes of a family canchange. Late one evening a couple of months ago Greg White left his Tallebudgera Valley ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 2 August 2001APPROPRIATION BILLS [ESTIMATES COMMITTEE E]Mrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (12.53 p.m.): I was very pleased to be a part of EstimatesCommittee E. I thank Minister Stephen Robertson and Minister Wendy ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SMITHMEMBER FOR BURLEIGHHansard 9 August 2001TALLEBUDGERA GREENSPACE BOARDWALKMrs SMITH (Burleigh—ALP) (5.46 p.m.): The government has provided Burleigh with awonderful gift: the resurrection of the Tallebudgera Greenspace Boardwalk. ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SCOTTMEMBER FOR CHARTERS TOWERSHansard 11 September 2001EDUCATION [ACCREDITATION OF NON-STATE SCHOOLS] BILLMrs CHRISTINE SCOTT (Charters Towers—ALP) (6.32 p.m.): I rise to support this bill whichrelates to the quality of non-government ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SCOTTMEMBER FOR CHARTERS TOWERSHansard 16 October 2001YEAR OF THE OUTBACKMrs CHRISTINE SCOTT (Charters Towers—ALP) (11.40 a.m.): I would like to share with theHouse today some of the energy and excitement occurring in my electorate and, ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SCOTTMEMBER FOR CHARTERS TOWERSHansard 27 November 2001TRANSPORT LEGISLATION AMENDMENT BILLMrs CHRISTINE SCOTT (Charters Towers—ALP) (6.45 p.m.): I rise to speak on the TransportLegislation Amendment Bill 2001 and the amendments to the Tow ...
Speech byCHRISTINE SCOTTMEMBER FOR CHARTERS TOWERSHansard 4 December 2001GLIVECMrs CHRISTINE SCOTT (Charters Towers—ALP) (10.18 a.m.): I would like to draw the attentionof the House to the plight of people who have been cast aside by a decision of the federal ...