I share the horror of so many in my community at the destruction and death that have been occurring in Gaza under Israel’s military action. These people in my community want to see international law upheld and civilians protected, and they realise that any push...
I want to turn to Pine Gap. I’m aware that there is longstanding practice by successive governments not to comment on specific operational matters or activities at Pine Gap, but I’m aware of the narrative on social media and in the community—and from some...
I can see that. Secretary, this morning we finally got some answers on notice that were asked at last estimates, on 25 October, about export permits that have been issued to the State of Israel. We were advised that two weapons export permits have been granted to...
I want to discuss the Australian victim of terrorism overseas payment. I understand this payment of $75,000 is available for people affected by the 7 October Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel. Does this payment also apply to people who are primary or secondary victims...
I will add here that I’m deeply concerned at the Israeli government’s decision to launch attacks in Rafah, where more than one million Palestinians have sought refuge since the Israeli government warned them to leave northern Gaza. As the Australian...
