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LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
2011-12
FIRST SESSION OF THE FIFTY-FIFTH PARLIAMENT
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VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS
No. 82
TUESDAY 8 MAY 2012
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VOTES AND PROCEEDINGS OF THE NEW SOUTH WALES LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
Tuesday 8 May 2012
1 MEETING OF THE HOUSE
The House met at 12.00 noon pursuant to adjournment. The Speaker took the Chair, read the prayer and acknowledged the traditional owners, thanking them for their custodianship of country.
2 NOTICES OF MOTIONS (GENERAL NOTICES)
3 PRIVATE MEMBERS’ STATEMENTS
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The Acting Speaker (Mr Lee Evans) left the Chair at 1.29 pm.
The Speaker resumed the Chair at 2.15 pm.
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4 MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR
The Speaker reported a message from Her Excellency the Governor assenting to the following bill:
3 May 2012
Act No. 23 Road Transport (General) Amendment (Vehicle Sanctions) Bill.
5 NOTICES OF MOTIONS
6 NOTICES OF MOTIONS SOUGHT TO BE ACCORDED PRIORITY
Mr Bart Bassett—North-West Rail Link.
Mr Robert Furolo—Infrastructure Building.
7 QUESTION TIME
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Disorder: By direction of the Speaker, Ms Linda Burney was removed from the Chamber by the Deputy Serjeant-at-Arms.
Disorder: At 3.07 pm, the Speaker directed Dr Andrew McDonald to leave the Chamber for one hour.
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8 DISCLOSURES BY MEMBERS
The Speaker tabled the Supplementary Ordinary Returns by Members of the Legislative Assembly as at 31 December 2011.
Ordered to be printed.
9 PASSENGER TRANSPORT ACT
The Clerk, in accordance with section 46D of the Passenger Transport Act 1990, announced receipt of Office of Transport Safety Investigations Report entitled “Bus Safety Investigation Report, Coach Fire, Douglas Park, 26 September 2011” (received 4 May 2012).
10 RAIL SAFETY ACT
The Clerk, in accordance with section 74 of the Rail Safety Act 2008, announced receipt of the report of the Independent Transport Safety Regulator entitled “Implementation of the NSW Government’s response to the Final Report of the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Waterfall Rail Accident Reporting period: January – March 2012” (received 4 May 2012).
11 STATE OWNED CORPORATIONS ACT
The Clerk, in accordance with section 27 of the State Owned Corporations Act 1989, announced receipt of the Voting Shareholders’ Approval under section 20W(3) of the State Owned Corporations Act 1989 for the Sydney Water Corporation to dispose of Australian Water Technologies Pty Ltd, dated 1 May 2012 (received 7 May 2012).
12 PAPER
Mr Mike Baird, by leave, tabled the Variations of the Payments Estimates and Appropriations for 2011-12, under section 24 of the Public Finance and Audit Act 1983, flowing from the transfer of functions between the Department of Finance and Services and the Department of Family and Community Services.
13 LEGISLATION REVIEW COMMITTEE
Mr Stephen Bromhead, Chair, tabled the report of the Legislation Review Committee entitled “Legislation Review Digest No. 16/55”, dated 8 May 2012.
Ordered to be printed.
Mr Stephen Bromhead also tabled minutes of the committee meeting regarding Legislation Review Digest No. 15/55.
14 STATUTORY RULES AND INSTRUMENTS
The Clerk tabled notices of the making of the following statutory rules and instruments published on the Legislation Website (LW) or in the Government Gazette (GG):
For the week ended 4 May 2012 –
Children’s Court Act 1987—Practice Note No. 8—Apprehended Domestic and Personal Violence Proceedings in the Children’s Court (GG No. 47 of 4 May 2012, p 1245).
Electricity Supply Act 1995—Electricity Supply (General) Amendment (Solar Feed-in Tariffs) Regulation 2012 (LW 4 May 2012).
Road Transport (Driver Licensing) Act 1998—
(a) Road Transport (Driver Licensing) Amendment (Licence Renewal Fees) Regulation 2012 (LW 4 May 2012).
(b) Road Transport (Driver Licensing) Amendment (Police Exemptions) Regulation 2012 (LW 4 May 2012).
Stock Medicines Act 1989—Stock Medicines (Newcastle Disease (Avian Paramyxovirus) Vaccine) Order 2012 (GG No. 47 of 4 May 2012, p 1226).
Supreme Court Act 1970—
(a) Criminal Appeal Rules (Amendment No. 1) 2012 (LW 4 May 2012).
(b) Supreme Court Rules (Amendment No. 419) 2012 (LW 4 May 2012).
15 PETITIONS
The Clerk announced that the following members had each lodged petitions for presentation:
Ms Clover Moore—from certain citizens requesting the provision of bus services to the Walsh Bay precinct and the provision of ferry services to the new wharf at Pier 2/3.
Ms Clover Moore—from certain citizens requesting that companion animals be allowed to travel on all public transport.
Ms Clover Moore—from certain citizens opposing the sale of animals in pet shops.
Ms Clover Moore—from certain citizens requesting a container deposit levy be introduced in New South Wales.
