Private Members Statement - Wakehurst Electorate Housing Affordability
February 08, 2024
It is a sobering fact that Sydney has the second-most expensive housing in the world, outstripped only by Hong Kong. Runaway house prices over recent decades have and will continue to reshape our society, exacerbating inequality and making life harder for many.
Read MoreQuestion Time - Northern Beaches Youth Mental Health Services
November 30, 2023
My question is directed to the Minister for Health representing the Minister for Youth and Minister for Mental Health. When can the northern beaches community expect a decision about the full delivery of enhanced youth mental health services committed by the previous New South...
Read More24 Hour Economy Commissioner Bill 2023
November 29, 2023
I speak in support of the 24-Hour Economy Legislation Amendment (Vibrancy Reforms) Bill 2023. I was considering props and reading this at an RPM speed of 33 1/3, 45 or even 78—I said I was old. During my election campaign, I made very clear...
Read MoreClimate Change (Net Zero Future) Bill 2023
November 29, 2023
I welcome the opportunity to speak to the Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Bill 2023, and I congratulate the Government on prioritising this legislation so early in its term. It is clear there is a genuine intention to establish a robust framework as soon...
Read MorePetitions - NSW Ambulance & Paramedics
November 23, 2023
I support this petition, which calls out the fact that New South Wales paramedics are the lowest paid in the country and how this is affecting performance as well as their mental health and causing a churn. We have seen pay increases for other...
Read MorePrivate Members Statement - Energy Efficiency
November 23, 2023
Today my private member's statement builds on my advocacy to ensure that the New South Wales Government supports consumers on their journey to reduce their carbon emissions. In response to my question last month, Minister Dib informed the House that the Minns Labor Government's...
Read MorePublic Interest Debate - Domestic and Family Violence
November 22, 2023
Mr MICHAEL REGAN (Wakehurst) (17:03): I move: That this House: (1)Notes that Saturday 25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and that the sixth annual "Let's end domestic violence" vigil is being held this Friday night outside Customs House from...
Read MoreQuestion Time - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services
November 21, 2023
My question is directed to the Minister for Health. In December 2022 the Kedesh residential drug and alcohol rehab facility closed in Mona Vale. I am sure the Minister does not think it is acceptable that we have no public sector rehab in northern...
Read MoreQuestion Time - Renewable Energy
October 18, 2023
My question is directed to the Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government representing the Minister for Energy. In the recent budget the New South Wales Government announced $100 million in electricity rebates for eligible households. Rather than just short-term relief, will the New South...
Read MorePrivate Members Statement - Wakehurst Electorate School Infrastructure
October 17, 2023
Today I speak about school infrastructure in my electorate of Wakehurst. Wakehurst has 26 primary and secondary schools in total, comprised of 16 primary schools, four secondary schools, and six combined primary and secondary, and 17 public schools and nine private schools. Through my...
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