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Scheduled Maintenance Notice – Tuesday 27 May 2025 from 2pm Some services on our website will be temporarily unavailable for 30–60 minutes on Tuesday 27 May from 2pm due to scheduled maintenance. This update will enhance information access and improve your ...

FactSheets Division of Government - How responsibilities are divided between our local, state and federal governments.  System of Government - The separation of powers between the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary. The role of the ...

We are pleased to launch our dedicated Events & Dining website, check it out here.          We are pleased to launch our dedicated Events & Dining website, check it out here.          We are pleased to launch our dedicated Events & Dining website, check it ...

Procedures The procedures of the Queensland Parliament are contained in these documents View Documents Questions on Notice and Answers Information about Questions on Notice Read more Tabled Papers Browse or search for documents that have been tabled in ...

How to Get Involved With Committees Recent Reports How Committees Work Appearing as a witness Making a submission Guidelines for Public Service employees Public Interest Disclosures Policy Training Seminar (Committees@Work) ...

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Former Members Information on former Members of the Queensland Parliament. Read more Current Members (including Ministers and shadow Ministers) Information on current Members of the Queensland Parliament Read more Members' and Former Members' ...

The information books are categorised on the basis of knowledge and educational levels. As a general guide, Level One provides a basic overview on Parliament and Government in Queensland and Level Three provides a more in-depth overview on Parliament and ...

Since 1994, committees of the Parliament have undertaken the estimates process, which is one of the key mechanisms to examine government expenditure, performance and effectiveness. It holds ministers to account and provides a level of transparency to the ...

Notice to all users – Parliament of Queensland Act 2001 This broadcast is protected by the powers, immunities and rights of the Legislative Assembly, but further publication of the broadcast (in whole or in part) is not similarly protected. The broadcast of ...

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If you haven’t already, you can learn more about the graduate program. There are five simple steps in applying for the program. Your suitability or performance at each step will determine whether you progress to the next stage. If you’re successful, you’ll ...

Got a question about the program? Find the answer here.  About the program What does the program involve? Our graduate program offers you: a two-year placement with rotations across all four divisions of the Parliamentary Service a bespoke program ...

Explore the viewpoints of our 2023 Graduate Parliamentary Service Officers, gaining valuable insights into the program's experiences and opportunities. Each testimonial highlights the real-world impact and professional growth fostered through ...

The Parliamentary Service works across the many different First Nations of Queensland. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land, who have walked and cared for this Country for tens of thousands of years. We pay respect to Elders past and ...

The Queensland Parliamentary Service Graduate Program offers a wide variety of professional work experiences all in one place. We’re offering four graduates the opportunity to make a positive difference to parliamentary democracy in Queensland and build a ...

Are you ready to make a difference in Queensland? Start your career with a wide variety of professional work experiences all in one place. The Queensland Parliamentary Service Graduate Program is open to graduates from all degrees and disciplines who have a ...

What is a Parliamentary Committee  The Legislative Assembly has established the following parliamentary committees to assist the Queensland Parliament to operate more effectively: Clean Economy Jobs, Resources and Transport CommitteeCommittee of the ...

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God Queen of Australia and Her other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth, passed away on 8 September 2022. Queen Elizabeth II visited the Queensland Parliament on numerous occasions, ...

Former Members Register Register of all Members since 1860. Read more Contacting Former Members The Parliamentary Service maintains contact details of all surviving former members. For privacy reasons, these details are not published. Read more Members of the ...

The Speaker After a general election and at the beginning of the first parliamentary sitting day, a Member is elected by secret ballot to the position of Speaker. Normally, the Government's nominee is successful, since the Government controls the numbers in ...

ACTS OF PARLIAMENT SEAL When a Bill is passed in Parliament, it is must be stamped with the official seal before being taken to the Governor for Royal Assent and becoming an Act of Parliament. The importance of this seal means it is stored in the ...

Elected officers The Speaker - Hon Curtis Pitt MP, Member for Mulgrave After a general election and at the beginning of the first parliamentary sitting day, a Member is elected by secret ballot to the position of Speaker. Normally, the Government's nominee ...

The Bill Box. This is the box the Clerk uses to take Bills to present to the Governor for royal assent. The Bill Box. This is the box the Clerk uses to take Bills to present to the Governor for royal assent. The smaller room was used by Lord Mountbatten ...

Mailing address  Cnr of George and Alice Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000        Telephone  Free Call - 1800 197 809 ...

In 1980, the original Parliamentary Library was renamed the Members’ Reading Room and the Queensland Parliamentary Library, was relocated to the Parliamentary Annexe in 1979. The original bookshelves house leather-bound Hansard volumes, Queensland ...

Following renovations in the 1980s, these tables and other furnishings were moved to the top floor of the Alice Street wing into an area that had previously been used for servants’ accommodation. POINT OF INTEREST: CARD TABLE The card table and set of chairs ...

