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PUBLICATIONS ALSO AVAILABLE Parliamentary History Publications

An Enduring Friendship: Western Australia and Japan – Past, Present and Future. David Black and Sachiko Sone (eds.), 2009. An Index to Parliamentary Candidates in Western Australian Elections State and Federal 1890–2010. David Black, 2010. Biographical Register of Members of the Parliament of Western Australia, Volume One 1870–1930. David Black and Geoffrey Bolton, 1990. Revised and updated 2001. Biographical Register of Members of the Parliament of Western Australia, Volume Two (Revised Edition) 1930–2010. David Black and Geoffrey Bolton, 2004. Catalogue of Photographs Relating to Parliament Including Glass Negatives of Images of Former Parliamentarians. John D. Mandy, 1985. Election Statistics: Legislative Assembly of Western Australia 1890–1996. David Black, 1997. House to House: The Story of Western Australia’s Government and Parliament Houses over 175 years. Phillip Pendal and David Black, 2004. Legislative Council of Western Australia. Membership Register, Electoral Law and Statistics 1890–1989. David Black, 1989. Revised 1991. Legislative Council of Western Australia: Elections and Electoral Law 1867–1890. David Black and Brian de Garis, 1992. Making a Difference: Women in the Western Australian Parliament 1921–1999. David Black and Harry Phillips, 2000. Ministerial Portfolio Listings – Western Australia: including Official Offices held 1832–1890 prior to Responsible Government. David Black, 1992. Parliament: Mirror of the People? Members of the Parliament of Western Australia 1890–2007. Phillip Pendal, David Black and Harry Phillips, 2007. Speakers and Presidents of the Western Australian Parliament. Harry Phillips, 2004. The House on the Hill. A History of the Parliament of Western Australia 1832–1990. David Black 9ed.), 1991. Women Parliamentarians in Australia 1921–1996: A Register of Women Members of Commonwealth, State and Territory Parliaments in Australia. David Black, 1996.

Parliamentary Education Publications A Citizen’s Guide to the Western Australian Parliament. Harry Phillips, third ed., 2009. About Parliament fact sheet series* Active Citizenship – Celebrating the Centenary of Federation at Parliament House, National Trust and King’s Park. Notes on the Parliament in Western Australia: Student Resource Book* Parliament of Western Australia: Structure and Function* Puzzle out Parliament: Understanding the Parliament of Western Australia, DVD, 2009. Second Reading: Parliamentary Government in Western Australia. Harry Phillips, 2002. (second internet ed. 2009) * Available on request from the Parliamentary Education Office, telephone (08) 9222 7829 Website: http://www.parliament.wa.gov.au Publications available from: State Law Publisher Ground Floor, 10 William Street, PERTH WA 6000 Telephone: (08) 9321 7688 Facsimile: (08) 9321 7536 E-mail: [email protected]

Published by the Legislative Assembly, Perth, Western Australia, 6000 Printed by the Government Printer, State Law Publisher

THE PARLIAMENT OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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FIRST SESSION OF THE THIRTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENT

No. 35

Compiled in the Offices of the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly Parliament House Perth 6000 Western Australia

ISSN 0312 – 6862

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PARLIAMENT OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

DIGEST 2008 – 2009

FIRST SESSION OF THE THIRTY-EIGHTH PARLIAMENT

CONTENTS

LEGISLATURE OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA ...... 2 BARNETT MINISTRY ...... 2 BARNETT MINISTRY (RECONSTITUTED) ...... 4 BARNETT MINISTRY (RECONSTITUTED) ...... 6 MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ...... 8 President ...... 10 Chairman of Committees ...... 10 Deputy Chairmen of Committees ...... 10 MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ...... 12 OFFICERS OF PARLIAMENT ...... 14 LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ...... 14 LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ...... 14 PARLIAMENTARY SERVICES ...... 14 COMMITTEES OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ...... 15 STANDING COMMITTEES ...... 15 SESSIONAL COMMITTEES...... 17 COMMITTEES OF THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ...... 18 STANDING COMMITTEES ...... 18 SESSIONAL COMMITTEES...... 21 JOINT STANDING COMMITTEES ...... 22 COMMITTEE REPORTS 2000 to 2009 ...... 24 LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ...... 24 LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ...... 31 JOINT STANDING COMMITTEES ...... 42 SUMMARY OF SITTINGS ...... 47 STATISTICAL SUMMARY OF SESSIONS ...... 48 BILL STATISTICS ...... 49 BILLS PROGRESS ...... 53 SYNOPSIS OF BILLS ...... 64 MOTIONS IN THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ...... 86 MATTERS OF PUBLIC INTEREST ...... 88 MOTIONS IN THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ...... 89 PETITIONS PRESENTED IN THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ...... 90 PETITIONS PRESENTED IN THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ...... 99 2 Parliament of Western Australia

