- Women’s Health Week:
- Rebecca White, MP (ALP, Lyons) emphasized the importance of Women’s Health Week, addressing biases in healthcare and promoting the theme “Say yes to you,” encouraging women to prioritize their health (Page 1).
- Discussed reforms under the Albanese government, including the addition of menopausal hormone therapy to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) (Pages 1-2).
- Highlighted the narrative of Melissa, a woman who benefited from these reforms.
- Bipartisan Acknowledgment:
- Melissa McIntosh, MP (LP, Lindsay) acknowledged Women’s Health Week, commemorating historical activists and emphasizing the role of female healthcare workers (Page 2).
- Called for bipartisan efforts to advance menopause care and endometriosis management (Pages 2-3).
- Statements on the Australian National Flag:
- Patrick Gorman, MP (ALP, Perth) celebrated Australian National Flag Day, reflecting on its historical significance and representing diversity and unity (Pages 4-6).
- Legislative Bills:
- Freedom of Information Amendment Bill 2025 introduced by Michelle Rowland, MP (ALP, Greenway), focusing on enhancing government transparency (Pages 8-9).
- Administrative Review Tribunal and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 was also presented by Rowland, aimed at improving decision-review processes.
- Defence Legislation Amendment Debate:
- The Defence Amendment (Defence Honours and Awards Appeals Tribunal) Bill 2025 faced criticism from cross-party members, notably Darren Chester and Tim Wilson, who argued it could impede the rights of ADF members and veterans (Pages 20-40).
- Concerns were raised about the lack of consultation with veterans’ groups regarding honour recognition (Pages 20-39).
- General Member Statements:
- Jamie Chaffey, MP (NATS, Parkes) reported success in the Mundi Mundi Bash, emphasizing community involvement and charitable contributions (Page 43).
- Healthcare Initiatives:
- Luke Gosling, MP (ALP, Solomon) outlined government actions to strengthen Medicare, including funding for a new urgent care clinic in Darwin (Page 44).
- Michael McCormack, MP (NATS, Riverina) criticized decisions denying veterans medallic recognition, urging for greater acknowledgment of their contributions (Page 44).
- Gabriel Ng, MP (ALP, Menzies) condemned attacks on the Jewish community and supported government actions against the Iranian regime (Page 44).
- Elizabeth Watson-Brown, MP (AG, Ryan) argued against the perceived prioritization of property developers over public housing investment (Page 44).
- Kara Cook, MP (ALP, Bonner) noted reductions in PBS medicine costs, benefitting local families (Page 45).
- Tom French, MP (ALP, Moore) raised awareness about chronic kidney disease and the importance of detection (Page 45).
- Jodie Belyea, MP (ALP, Dunkley) promoted government initiatives in reducing prescription costs and improving mental health services (Page 46).
- Community Engagement and Local Matters:
- Zoe McKenzie, MP (LP, Flinders) criticized the closure of a local post office, citing neglect (Page 46).
- Tania Lawrence, MP (Hasluck) praised community contributions by Lorraine Mills, emphasizing public service (Page 71).
- Concerns over wind turbines impacting rural farmland were raised by Michael McCormack, highlighting community conflicts (Page 71).
- Jodie Belyea discussed World Suicide Prevention Day and concerns regarding men’s health (Page 72).
- Colin Boyce, MP (Flynn) questioned the economic impacts of diesel decarbonization policies on local communities (Page 74).
- Final Legislative Discussions:
- Ongoing talks stressed continued legislative reforms to enhance women’s health initiatives and equity in healthcare access, particularly for disadvantaged communities (Pages 80-89).
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