The Parliament House gift shop is located near the foyer entrance of the Parliamentary Annexe. The gift shop carries an exclusive range of souvenirs, across a wide price range, to mark your visit to Parliament. The gift shop accepts cash, EFTPOS and ...

Specifications were prepared in 1877 but construction was deferred. The porte-cochere was finally added during the 1980s restoration, but had to be slightly enlarged to allow for the passage of car.  The porte-cochere features light grey Helidon sandstone ...

MACE When Parliament is sitting, the Mace is placed in two raised brackets on the centre table, with the head pointing towards the Government side of the Chamber. The Sergeant-at-Arms carries the Mace into the Chamber before the Speaker at the commencement of ...

QUESTIONS ON NOTICE AND ANSWERS FROM 1995 TO 2003 Browse the below years by clicking on the link provided: 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003

Seats in the Legislative Assembly are allocated to each Member of Parliament. The Chamber Seating Plan shows where members sit in the Chamber. There are 93 Members of the Queensland Parliament and 93 seats in the Chamber including the Speaker’s ...

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General Public Tours Parliamentary attendants conduct a variety of tours of Parliament House for: the general public special interest groups such as TAFE colleges and other large organisations, and school groups When are tours ...

Outside the Speaker’s Office are the photographs of past Speakers of the Queensland Parliament, dating back to the very first Speaker, Gilbert Eliott, who served in the role from 1860-70. The larger room was originally the Speaker’s Office, which linked via a ...

Dates Parliamentary Sitting Dates Read more   Member List View the list of current Members of Parliament by alphabetical name, electorate, gender, political party or current parliamentary service. Biographical information is also available along with contact ...

O’Donovan quadrupled the Library contents from an estimated 8000 to some 32 000 volumes. He also compiled an ‘encyclopedic’ dictionary catalogue of the Library’s collections which was ‘universally applauded as a scholarly work ranking with the best in the ...

Members of Parliament enjoy a unique privilege of freedom of speech, derived from Article 9 of the Bill of Rights 1688. Article 9 states that: … the freedom of speech and debates or proceedings in Parliament ought not to be impeached or questioned in any ...

The formal Governor’s and Members’ entrance to Parliament House is accessible via the Porte Cochere, at the centre on the ground floor of the George Street wing of Parliament House. This entrance as the name suggests is used by Members of Parliament during ...

School Tours (Primary - Year 9)   Primary - Year 9 School Tour Information Teachers are invited to book a tour of Parliament House for their primary and secondary class groups (up to year 9) either by phone (07) 3553 6000 or by booking online. Book a school ...

The President’s Balcony also overlooks the Speakers’ Corner – a space dedicated to encouraging Queenslanders to speak and engage in open debate. Located in the George Street forecourt outside Parliament House, this space is commonly used for public rallies ...

Shortly after, in the 1970s, the dining room was opened for Members and their guests and renamed the ‘Strangers’ Dining Room.’ The term ‘stranger’ refers to any person on the parliamentary precinct who is not a Member of Parliament. The heritage room retains ...

This introductory half-day seminar is designed to give an overview of Queensland's parliamentary system of government. Topics covered include: The Structure and Functions of Queensland Parliament, Westminster in Queensland and the Parliamentary Program. ...

Establishing the colony of Queensland Queen Victoria granted approval and signed the Letters Patent on 6 June 1859 to establish the new colony of Queensland. On the same day, an Order-in-Council gave Queensland its own constitution. Queensland became a ...

PARLIAMENT AND GOVERNMENT PROCESSES The Parliamentary Education team conducts public sector seminars during educational outreach programs for regional Queenslanders. This comprehensive full day seminar will provide a detailed understanding of the ...

Parliamentary Scrutiny The scrutiny by Parliament of the Government’s annual financial requirements is an important and powerful feature of the legislature’s role in Westminster systems. Parliament has not always had this role and the House of Common’s ‘long, ...

Queensland's Parliamentary structure Originally, the Queensland Constitution provided for a Parliament consisting of two Houses - a Legislative Council (Upper House) whose Members were appointed by the Governor and a Legislative Assembly (Lower House) ...

Voting in Queensland As of the state election in November 2017, Queensland is divided into 93 electorates each returning one Member to a single chamber (unicameral) legislature – the Legislative Assembly. Universal adult suffrage applies, which means ...

The Electoral and Administrative Review Commission (EARC) was established under the Electoral and Administrative Review Commission Act 1989 (Qld) ‘to provide independent and comprehensive review of administrative and electoral laws and processes’.[1] EARC ...

Queensland Parliament Research Internship The Queensland Parliament Research Internship provides students from selected universities with the opportunity to work with a member of parliament, or a senior officer of the parliament, to undertake a mutually ...

The parliamentary calendar A sitting day commences when the Speaker takes the Chair and ends when the House carries a motion to adjourn the day's proceedings. If the House continues sitting after midnight, a sitting day can extend into the next calendar ...

