May 1, 2019 | Indigenous Protected Areas
I understand the importance of the Indigenous rangers. They work to care for country, protect our environment and preserve sites of cultural significance. The Coalition Government is investing a record $830 million for Indigenous Rangers and Indigenous Protected areas...
Apr 30, 2019 | Climate Change
As a founding member of an environmental group to protect and enhance the Gippsland Lakes, I have a long history of supporting practical environmental projects in our region. I have successfully organised several community action days to clean up parts of our region...
Feb 21, 2019 | Strengthening the Mortgage Broking Industry
The Treasurer, The Hon Josh Frydenberg MP, has released the Royal Commission’s final report from the Inquiry into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry and with it, the government’s response. The government has agreed to take action...
Feb 12, 2019 | National Issues
This government has always supported and respected the ABC’s legislated independence. That is why the government’s appointments to the ABC Board have always been made in accordance with the ABC’s legislation. The claims being made by GetUp! and their friends in the...
Nov 5, 2018 | Live Animal Exports
The issue of live export of Australian sheep is complex and requires a considered response by government. No-one condones the mistreatment of animals and I was appalled by the video footage of sheep suffering in poor conditions taken in August 2017. Animal cruelty in...
Nov 2, 2018 | Sex Discrimination Act 1984
The Federal Government is a strong defender of traditional rights and liberties, and is committed to protecting freedom of religion. All Australians should be free to choose their religion, and be entitled to express and practise their beliefs, without intimidation...