LEGISLATURE OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

GOVERNOR

HIS EXCELLENCY DR KENNETH COMNINOS MICHAEL, AC

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

THE HONOURABLE DAVID KINGSLEY MALCOLM, AC

BARNETT MINISTRY

From 23 September 2008 Premier; Minister for State Development Hon COLIN JAMES BARNETT, BEc (Hons), MEc, MLA Deputy Premier; Minister for Health; Indigenous Hon Dr KIM DESMOND HAMES, MB BS, MLA Affairs Minister for Mines and Petroleum; Fisheries; Hon NORMAN FREDERICK MOORE, BA, Dip Ed, Electoral Affairs; Leader of the Government in the MLC Legislative Council Minister for Regional Development; Lands; Minister Hon BRENDON JOHN GRYLLS, MLA Assisting the Minister for State Development; Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport Minister for Education; Tourism; Women’s Interests Hon Dr ELIZABETH CONSTABLE, MA, DipEd, MEd, PhD, MLA Minister for Transport; Disability Services Hon SIMON McDONNELL O’BRIEN, MLC

Treasurer; Minister for Commerce; Science and Hon TROY RAYMOND BUSWELL, BEc, MLA Innovation; Housing and Works Minister for Police; Emergency Services; Road Hon ROBERT FRANK JOHNSON, BA, MLA Safety Minister for Sport and Recreation; Racing and Hon TERRENCE KEITH WALDRON, MLA Gaming; Minister Assisting the Minister for Health Minister for Planning; Culture and the Arts Hon JOHN HOWARD DADLEY DAY, BSc, BDSc, MLA Minister for Energy; Training Hon PETER CHARLES COLLIER, BA, DipEd, MLC Attorney General; Minister for Corrective Services Hon CHARLES CHRISTIAN PORTER, BEc, BA (Hons), LLB, MSc, MLA Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Hon ROBYN MARY McSWEENEY, BA, MLC Seniors and Volunteering Minister for Water; Mental Health Hon Dr GRAHAM GIBSON JACOBS, MB, BS, DRCOG, FRACGP, MLA Minister for Local Government; Heritage; Hon GIOVANNI MARIO CASTRILLI, Citizenship and Multicultural Interests DipAccounting, MLA Minister for Agriculture and Food; Forestry; Hon DONALD TERRENCE REDMAN, BSc, DipEd, Minister Assisting the Minister for Education MLA Minister for Environment; Youth Hon DONNA EVELYN MARY FARAGHER, MEd (Hons), BA (Hons), DipEd, MLC

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PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIES From 23 September 2008 Mr Murray Cowper – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Police; Emergency Services; Road Safety

Mr Tony Simpson – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Seniors and Volunteering

Mr Bill Marion – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Transport; Disability Services

Hon Helen Morton – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Water; Mental Health

Hon Wendy Duncan – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Regional Development; Lands; Minister Assisting the Minister for State Development; Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport

Hon Barry House – Parliamentary Secretary to the;  Minister for Agriculture and Food; Forestry; the Mid West and Wheatbelt

 Minister for Energy; Resources; Industry and Enterprise (with respect to Resources only) 4 Parliament of Western Australia

LEGISLATURE OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA GOVERNOR

HIS EXCELLENCY DR KENNETH COMNINOS MICHAEL, AC

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

THE HONOURABLE WAYNE STEWART MARTIN

BARNETT MINISTRY (RECONSTITUTED) From 9 February 2009

Premier; Minister for State Development Hon COLIN JAMES BARNETT, BEc (Hons), MEc, MLA Deputy Premier; Minister for Health; Indigenous Hon Dr KIM DESMOND HAMES, MB BS, MLA Affairs Minister for Mines and Petroleum; Fisheries; Hon NORMAN FREDERICK MOORE, BA, Dip Ed, Electoral Affairs; Leader of the Government in the MLC Legislative Council Minister for Regional Development; Lands; Minister Hon BRENDON JOHN GRYLLS, MLA Assisting the Minister for State Development; Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport Minister for Education; Tourism Hon Dr ELIZABETH CONSTABLE, MA, DipEd, MEd, PhD, MLA Minister for Transport; Disability Services Hon SIMON McDONNELL O’BRIEN, MLC