*for optimal experience please download worksheets to desktop. Interactive features are not compatible on mobile devices. LINKS Elections and Voting (PEO) Guide to Democracy – Vote (ECQ) LEARN* How citizens engage with committees ...

Bills of Parliament A Bill is a proposal for a new law or a proposal to change an existing law presented for debate before Parliament. There are two types of Bills- Government Bills which form the majority of the State's legislation and relate to public ...

The House assembles Prior to the House assembling, all members receive a copy of the Notice Paper which lists the items of business for that day's sittings. However, during the day, alterations may be made to the sequence of business presented. Members are ...

The separation of powers The legislature enacts the laws, the Executive applies the laws and the judiciary interprets the laws. The idea can be traced back to Aristotle who argued for a mixed system of government, but it was in the 18th century through the ...

*for optimal experience please download worksheets to desktop. Interactive features are not compatible on mobile devices.   LINKS Current Committee Inquiries LEARN History of Committees What is a Parliamentary Committee? Key Vocabulary - ...

This full-day seminar is designed to give public sector officers a detailed knowledge and understanding of the processes and procedures the Parliament uses to scrutinise the actions of Executive Government. Topics covered include: Queensland's unicameral ...

*for optimal experience please download worksheets to desktop. Interactive features are not compatible on mobile devices. LINKS Explore key terms using the Quizlet Study Set for each video  Find out which state electorate you live in here (Electoral ...

From this website you can locate an e-petition, find out information about its status and, if it is a current e-petition, join the e-petition. The website also provides information to assist you with starting an e-petition, including an information brochure, ...

Overview This page contains the chronological and alphabetical indexes for past Alert Digests and Legislation Alerts of the former Scrutiny of Legislation Committee. Chronological index Alphabetical index The committee ceased to exist on 16 June ...

Programs Youth Parliament Programs Regional Activities Teacher Professional Development Excursion Resources Excursion planning information for schools Photo Consent Form Social Story - K-9   Social Story - 10-12 *coming ...

Additional Resources Quizlet Vocabulary/glossary sets covering key vocabulary used in the videos and a range of learning areas available via Quizlet. Students can work though using the Quizlet site, or lists can be downloaded and printed.  Kahoot Kahoot ...

How can I get involved? Learn about the ways you can get involved with Queensland Parliament here! Parliamentary Committees How are laws made? What is Queensland Parliament? How are laws made? What is Queensland Parliament? Links Activites Petitions to ...

Parliamentary Education Services provides resources to support the teaching of the citizenship component of the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP). The resources below have been developed for use in the classroom. You will find other useful resources on ...

COMMITTEES AT WORK Use these role plays to explore the scrutiny work of Parliamentary Committees and how stakeholders can be involved in the law making process as witnesses at hearings or through submissions. The Inquiry into extending School Hours resources ...

Fact Sheets View Factsheets Law Reform This information sheet explores the role of Parliament in the development of Human Rights legislation in Queensland. Information Sheet Parliamentary Inquiries This information sheet explores the role of ...

*for optimal experience please download worksheets to desktop. Interactive features are not compatible on mobile devices. LINKS Understand the three levels of Government through these games: Federal, state or local? (PEO) Who ...

The Budget View the 'Budget' playlist via YouTube - comprehension questions and curriculum links included in description View 'Budget Week in Queensland Parliament' via YouTube View 'The Queensland Budget' via YouTube View ...

The Queensland Parliament met for the first time on 22 May 1860, the anniversary of Captain Cook's charting of Moreton Bay, in the old convict barracks in Queen Street, roughly opposite the current Myer Centre. This building, completed in 1827, was chosen ...

The Far North Queensland sitting of Parliament was held in Cairns from 28 to 30 October 2008 at the Cairns Convention Centre. An exhibition highlighting parliamentarians and decision-making from the Far North Queensland region was prepared for the sitting ...

Parliamentary History 2023: Queensland Parliament met in Cairns from 9 to 11 May for the sixth regional sitting of the Queensland Parliament, marking the second time the regional parliament has convened in Cairns. 2022: Queensland Parliament commemorated the ...

The collection was started in 1860, at the inception of the Queensland Parliament. On its inception, the Government arranged for agents in Great Britain to buy relevant material, thus ensuring that the Queensland Parliamentary Library collection of the day ...

The Queensland Parliament's fourth regional sitting was held in Mackay from 24-26 May 2011 at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre. This event was an historic opportunity for school students and the general public in the Mackay region to visit ...

HISTORY OF THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL The Queensland Parliament is unique among Australian states in that it was the only colonial Parliament (pre-1901) to commence with two chambers and is now the only state parliament to have just one chamber, following the ...

In 2002, the Queensland Parliament conducted its first sitting outside of Brisbane in its 142-year history. Between 3 and 5 September 2002 the Queensland Parliament sat at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre. The electorates of Townsville, ...

