Urgency Lacking on Sexual Violence Justice Reforms

Andrew asked the Attorney-General about delays in implementing important sexual violence justice reforms. You can watch the question and answer below: “Although the Australian Law Reform Commission released its final…

Question to PM on Andrew’s referral of Government to NACC

“Prime Minister, I’ve referred to the National Anti-Corruption Commission my concern that individuals in the Federal Government, when formulating gambling policy, have been improperly influenced by individuals in the private sector.” …

Minister must stamp out local post office closures

Andrew asked the Minister for Communications the following question about local post office closures during Question Time: “Minister I’ve spoken to many Post Office licensees, and it’s clear that Australia…

Taxpayers left to fill big holes?

Andrew asked the Minister for Resources the following question about mine site remediation during Question Time: “Minister, in the 1990s, whistleblower Jim Leggate blew the lid on non-remediated mine sites…

More to do to address violence against women

Andrew asked the Prime Minister about men’s violence against women in Question Time. You can watch the question and answer here: “Prime Minister I acknowledge your government’s commitments and investments…

Defence and Veterans’ Workshop secure

Andrew asked the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs about to guarantee the future of the Defence and Veterans’ Workshop at Derwent Barracks, following the sale of the site. “Minister the Defence…

The Government’s reported gambling ad changes

Andrew asked the Prime Minister about media reports the Government would shortly announce reforms to gambling advertisements. A great many Australians have lobbied tirelessly, and seemingly endlessly, for a gambling…

Shipping fuel situation needs close attention

Andrew asked the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, the following question about Australia’s marine fuel oil security in the Parliament. You can watch or read Andrew’s question…

PM needs to get out of the way on a gambling ad ban

Andrew asked the Minister for Communications about lack of progress on a gambling ad ban during Parliament Question Time. His question was as follows: “Minister, it’s almost three years since…