We have called for the release of hostages. We have called for humanitarian access. We’ve called for the protection of civilian life. I’ve also said—and I was criticised by some—the self-evidence point that I would have thought all of us would want to see...
It’s so important that we don’t let hate divide us, especially during these very challenging times. My heart goes out to the innocent men, women and children of Palestine, Israel and Ukraine and their families here in Australia who are currently suffering....
On a different note, may I also bring to the attention of this chamber something that is very difficult for so many. That is the conflict in Israel and Gaza. I have met with members of the Jewish community and also members of the Muslim community, and these...
I actually saw Minister Clare deal with this matter—I think it was in question time—in the House of Representatives, where he made very clear that his expectation, as the Minister for Education, is that students should be at school during school hours. He did that in...
Last week Senator Paterson rushed to call an incident on the US-Canadian border a terrorist attack. Only two hours later, the New York Governor confirmed there was no indication of terrorist involvement. Facts, not fear, are what we need in this place. They are what...