1894 and 1897 Women’s Suffrage Petitions In 1894 the Women’s Equal Franchise Association (WEFA) initiated a double petition – one for women to sign and the other for men – which played a key role in galvanising support for the women’s suffrage movement ...

Formation of a government After the completion of a State election, the Governor commissions the leader of the political party which has won a majority of seats in the Legislative Assembly to form a government. As well, a government can be formed by two or ...

The Queensland Parliament invites students from Years 4 to 12 to unleash their creativity in Minecraft Education and construct a lifelike parliamentary playground. The winning model will provide a valuable addition to our suite of educational ...

The creation of Queensland as a separate colony Prior to separation in 1859, the area now known as Queensland was governed from Sydney as part of the colony of New South Wales. Three Imperial (British) Acts—the Australian Constitution Acts of 1842 and 1850 ...

*for optimal experience please download worksheets to desktop. Interactive features are not compatible on mobile devices. Links Bills and Legislation What’s new  Bills before the House  Queensland Legislation LEARN* ...

Parliamentary committees A more detailed form of scrutiny involves the Parliamentary committees. Evolving from the 16th century in the British Parliament, committees consisting of parliamentarians were established to perform functions or investigate matters ...

Case Studies Explore case studies into Parliamentary Inquiries and Law Reform Video Resources Discover videos and supporting resources about Queensland Parliament Role Plays Turn your classroom into a mock Parliament or committee! Classroom Activities Games ...

One role of the Committee Office is to encourage more people to get involved in the work of parliamentary committees. To help do this, the Committee Office regularly collects feedback from people who participate in parliamentary inquiries or subscribe to our ...

Membership and operation of portfolio committees Queensland’s current committee system was established in 2011. Under that system, most parliamentary committees are established by legislation. This includes the portfolio committees, which are responsible for ...

What is Hansard? The Record of Proceedings is commonly referred to as Hansard. The Record of Proceedings is the official report of the debates and proceedings of Parliament. It is not a verbatim report of what is said in the Legislative Assembly. Rather, it ...

In the 19th century, the Queensland Houses of Parliament used committees extensively to resolve many particular issues which came before them. Matters such as legislation, land transactions, sale of government assets and policy proposals were the subject of ...

PRESIDENT’S CHAIR The President’s Chair, situated at the head of the Chamber, is reserved for the Sovereign or the Sovereign’s representative in Queensland, the Governor. Carved from red cedar and cushioned in red velvet, the chair’s status is symbolized ...

POINT OF INTEREST: CELLAR STAIRS The stairs to the Parliament House cellar retain the original lead nosings, which at the time were specified for all public stairs, with cork carpet being reserved for the more important stairs. The Cellar is an intimate ...

Statistics of the Assembly Current Statistics This page contains statistical information, prepared by the Chamber and Procedural Services Office, providing an overview of the work of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for the most recent sitting week, the ...

As Speaker of the 57th Parliament, my goal is to ensure continuing respect for the Queensland Parliament by acting fairly and in the interests of all Queenslanders.   It is a great honour to build on the work of previous members to have held this high office ...

Dandiir is taken from the phrase ‘Tago Dandiir’ – Tago meaning altogether and Dandiir being the action of meeting or coming together. This room is also commonly used for Parliamentary Committee hearings and briefings, as well as private meetings, conferences ...

A major project to repair the exterior of the Parliamentary Annexe and refurbish Members' Annexe offices and bedrooms is currently underway and due for completion in early 2024. Key project works include: installation of extensive scaffolding on level 7 ...

PINNACLES Two sandstone chimney flues, also called terminals or pinnacles, stand on the northern side of the Speakers’ Green. These were salvaged during their removal. The Renaissance style Parliament House is described in the Conservation Plan as being ...

Since 1994, committees of the Parliament have undertaken the estimates process, which is one of the key mechanisms to examine government expenditure, performance and effectiveness. It holds ministers to account and provides a level of transparency to the ...

Overview Petitioning is one of the traditional forms by which citizens can make requests direct to Parliament. A petition is a formal request signed by at least one person and placed before the Parliament with the object of persuading the Parliament to take ...

The Clerk of the Parliament or his officers are able to advise informally before signatures are collected as to whether a draft petition will be acceptable for presentation to the Assembly. To contact the Clerk's office please call 07 3553 6451 or email ...

The paper petitions process is essentially the same petitions process that has been operating in Queensland for over 140 years. It involves a paper petition being circulated in the community for signatures and then lodged by a member or the Clerk.   Lodging ...

Standing Orders provide that the Clerk shall refer a copy of the material parts of every petition presented to and received by the House to the Minister responsible for the administration of the matter which is the subject of the petition. The Minister shall ...

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Since its construction, the Undumbi Room has been used: As a temporary chamber for the Legislative Assembly during the 1979 – 82  refurbishment of the Old House (pictured left) As a media room during the 1980s-90s. It was set up for virtual ...

