Entries for November 2008

GOVERNMENT SURVEY SHOWS PARENTS DON'T CONSIDER PUBLISHING FUNDING A PRIORITY

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today that the Federal government’s desire to publish non-government schools private funding sources is not considered a priority by parents according to the Government’s own survey, “The survey shows that the publishing of schools funding ranks equal... ... more

Indonesia: Budgetary Support

Mr RUDDOCK (Berowra) (3.48 pm)—I thank you for the call, Mr Speaker, to question the Treasurer and to seek information which will be of interest to honourable members. I refer the Treasurer to reports that the government is considering a request from Indonesia for emergency budgetary support of more... ... more

ORBITAL POLITICS

There is no orbital road surrounding Sydney. There is a south, south western and western road - the ‘M7’ Motorway. In the same region there is the Cumberland Highway, likewise Woodville Road and Silverwater Roads serving the same localities. In the north, each of these roads lead to Pennant Hills ... ... more

CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION CEREMONY FOR OVERSEAS VOLUNTEERS

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP is to present volunteers’ certificates under the 2008 Certificate of Appreciation Program. “It is a pleasure to recognise the efforts made by constituents who have served abroad. Eight constituents are eligible for a certificate having served overseas, some... ... more

GOVERNMENT THREAT TO VETERANS’ ENTITLEMENTS

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said the imminent passage of legislation to terminate the Partner Service Pension entitlement for partners after 12 months separation, signals an ominous shift from entitlement to welfare. The legislation, about to be introduced into the Senate will termina... ... more

NEW CHILDCARE COLLAPSE DEMANDS ACTION

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today the Federal government must move quickly to reassure Australian parents and childcare industry workers that it has a long-term plan to ensure the future of childcare, following the collapse of CFK Child Care Centres in his electorate. “Two CFK Ch... ... more

APOLOGY TO THE FORGOTTEN AUSTRALIANS AND FORMER CHILD MIGRANTS SPEECH

I do not speak on the motion on the national apology to the forgotten Australians and former child migrants with any alacrity. It is a very tragic situation that brings us to this point and, like many who have spoken on this matter, I intend to inform the parliament and hopefully the people of Austr... ... more

FUNDING WELCOME FOR LOCAL COUNCILS, BUT WHAT ABOUT REFORM?

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP has welcomed the allocation funds in the electorate of Berowra as part of the Australian Government’s fiscal stimulus package, but said the Federal Government had failed to address the need to reform local government at the meeting of Mayors and Shire presid... ... more

NOTICE OF MOTION IN THE SENATE TO ESTABLISH A SELECT COMMITEE ON MEN'S HEALTH

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP welcomed a Notice of Motion in the Senate ion by Senator Cory Bernardi to establish a Select Committee on Men’s Health. The Select Committee on Men’s Health will be investigating general issues related to the availability and effectiveness of education, sup... ... more

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY 2008

The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today that the International Day of People With Disability occurs annually on 3rd December each year. “I encourage constituents to join me in celebrating the unique skills of people with disability by promoting this day and encouraging participation by... ... more

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