Ms Clover Moore—from certain citizens requesting a ban on exotic animals performing in circuses.
Ms Clover Moore—from certain citizens requesting the removal of the blanket ban on pets in accommodation by-laws, rules, and in tenancy agreements.
16 GENERAL BUSINESS (COMMUNITY RECOGNITION NOTICES)
The Speaker informed the House that in accordance with the resolution of 21 February 2012, general business notices of motions (general notices) nos 221 to 239, 242 to 247, 249 to 253, 255, 257, 259 to 261, 263, 264, 266 to 272, 274 to 280, 283 to 286, 288 to 293, 295 to 302, 304, 306 to 308, 310 to 313, 315 to 319, 321 to 324, 326, 328 to 332, 334, 336, 339, 342, 343 and 345 had been reclassified as general business (community recognition notices).
The Speaker obtained the leave of these House for consideration of the general business (community recognition notices) forthwith.
Question proposed—That the following motions, given by the members as indicated, pursuant to notice, be formally agreed to:
(1) YMCA 2011 YOUTH PARLIAMENT
Mr Gareth Ward—That this House:
(1) Congratulates the organisers of the YMCA 2011 Youth Parliament.
(2) Acknowledges all members of Parliament who took part in proceedings, including the Premier.
(3) Commends local high school student and Youth member for Kiama, Peter Mumford for his contribution during the proceedings.
(4) Acknowledges the Government's contribution of $10,000 to enable participants from indigenous and culturally diverse backgrounds to take part in the next YMCA Youth Parliament.
(2) LACHLAN MCVICAR, HUNTER’S LEUKAEMIA FOUNDATION
Ms Sonia Hornery—That this House acknowledges Lachlan McVicar for over 12 years volunteer work for the Hunter’s Leukaemia Foundation, including helping to drive patients to hospital, organising other volunteers and chairing the Foundation Committee.
(3) NORTHERN ILLAWARRA NEIGHBOUR AID
Mr Lee Evans—That this House:
(1) Notes that Northern Illawarra Neighbour Aid has moved into new premises in Helensburgh.
(2) Commends the work done by this mainly volunteer organisation in providing services, such as Meals on Wheels and organising transport to medical appointments for the frail, aged and disabled residents of the Northern Illawarra.
(3) Commends the group for supporting their community.
(4) ABORIGINAL HEALTH AND MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL
Ms Linda Burney—That this House:
(1) Congratulates the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council on the establishment of the Aboriginal Health College at Little Bay.
(2) Recognises the leadership role of Christine Simpson, OAM CM, Chairperson, and Sandra Bailey, CEO.
(3) Notes that 60 graduates in 2011 have gained a wide range of awards in areas of health that affect First Nation People.
(4) Notes the importance of Aboriginal health professionals involvement in the delivery of health outcomes for Aboriginal Peoples.
(5) CANCER COUNCIL
Mr Mark Coure—That this House:
(1) Notes that Daffodil Day this year is on the 26 August 2011.
(2) Notes the hard work of the Cancer Council in advocacy, prevention, research and support for people with cancer.
(3) Calls on all members of this House to support the work of the Cancer Council.
(6) NEW LAMBTON FOOTBALL CLUB
Ms Sonia Hornery—That this House:
(1) Congratulates New Lambton Football Club for raising money for the cancer charity, CanTeen.
(2) Notes the club will hold various fundraising events and hopes to raise a total of $2500 for the charity.
(7) WOLLONDILLY ANGLICAN SCHOOL
Mr Jai Rowell—That this House:
(1) Congratulates Wollondilly Anglican School on its recent production of “Bye Bye Birdie”.
(2) Acknowledges the leads, Tammy Nelson, Briony Roelandis, Genevieve Woods, Jacob Fleming and Hannah Buick for their outstanding performances.
(3) Acknowledges the Wollondilly Anglican School staff for its leadership and in particular headmaster Dr Stewart Quarmby; creative arts director and conductor, Simon Denley; backdrops coordinator, Belinda Taylor; music director, Mrs Sarah Talbot; choreographer, Mrs Christie Lee Ferris, together with Samantha Pool and Brandan Hay.
(4) Acknowledges the entire cast and crew including the orchestra and stage production crew on a fantastic performance.
(8) CAMPSIE SALVATION ARMY
Ms Linda Burney—That this House:
(1) Congratulates the Campsie Salvation Army for establishing and running a homework centre.
(2) Notes the high number of children and families especially from non-English speaking backgrounds attending and benefitting from the centre.
(3) Notes that 40 to 60 children, on average, attend the centre each session.
(4) Congratulates the wonderful volunteers involved.
(9) COUNCIL OF INDIAN AUSTRALIANS
Mr Matt Kean—That this House:
(1) Congratulates the Council of Indian Australians on its India Fair Day held on 7 August 2011.
(2) Commends the work of Dr Yadu Singh and his committee including Subba Rao Varigonda, Stanley D’Cruz, Praful Desai, Keyur Desai, and Shailendra Wadhwa in organising such a successful event.