In the Spotlight: Parliamentary Committees - Friday 15 October 2021 A live-streamed discussion, with audience Q&A, about the impact of portfolio committees in Queensland   Queensland Parliament has a unique portfolio committee system. We celebrated its 10 ...

Overview The Record of Proceedings is the official record of the debates and procedures of the Queensland Parliament's Legislative Assembly; that is, it is a record of what is said in the House and a record of the procedural events of the House. The Record of ...

The Queensland Parliament makes, modifies or repeals laws by Acts of Parliament - often referred to as statutes or legislation. Legislation is passed by the Legislative Assembly and is given Royal Assent in the name of His Majesty the King by the Governor. ...

As the personal representative of the Sovereign, the Governor must always remain non-political. The Governor represents all Queenslanders and it is their duty to ensure that Queensland always enjoys stable government. The Governor has a range of other duties. ...

On 6 June 1859, Queen Victoria approved the creation of a new colony to be called Queensland. On 10 December of the same year, Sir George Ferguson Bowen arrived in Brisbane as the new colony's Governor and officially proclaimed the Colony of ...

In 2022, ten historically significant maps were identified for restoration. The conservation of these maps, some of which have been held by the Parliament since 1899, will allow them to be displayed from time to time and shared with the people of Queensland. ...

The Early Stages An extensive fire which burnt most of the wooden structures in Queen Street in December 1864 came perilously close to the convict barracks. This event made the construction of a purpose-built parliamentary building a high priority. The ...

Housing the Governor was the new Parliament's priority building project. As a result, the building of Government House currently located within the Queensland University of Technology grounds, commenced in late 1860. Constructed of Woogaroo sandstone from ...

The Central Queensland sitting of Parliament was held in Rockhampton from 4 to 6 October 2005 at the Pilbeam Theatre. The adjacent Rockhampton Art Gallery was transformed into members' office space for the duration of the sitting. The electorates of ...

The Queensland Legislative Assembly met in Cairns for the sixth regional sitting of the Queensland Parliament from Tuesday 9 to Thursday 11 May 2023. The Regional Sitting provided visitors the opportunity to view first-hand democracy in action. PROGRAM The ...

Teachers are invited to book an excursion for their primary and secondary class groups. Excursions will be provided by the Parliamentary Education Team on Tuesday 9, Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 May 2023. The excursion program will include viewing Parliament ...

Background to the Women’s Suffrage Petitions A changing society Proposals for women’s suffrage in Queensland appeared as early as 1871, when, during a parliamentary debate on electoral reform, the Leader of the Opposition, Sir Charles Lilley suggested women ...

The Queensland Parliamentary Service 2022-23 Annual Report was tabled on 28 September 2023 and is available below. 2022-23 Annual Report in full   Annual Report 2022-23 (PDF 23 MB) 2022-23 Annual Report by section Report cover ...

Further Information The links below provide information on the numerous avenues via which individuals and groups can get involved with Queensland’s democratic institutions. Learn More About Parliament and Government  Voting in Queensland  Read ...

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List of events   2023 Brisbane Open House - Sunday, 16 July 2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm Christmas in July - Friday, 14 July 2023 Easter High Tea - Tuesday, 4 April 2023 War Service Honour Board Update   2021 Dine at Parliament House - 31/12/2021 Second World War: ...

State-sponsored Referendums Queenslanders have participated in eight State-sponsored referendums since the establishment of the Queensland Parliament. The first was in 1899 and the last in 2016. Only three of these eight questions have been resolved in the ...

Queensland Parliamentary Record 2017 - 2020: The 56th Parliament A major reference tool of which Part One provides concise biographical material about Members of the 56th Queensland Parliament and details of the electorate they represent. Part Two includes ...

No. 23 - July to December 2022 No. 22 - Jan to June 2022 No. 21 - July to December 2021 No. 20 - January to June 2021 No. 19 - July to December 2020 No. 18 - January to June 2020 No. 17 - July to December 2019 No. 16 - January to ...

40th CPA Australia and Pacific Regional Conference 1 - 3 November 2023   The Queensland Parliament is delighted to be hosting the 40th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Australia and Pacific Regional Conference at Parliament House, Brisbane. Conference ...

Charles Tiffin Tiffin contributed greatly to the quality of historical architecture throughout Queensland. Apart from designing Parliament House, he was also responsible for Old Government House, Customs House, the Old Ipswich Court House, the Lands Office, ...

Members’ Remuneration Handbook Issued by the Clerk of the Parliament pursuant to section 60 of the Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013, the purpose of this document is to identify- a) current remuneration (i.e. salaries, allowances and ...

The Youth Parliament program will include a Youth Parliament and a dedicated Junior Indigenous Youth Parliament in the week of our Regional Sitting.  Youth Parliaments are an exciting opportunity for years 5 and 6 students to gain hands-on understanding of ...

