- Dec 2, 2020
Loss of languages at Belconnen High and end of year
As the end of the year approaches, I took the opportunity in the Assembly today to thank the residents in my electorate, those who...
- Aug 12, 2020
Adoption Amendment Bill 2020
Thank you, Madam Speaker, and I sincerely thank the minster for the work that she, her staff, and all others involved have put into...
- Oct 24, 2019
Youth Mental Health
A report we received yesterday revealed that one-quarter of young Canberrans are experiencing psychological distress. Figures were higher...
- Sep 18, 2019
Continuing the call for external review for child protection decisions
Most child protection decisions in the ACT are not subject to external review. This is a serious defect that has been repeatedly pointed...
- May 13, 2019
Decision to rip family apart was 'dead wrong'
I AM the mother of five children. Each one is precious to me. I love them, worry about them, teach and correct them – and feel an...
- Apr 3, 2019
ACT out-of-home care system ranks last
The CREATE Foundation represents all Australian children and young people in out-of-home care. Five years ago they released a...