(3) Acknowledges the contribution made by the Indian Australians in Hornsby and the wider community to Australian culture, society and the economy.
(10) INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE WORLD'S INDIGENOUS PEOPLE
Mrs Barbara Perry—That this House:
(1) Notes that 9 August 2011 is International Day of the World's Indigenous People.
(2) Celebrates the important role that Australia's indigenous people have played in the development of our nation.
(3) Expresses sorrow at the mistreatment of indigenous communities in Australia and around the world.
(11) SOUTH COAST TOURISM AWARDS
Mr Gareth Ward—That this House:
(1) Acknowledges the South Coast Tourism Awards which recognises the economic and social contribution of local tourism operators.
(2) Congratulates the awards finalists Lisa Kelsey from the Sebel Harbourside in Kiama, Rajarshi and Sophie Ray from the Silos Winery Estate in Berry, Sally Bursell from the Kiama Visitors Centre, Professor Michael Hough from Wings Over Illawarra and Mark Bryant from Kiama Rugby Sevens.
(12) BULLI SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB
Mr Lee Evans—That this House:
(1) Congratulates the Bulli Surf Life Saving Club celebrating its 98th year of service to the community of Bulli and notes its centenary in two years time.
(2) Congratulates all Club members on their record of never experiencing a death at Bulli, when patrolled, in its 98 years.
(3) Acknowledges the Club’s surf life saving achievements and their awards.
(13) HURSTVILLE AND ST GEORGE POLICE LOCAL AREA COMMANDS
Mr Mark Coure—That this House:
(1) Notes the outstanding work of police in the Hurstville and St George Local Area Commands.
(2) Acknowledges and thanks the Police from both area commands who combined this year for the St George Regional Police Ball raising money for Bear Cottage, which provides support to families, in particular sick children in our community.
(14) MR DAVE TORR OAM
Mr Jai Rowell—That this House:
(1) Notes the death of Mr Dave Torr OAM.
(2) Acknowledges the work Mr Torr undertook through his volunteer work at the Rail Transport Museum which began at Enfield and later at Thirlmere.
(3) Extends its condolences to Mr Torr’s family, his wife Wendy and their sons.
(15) CAN-TOO
Mr Matt Kean—That this House:
(1) Notes the work done by “Can-too” in raising funds for cancer research.
(2) Congratulates Margaret-Anne Hayes for her efforts in raising funds for cancer research and Can-too, in particular for organising the Old Fashioned Country Ball at Hornsby RSL on 5 August 2011.
(3) Calls on members of this House to support the work of Can-too and the other organisations in raising funds for cancer research.
(16) MR DAVID JESSON, SHELLHARBOUR CITY COUNCIL
Mr Gareth Ward—That this House:
(1) Congratulates David Jesson on his tenure as Administrator of Shellharbour City Council.
(2) Acknowledges his efforts to improve the governance and performance of Shellharbour City Council and his advocacy of important local projects such as Shell Cove Marina.
(3) Thanks Mr Jesson for his efforts in serving the people of Shellharbour.
(17) HEATHCOTE HIGH SCHOOL FASHION PARADE
Mr Lee Evans—That this House:
(1) Congratulates the students of Heathcote High School who were involved in the recent fashion parade.
(2) Acknowledges the high calibre of sewing skills at the fashion parade.
(3) Recognises the effort and dedication of the teaching staff at Heathcote High School.
(18) ST GEORGE LIONS CLUB
Mr Mark Coure—That this House:
(1) Thanks the Lions Club of St George for its ongoing charity work for the community.
(2) Notes its contribution to the Jeans for Genes Day on Friday 5 August 2011.
(3) Calls on all members of this House to support the work of local groups such as the Lions Club in their community.
(19) PROJECT EYEWATCH
Mr Jai Rowell—That this House:
(1) Acknowledges the timely implementation of Project Eyewatch, that brings the Neighbourhood Watch program in to the 21st century.
(2) Congratulates Mr John Chew from Macarthur Gardens in the Wollondilly electorate for his involvement in the local program.
(20) KENDALL COMMUNITY OP SHOP
Mrs Leslie Williams—That this House:
(1) Recognises the ongoing work of the Kendall Community Op Shop and especially the ongoing and significant financial contribution it makes to local projects.
(2) Commends the dedication of the hardworking committee members, both past and present.
(21) DANIELLE TAYLOR, NETBALL PLAYER
Ms Sonia Hornery—That this House congratulates Danielle Taylor of the Wallsend electorate on her selection in the New South Wales Netball Team for the School Sports Australia championship to be held in Darwin in October 2011.
(22) TARA BOYD, KARATE
Mr Jai Rowell—That this House:
(1) Congratulates Tara Boyd of the Wollondilly electorate on her recent success in winning the Australian Karate Federation’s national under 10’s kata championships in Caloundra, Queensland.
(2) Acknowledges Tara’s other significant achievements in 2011 including gold medals in the Commonwealth Karate championships, the Junior Olympics held in the USA and the USA Karate Open held in Las Vegas.
(3) Congratulates her karate instructor Shihan Ivan Pacek for his skill and dedication.