As part of the Armistice Day Centenary in 2018, Queensland Parliament commissioned the War Service Honour Board to commemorate the service and sacrifice of former Queensland Parliament Members. The War Service Honour Board is displayed in Parliament House ...

North Queensland Regional Parliament 2019 The Queensland Parliament held a Regional Sitting of Parliament in Townsville from 3 - 5 September 2019 at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre. The historic event saw thousands of visitors from the ...

The annual budget for the Legislative Assembly and the Parliamentary Service is presented to the Parliament each year in the form of an Appropriation (Parliament) Bill. While the Appropriation (Parliament) Bill outlines the total amount required for Members' ...

Mailing address  Cnr of George and Alice Streets, Brisbane, QLD, 4000        Telephone  Free Call - 1800 197 809 ...

Annual Report 2021 - 22 (PDF 1.33 MB) Annual Report 2020 - 21 (PDF 96.1 MB) Annual Report 2019 - 20 (PDF 6.61MB) Annual Report 2018 - 19 (PDF 3.43 MB) Annual Report 2017 - 18 (PDF 3.43 MB) Annual Report 2016 - 17 (PDF 3.43 MB) Annual ...

The Parliamentary Service maintains contact details of all surviving former members. For privacy reasons, these details are not published. Persons with a legitimate need to contact a former member may contact the Parliamentary Service at ...

Members of the first Parliament - 1860 Queensland’s first Parliament - Historical Background Following the establishment of the colony of Queensland on 6 June 1859, Sir George Ferguson Bowen was appointed as the new colony’s first Governor on 10 December ...

WELCOME TO THE BRISBANE SOUTH YOUTH PARLIAMENT   Schools from the Brisbane South region are invited to nominate up to 10 Year 5 or Year 6 students to participate in the Brisbane South Youth Parliament, which will be held at Parliament House on Friday 28 ...

WELCOME TO THE BUNDABERG YOUTH PARLIAMENT Schools from the Bundaberg and surrounding regions are invited to nominate up to 10 Year 5 or Year 6 students to participate in the Bundaberg Youth Parliament, which will be held Thursday March 24 2022. The Youth ...

WELCOME TO THE ROMA YOUTH PARLIAMENT Schools from the Roma and surrounding regions are invited to nominate up to 10 Year 5 or Year 6 students to participate in the Roma Youth Parliament, which will be held Thursday November 17 2022. The Youth Parliament is ...

How Can I Get Involved? Parliamentary Committees How are laws made? What is Queensland Parliament? How are laws made? What is Queensland Parliament? Links Activites Petitions to Queensland Parliament LEARN How can I get involved?How citizens engage with ...

Former Estimates Hearings The estimates process aids the Parliament in its scrutiny of the Government’s proposed expenditure. Since 1994, committees of the parliament have undertaken the estimates process, by examining and reporting on the proposed ...

In line with Queensland government regulations, Parliament House has introduced electronic contact tracing and public tour visitors will be required to sign-in via QR Code. General Public Tours - Monday to Friday Parliamentary attendants conduct a variety ...

School Tours (Primary - Year 9)   Primary - Year 9 School Tour Information Teachers are invited to book a tour of Parliament House for their primary and secondary class groups (up to year 9) either by phone (07) 3553 6000 or by booking online. Book a school ...

Seminar Outline This half-day seminar will provide the most up to date and practical information on the reform and modernisation of Queensland’s parliamentary committee system and its impacts on public sector officers. The structure and purpose of the new ...

SHADOW MINISTER LOBBYIST MEETINGS   On 21 August 2024, the Legislative Assembly passed the following order: That— 1. members of parliament who hold or have held shadow minister or shadow assistant minister portfolios during the 57th Parliament are directed ...

Construction: The Lucinda, named for Lady Jeanie Lucinda Musgrave, second wife of then Governor of Queensland, Sir Anthony Musgrave1,was a steam ship constructed for the Queensland Government by William Denny & Brothers, Dumbarton, Scotland2.   Her vital ...

Ipswich Youth Parliament About the event The Ipswich Youth Parliament will be held on Friday 8 August 2025 in the Legislative Assembly Chamber, Parliament House, Brisbane.  This hands-on parliamentary experience is an exciting opportunity for Year 5 and 6 ...

The Queensland Parliament will, subject to approval by the Speaker, publish committee minutes aged at least 30 years old. Portfolio committee documents held by the Parliament and not previously released, may be considered for publication in the following year ...

Celebrating 100 Women in Queensland Parliament At the Opening of the 58th Parliament in 2024, we marked a historic milestone as over 100 women have now been elected to Queensland Parliament. We honour the trailblazers who paved the way and those who continue ...

Work of Committees Find out more about work of the committees You can apply for a range of casual roles with Queensland Parliament.  We’re a large and dynamic organisation with a wide range of positions available to suit your skillset, experience and ...

The Opening of Parliament is a significant event in Queensland’s parliamentary calendar. This marks the 58th occasion since 1860 that Members have gathered to begin a new term in service to those who elected them. Following a general election, there are three ...

