Full Transcript: We are celebrating the thirtieth anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality. It is an important milestone to remember how far we have come in many ways. The fact that the disregard of historical offences has taken so long is also a reminder of how far we have yet to go. Like other speakers,…

Full Transcript: Once again, the Not Our Fault campaign is outside these Houses asking for help to address the immediate fire safety issues in people’s homes. While commitments have been made, we still have no clarity as to when substantive measures to help with defective apartments or even when interim supports to address immediate fire…

Full Transcript: We have had an independent review of the operation of our abortion legislation. Indeed, it is being debated this morning at a meeting of the Joint Committee on Health and there will also be votes in this regard this evening. While these aspects have highlighted the challenges and the need for reform of…