Speeches

When it comes to the challenge of illicit drug use, politicians are not the experts. We have to set aside our preconceived notions and learn from the doctors, nurses and paramedics who work with drug users every day.

When Dutton chooses to vilify and denigrate those seeking asylum and the community groups that support them, he does not speak for the people of New South Wales.

What is clear is that, whether Parliament chooses to ban greyhound racing or reform the industry, we can no longer turn a blind eye to the cruelty revealed in the media and in the McHugh report.

Motion in support of the Inner West Council's Perfect Match Program

Motion condemning the Government's distribution of propaganda materials to spruik plans for the Bays Precinct.

Motion condemning the Baird Government's tolls for Westconnex.

When one thinks about Marrickville one thinks about the Red Devils. For 70 years the club has represented the inner west on the football field and engaged adults and countless kids in health and sport.

A motion acknowledging the tenacity and resilience of women in sport, who often contend with less funding and support than their male counterparts.

Today is a day to celebrate the proud and enduring culture of indigenous Australians, a culture that stretches back over 40,000 years and which represents the oldest living culture in the world.

The Addison Road Community Centre is a vital part of the Inner West.