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During sitting days members of the public can view their parliament at work from the Legislative Assembly Chamber public gallery, subject to current capacity restrictions. For more information phone +61 7 3553 6000. Located either side of the O'Donovan ...

Browse registers of Legislative Assembly tabled papers from May 1860 to October 2020   Note: Tabled Papers online from July 1923 -> current 57th Parliament - 1st Session : November 2020 to September 2024 56th Parliament - 1st Session : February 2018 ...

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On 1 October 2024, a Proclamation from the Governor was received dissolving the 57th Parliament and issuing a writ to a general election to be held on 26 October 2024. Following the election, details will be updated for the 58th Parliament as and when formal ...

Issue #4, 2024 What’s been happening? The 57th Parliament of Queensland dissolved on 1 October 2024 (26 ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

OPPOSITION LEADER'S DIARY Information about meetings and activities is available from the diary of the Leader of the Opposition. View Documents ARCHIVED OPPOSITION LEADER'S DIARY Diary of the Leader of the Opposition for previous Parliamentary terms. View ...

57th Parliament Jarrod Bleijie MP Ros Bates MP David Jantezki MP Fiona Simpson MP Dale Last MP Deb Frecklington MP Steve Minnikin MP Tim Nicholls MP Dr Christian Rowan MP Dan Purdie MP Tim Mander MP Tony ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2024 March ...

Each year we bring the Queensland Parliament to classrooms around Queensland. Our regional program: is free  has a duration of around an hour or a timetabled lesson is suitable for Year 5 to Year 12 students studying HASS, Civics and Citzenship ...

BRISBANE LEGAL STUDIES YOUTH PARLIAMENT Nominations are now closed, as this program occurred on Friday 19 April, 2024. The Brisbane Legal Studies Youth Parliament provided an opportunity for senior school students currently studying Legal Studies to ...

NORTHERN LEGAL STUDIES YOUTH PARLIAMENT Nominations are now closed, as this program occurred on Friday 10 May 2024.  The Northern Legal Studies Youth Parliament provided senior school students currently studying Legal Studies from Cairns and surrounding ...

WELCOME TO THE MOUNT ISA YOUTH PARLIAMENT Schools from Mt Isa and the surrounding regions are invited to nominate up to 10 Year 5 or Year 6 students to participate in the Mt Isa Youth Parliament, which will be held on Wednesday 27 March 2024. The Youth ...

YOUTH PARLIAMENT COMMON QUESTIONS: How many students can schools nominate? Schools are invited to nominate up to a maximum of 10 students from Year 5 and 6. The number of student participants allocated per school will depend on the number of schools that ...

WELCOME TO THE CAIRNS YOUTH PARLIAMENT   Schools from the Cairns region are invited to nominate up to 10 Year 5 or Year 6 students to participate in the Cairns Youth Parliament, which will be held on Friday 10 May 2024.    The Youth Parliament is an exciting ...

Program Overview The Parliamentary Education Seminar program aims to enhance a student's knowledge and understanding of the processes of Parliament and Government in Queensland. These workshops are free of charge and aimed at senior Legal Studies classes.  ...

The Parliamentary Education Team offers professional learning opportunities for teachers to further their understanding of parliamentary processes and governance in Queensland. Teachers are also welcome to attend our paid professional programs, including ...

Archived copies of the Opposition Leader's Diary are available below:   57th Parliament - Mr David Crisafulli 2024 Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition diary - January Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition diary - February Extracts ...

58th Parliament Mark Bailey MP Nikki Boyd MP Glenn Butcher MP Cameron Dick MP Leeanne Enoch MP Di Farmer MP Shannon Fentiman MP Grace Grace MP Michael Healy MP Leanne Linard MP Lance McCallum MP Corrine ...

Primary - Year 9 School Tour Information Teachers are invited to book a tour of Parliament House for their primary and secondary class groups (up to year 9) either by phone (07) 3553 6000 or by booking online. Book a school tour online These tours, ...

Plan your excursion Pre-visit materials Although it can be helpful for the students to know something about parliament, prior knowledge is not a requirement of participating in our program.  Prior to your visit you may find the following resources useful: ...

Speakers' Corner - Holding a peaceful gathering in front of Parliament House The area in front of Parliament House  has traditionally been the scene of protests and gatherings. In 2010, a Speakers' Corner was established to acknowledge this history and ...

Visit us for Brisbane Open House!      Queensland Parliament House will be open on Sunday 14 July 2024, 10am-2pm. Journey through the heart of democracy in Queensland, including Chambers and rooms occupied by Members of Parliament since 1868. Visitors are ...

Indexes to Parliamentary Debates from 1860 Hansard produces an index of the proceedings of Parliament. These indexes can be used to : track the progress of bills follow a particular subject find speeches made by Members In 1996 the indexes ...

