The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today that he sends out many birthday and anniversary messages to his electorate and has done so for over 34 years.
“It is important that people receive official anniversary messages celebrating a special birthday or wedding anniversary with personal c... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP stated his sadness at the passing of local identity Maurice Smith OAM.
“Maurice was a popular local and his passing marks the end of a very special era, as he was an outstanding local citizen and a true gentle man. He served the community for decades, part... ... more
Mr RUDDOCK (Berowra) (9.05 am)—On indulgence, I raised this matter in the debate and I used the words ‘more abundant caution’. I did so very deliberately because in my experience, when there is possible doubt, one ought to act in a way which will protect those who may be exposed. I have listened ver... ... more
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HANSARD
18TH FEBRUARY 2008
APOLOGY TO AUSTRALIA’S INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Mr RUDDOCK (Berowra) (4.00 p.m.)—Can I first say that I very much wanted to be associated with this motion of apology to Australia’s Indigenous people. I do so because I strongly support that apology. I m... ... more
Can I first say that I very much wanted to be associated with this motion of apology to Australia’s Indigenous people. I do so because I strongly support that apology. I make that statement because there are some, it is said, who believe it is politic to support it. In my view, the support of this m... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP stated that the softening up process by the Rudd Labor government to drastically reduce road funding around Australia that has begun is of concern.
“Labor is using incomplete and old statistics in an attempt to downplay Coalition funding commitments for lan... ... more
Mr RUDDOCK (Berowra) (9.56 pm)—Madam Deputy Speaker Burke, in the spirit of the occasion, let me offer my personal congratulations to you and invite you to convey to the Speaker formally my congratulations, which I have already conveyed to him informally. I have had the opportunity over some time of... ... more
I want to be associated with this condolence motion because I am probably the only member of the House of Representatives who served with Kim Beazley Sr. It was a great privilege to do so and I intend to outline something of the circumstances of that service. I might say, before the member for Canbe... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP has urged constituents to support Woolworths’ Drought Action Day 08 to be held this Friday 15 February with Woolworths Supermarkets again giving an entire day's profit to the farming community.
“Although recent rains and improved climate forecasts have lift... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today applications for the National Emergency Volunteer Support Fund Applications in 2008/09 are now invited.
“Volunteer support funding is intended to assist organisations to develop recruitment, retention and training initiatives,” Mr Ruddock said. ... ... more