Speeches

Sport is central to the Australian story, and the Australian way of life.

Summer has come and that means the cricket season is here.

I spoke on the Community Protection Legislation Amendment Bill 2018

Rainbow Families NSW is the peak organisation in Australia representing LGBTIQ parents and carers, and will be holding Australia's first ever LGBTIQ-focues antenatal classes.

It is with great regret that I acknowledged the passing of Ann Symonds, a member of the Legislative Council from 1982 to 1998 and hero to Labor women.

The core tenet of public education is that every child should have access to the highest standard of quality education and be able to reach their full potential.

This week marks the first anniversary of the historic announcement that 62 per cent of Australians voted in favour of marriage equality.

I spoke on a bill to reform the governance structures at Saint Paul's College.

I gratefully acknowledge Ms Ruth Turnell, who has served as the Principal of Ferncourt Public School in Marrickville for 13 years, and who is about to embark on her well‑earned retirement.

I acknowledge the work of Albert Vella as he retires from his role of President of the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools after 15 years of distinguished service.