Treasurer; Minister for Commerce; Science and Hon TROY RAYMOND BUSWELL, BEc, MLA Innovation; Housing and Works Minister for Police; Emergency Services; Road Hon ROBERT FRANK JOHNSON, BA, MLA Safety Minister for Sport and Recreation; Racing and Hon TERRENCE KEITH WALDRON, MLA Gaming; Minister Assisting the Minister for Health Minister for Planning; Culture and the Arts Hon JOHN HOWARD DADLEY DAY, BSc, BDSc, MLA Minister for Energy; Training Hon PETER CHARLES COLLIER, BA, DipEd, MLC Attorney General; Minister for Corrective Services Hon CHARLES CHRISTIAN PORTER, BEc, BA (Hons), LLB, MSc, MLA Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Hon ROBYN MARY McSWEENEY, BA, MLC Seniors and Volunteering; Women’s Interests Minister for Water; Mental Health Hon Dr GRAHAM GIBSON JACOBS, MB, BS, DRCOG, FRACGP, MLA Minister for Local Government; Heritage; Hon GIOVANNI MARIO CASTRILLI, Citizenship and Multicultural Interests DipAccounting, MLA Minister for Agriculture and Food; Forestry; Hon DONALD TERRENCE REDMAN, BSc, DipEd, Minister Assisting the Minister for Education MLA Minister for Environment; Youth Hon DONNA EVELYN MARY FARAGHER, MEd (Hons), BA (Hons), DipEd, MLC

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PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIES From 9 February 2009 Hon Helen Morton – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Water; Mental Health

Hon Wendy Duncan – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Regional Development; Lands; Minister Assisting the Minister for State Development; Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport

Hon Barry House – Parliamentary Secretary to the;  Treasurer; Commerce; Science and Innovation; Housing and Works

Mr Murray Cowper – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Police; Emergency Services; Road Safety

Mr Tony Simpson – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Seniors and Volunteering; Women’s Interests

Mr Bill Marion – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Transport; Disability Services 6 Parliament of Western Australia

LEGISLATURE OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA GOVERNOR

HIS EXCELLENCY DR KENNETH COMNINOS MICHAEL, AC

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

THE HONOURABLE WAYNE STEWART MARTIN

BARNETT MINISTRY (RECONSTITUTED) From 17 November 2009

Premier; Minister for State Development Hon COLIN JAMES BARNETT, BEc (Hons), MEc, MLA Deputy Premier; Minister for Health; Indigenous Hon Dr KIM DESMOND HAMES, MB BS, MLA Affairs Minister for Mines and Petroleum; Fisheries; Hon NORMAN FREDERICK MOORE, BA, Dip Ed, Electoral Affairs; Leader of the Government in the MLC Legislative Council Minister for Regional Development; Lands; Minister Hon BRENDON JOHN GRYLLS, MLA Assisting the Minister for State Development; Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport Minister for Education; Tourism Hon Dr ELIZABETH CONSTABLE, MA, DipEd, MEd, PhD, MLA Minister for Transport; Disability Services Hon SIMON McDONNELL O’BRIEN, MLC

Treasurer; Minister for Commerce; Science and Hon TROY RAYMOND BUSWELL, BEc, MLA Innovation; Housing and Works Minister for Police; Emergency Services; Road Hon ROBERT FRANK JOHNSON, BA, MLA Safety Minister for Sport and Recreation; Racing and Hon TERRENCE KEITH WALDRON, MLA Gaming; Minister Assisting the Minister for Health Minister for Planning; Culture and the Arts Hon JOHN HOWARD DADLEY DAY, BSc, BDSc, MLA Minister for Energy; Training and Workforce Hon PETER CHARLES COLLIER, BA, DipEd, MLC Development Attorney General; Minister for Corrective Services Hon CHARLES CHRISTIAN PORTER, BEc, BA (Hons), LLB, MSc, MLA Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Hon ROBYN MARY McSWEENEY, BA, MLC Seniors and Volunteering; Women’s Interests Minister for Water; Mental Health Hon Dr GRAHAM GIBSON JACOBS, MB, BS, DRCOG, FRACGP, MLA Minister for Local Government; Heritage; Hon GIOVANNI MARIO CASTRILLI, Citizenship and Multicultural Interests DipAccounting, MLA Minister for Agriculture and Food; Forestry; Hon DONALD TERRENCE REDMAN, BSc, DipEd, Minister Assisting the Minister for Education MLA Minister for Environment; Youth Hon DONNA EVELYN MARY FARAGHER, MEd (Hons), BA (Hons), DipEd, MLC

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PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIES From 17 November 2009 Hon Helen Morton – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Treasurer; Commerce; Science and Innovation; Housing and Works

 Minster for Water; Mental Heath

Hon Wendy Duncan – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Regional Development; Lands; Minister Assisting the Minister for State Development; Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport

Hon Michael Mischin – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Attorney General; Corrective Services

Mr Murray Cowper – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Transport; Disability Services

Mr Tony Simpson – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Seniors and Volunteering; Women’s Interests