57th Parliament 2024 Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition's Chief of Staff diary - January Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition's Chief of Staff diary - February Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition's Chief of Staff diary - ...

Youth Parliament What is Youth Parliament? The Youth Parliament program provides school-aged students with the opportunity to experience the parliamentary processes of Queensland firsthand as Youth Members. Participation in this program is free. Students ...

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The Legislative Assembly consists of 93 Members, representing 93 electoral districts, who are elected by the people of Queensland. The Legislative Assembly consists of 93 Members, representing 93 electoral districts, who are elected by the people of ...

The Queensland Parliament uses language which can sometimes be hard to understand. This glossary lists a number of words used by Parliament and explains what they mean.   To view the Committees glossary please visit: ...

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Our free Youth Parliament program gives hundreds of school students the opportunity to gain a hands-on understanding of Queensland’s parliamentary process each year. Learn more about this unique experience by visiting our Key resources page or view the list ...

The Queensland Parliament consists of the Monarch and the Legislative Assembly. In accordance with the State’s constitution, the Monarch is personally represented by the Governor. The Queensland Parliament is unicameral, meaning it has only one parliamentary ...

The Queensland Parliament consists of the Queen (usually represented by the State Governor) and the Legislative Assembly. The Legislative Assembly consists of 93 directly elected Members, representing 93 electorates. This structure is defined in Section 2A of ...

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Between 2002 and 2023, six sittings of the Parliament occurred in regional Queensland cities.

Parliamentary committees have their own language which can sometimes be hard to understand. This glossary lists a number of words used by committees and explains what they mean.   To view the Parliament's general glossary please ...

SHADOW MINISTER DIARY - Hon. SHANNON FENTIMAN MP Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on ...

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Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2025 ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2025 ...

Information about meetings and activities is available from the diaries of Shadow Ministers. In accordance with The Queensland Opposition Handbook extracts from the diary of Shadow Ministers are published on this site on a monthly basis.   2025 ...

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58th Parliament 2025 Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition's Chief of Staff diary - January Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition's Chief of Staff diary - February Extracts from the Leader of the Opposition's Chief of Staff diary - ...

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26 Nov 1997 9291996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 89SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTWEDNESDAY, 26 NOVEMBER 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

21 Nov 1997 9071996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 87SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTFRIDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

27 Nov 1997 9371996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 90SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTTHURSDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 1997The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Notice of Motion for Thursday next – House to ...

28 Jan 1997 4391996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 47SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTTUESDAY, 28 JANUARY 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

20 Mar 1997 5171996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 52SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTTHURSDAY, 20 MARCH 1997CONTENTSAbsence of Premier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 27 AUGUST 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforNEXT SITTING DAY(DATE TO BE ADVISED)The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 15 SEPTEMBER 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notice of Motion – Dissent from Speaker's Ruling . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 19 MAY 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notice of Motion for Thursday next – ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 5 AUGUST 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 14 MAY 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Notice of Motion – Dissent from ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 26 AUGUST 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 6 AUGUST 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 23 APRIL 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion for Thursday next – House to take note of committeereport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 17 MARCH 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notice of Motion for Thursday next – House to take note ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 12 MAY 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notice of Motion – Dissent from Deputy ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 25 AUGUST 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Order of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 5 AUGUST 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

28 Oct 1997 8171996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 81SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTTUESDAY, 28 OCTOBER 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

25 Nov 1997 9171996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 88SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTTUESDAY, 25 NOVEMBER 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 3 MARCH 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Order of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

7 Oct 1997 7811996–97LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF QUEENSLANDVOTES AND PROCEEDINGSNO. 78SECOND SESSION OF THE FORTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENTTUESDAY, 7 OCTOBER 1997CONTENTSAdjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 1998The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSESTIMATES COMMITTEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9GENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion – Dissent from Speaker's Ruling . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 30 MAY 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 31 MAY 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion – Revocation of ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 20 JUNE 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 7 SEPTEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion – ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 1 JUNE 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 23 AUGUST 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSESTIMATES COMMITTEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11GENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 9 NOVEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion – Dissent from Speaker's ruling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Notices of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 14 NOVEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 18 OCTOBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notices of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforTUESDAY, 22 AUGUST 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSESTIMATES COMMITTEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9GENERAL BUSINESS—Matters of Public Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion – ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 4 OCTOBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notices of Motion – Dissent from Speaker's ruling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

NOTICE PAPERforFRIDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Orders of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3GOVERNMENT BUSINESS—Notice of Motion – Revocation ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 8 NOVEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Notice of Motion – Dissent from Speaker's ...

NOTICE PAPERforWEDNESDAY, 15 NOVEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Notice of Motion for Thursday next – House to ...

NOTICE PAPERforTHURSDAY, 16 NOVEMBER 2000The House meets this day at 9.30amCONTENTSGENERAL BUSINESS—Notice of Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Notice of Motion for Thursday next – House to ...