October 12, 2023

It is no coincidence that my first private member's statement in this place was about the proposed rezoning and development of the Lizard Rock site on Morgan Road, Belrose. This threat was a key motivation for me to stand at the March 2023 election. During...

September 14, 2023

In the lead-up to the March election, I made it clear that protecting koalas and their habitat was a statewide policy priority for me. Like so many in the community, I am disturbed by the evidence showing that koalas are on track for extinction. I...

September 13, 2023

Mr MICHAEL REGAN: That is good to see. My question is directed to the Minister for Health. In March this year the previous Government committed to building a new ambulance station in Dee Why and other areas across the State. When will this new station be...

August 24, 2023

Today I speak on an urgent matter of road and pedestrian safety. The road in question is none other than Forest Way, which carries and connects us all on the northern beaches. 

August 03, 2023

Ms YASMIN CATLEY (Swansea—Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism): I move: That this House: (1) Notes that the Government has launched the Bus Industry Taskforce, to address the devastating impacts privatisation has had on networks across the State, including in the electorate of Swansea. (2) Notes that...

August 03, 2023

I have long been an advocate for accelerating the uptake of rooftop solar, and I want as many households and businesses as possible to enjoy the benefits of the transformative, miraculous technology that captures abundant sunlight from otherwise unused roof space and turns it...

August 02, 2023

Even that one. Indeed, the public interest case for fully electric homes and buildings, meaning no connection to methane gas, is very compelling. Fully electric homes are cheaper to run, are healthier for families and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. I welcomed the announcement from...

August 02, 2023

My question is directed to the Minister for Health, representing the Minister for Mental Health. In June 2022 the former New South Wales Government committed to establish four acute paediatric mental health beds at Northern Beaches Hospital. One year later, the beds have not...

June 29, 2023

Firstly, I thank the more than 12,000 residents who signed the petition. They want this Chamber to hear a clear message. Precious bushland on the northern beaches should be protected for future generations and, in fact, everywhere—let us be honest. The petition before the...

June 29, 2023

I am genuinely conflicted about this referral motion, and I will speak both for and against the motion to explain why I am genuinely annoyed and conflicted. I note that the students from St Augustine's and Killarney Heights had to leave, for which I...