Parliamentary speeches

Consideration in detail - population

September 17, 2019

I would like to thank the Assistant Treasurer for his contribution to this debate but I will not mislead the House, unlike his contributions on Labor's voting record. I'd ask him to have a look at the Hansard and perhaps come back to the principal chamber of the House...

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Taste of Thomastown Festival

September 16, 2019

I'm very proud that I get to represent the amazing suburb of Thomastown in this place and have the opportunity on many occasions to talk about the great things that are happening there.

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Federation of Nepalese Community Associations of Australia

September 16, 2019

Last week, I had the great honour of being part of a very important celebration and I may say, an even more important declaration of intent for Nepali Australians but also for all of us in this proudly multicultural society.

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Migration Amendment (Streamlining Visa Processing) Bill 2019 - Second Reading

September 11, 2019

...let me be very clear, Labor strongly believes in preserving and enhancing the integrity of Australia's immigration system. This is a core responsibility of national government, something that cannot be neglected, under resourced or, even worse, contracted out.

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Multiculturalism & Aurora Community Association

September 10, 2019

It was a great honour to have been appointed as Labor's spokesperson for multicultural affairs by the Leader of the Opposition following the election. In the present circumstances, it is also a great responsibility to stand up for multicultural communities and for diversity and inclusion around Australia.

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Sydney Metro West project

September 09, 2019

It is my great pleasure to join my colleagues the member for Parramatta, the member for Chifley and the member for Macarthur in raising and responding to this very important motion. It has been my pleasure to listen to their contributions...

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