Mr Bill Marion – Parliamentary Secretary representing the:  Premier; State Development; Mines and Petroleum 8 Parliament of Western Australia

MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

THIRTY-EIGHTH PARLIAMENT – First Session

Speaker Hon GRANT ALLEN WOODHAMS

Deputy Speaker Mr MICHAEL WILLIAM SUTHERLAND

Acting Speakers Ms LISA LORAINE BAKER Mr VINCENT CATANIA Mr JOSEPH MICHAEL FRANCIS Mrs LIZA MARY HARVEY Mr PETER BRUCE WATSON

Member Electorate Party

Abetz, Peter, BAgrSci (Hons) ...... Southern River ...... Lib. Alban, Francesco Angelo ...... Swan Hills ...... Lib. Baker, Lisa Loraine, BSci, GradDipDevtStudies ...... Maylands ...... ALP Barnett, Hon Colin James, BEc (Hons), MEc ...... Cottesloe ...... Lib. Blayney, Ian Charles, ADipAgri ...... Geraldton ...... Lib. Bowler, John James Mansell, JP ...... Kalgoorlie ...... Ind. Britza, Ian Maxwell ...... Morley ...... Lib. Buswell, Hon Troy Raymond, BEc ...... Vasse...... Lib. 1Carles, Adele Simone, BComm, LLB (Hons) ...... Fremantle ...... GWA. Castrilli, Hon Giovanni Mario, DipAccounting ...... Bunbury ...... Lib. 2Catania, Vincent Alexander ...... North West ...... Nat. Constable, Hon Dr Elizabeth, MA, DipEd, MEd, PhD ...... Churchlands ...... Ind. Cook, Roger Hugh, BA, GradDipBus (PR) ...... Kwinana ...... ALP Cowper, Murray John, ExecCert (Bus), DipBusMangt, DipSearch&Rescue ...... Murray-Wellington ...... Lib. Day, Hon John Howard Dadley, BSc, BDSc ...... Kalamunda ...... Lib. Francis, Joseph Michael ...... Jandakot ...... Lib. Freeman, Janine Marie, BEc, GradDipOH&S ...... Nollamara ...... ALP Grylls, Hon Brendon John ...... Central Wheatbelt ...... Nat. Hames, Hon Dr Kim Desmond, MBBS ...... Dawesville ...... Lib. Harvey, Liza Mary ...... Scarborough ...... Lib. Hyde, John Norman, BA, DipEd ...... Perth ...... ALP Jacob, Albert Paul, BEnvDes, JP ...... Ocean Reef ...... Lib. Jacobs, Hon Dr Graham Gibson, MBBS, DRCOG, FRACGP ...... Eyre ...... Lib. Johnson, Hon Robert Frank, JP ...... Hillarys ...... Lib. Johnston, William Joseph ...... Cannington ...... ALP Kobelke, Hon John Charles, BSc, DipEd, JP ...... Balcatta ...... ALP Krsticevic, Antonio, BBus ...... Carine ...... Lib.

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Member Electorate Party

Logan, Hon Francis Michael, BA (Hons) ...... Cockburn ...... ALP McGowan, Hon Mark, BA, LLB, GradDipLP ...... Rockingham ...... ALP McGrath, John Edwin ...... South Perth ...... Lib. MacTiernan, Alannah Joan Geraldine, BA, LLB, BJuris, JP ...... Armadale ...... ALP Marmion, William Richard, BE, MBA ...... Nedlands ...... Lib. Martin, Carol Anne, BA ...... Kimberley ...... ALP Miles, Paul Terrance ...... Wanneroo ...... Lib. Mitchell, Andrea Ruth, BPE, DipEd, FAICD ...... Kingsley ...... Lib. Murray, Michael Philip ...... Collie-Preston ...... ALP Nahan, Dr Michael Dennis, BA, PhD ...... Riverton ...... Lib. O’Gorman, Anthony Patrick ...... Joondalup ...... ALP Papalia, Paul ...... Warnbro ...... ALP Porter, Charles Christian, BEc, BA (Hons), LLB, MSc ...... Bateman ...... Lib. Quigley, John Robert, LLB, JP ...... Mindarie ...... ALP Quirk, Margaret Mary, MA, LLB (Hons) ...... Girrawheen ...... ALP Redman, Hon Donald Terrence, BSc, DipEd ...... Blackwood-Stirling ...... Nat. Ripper, Hon Eric Stephen, BA, DipEd ...... Belmont ...... ALP Roberts, Hon Michelle Hopkins, BA, DipEd ...... Midland ...... ALP Saffioti, Rita, BBus ...... West Swan ...... ALP Simpson, Anthony James ...... Darling Range ...... Lib. Stephens, Hon Thomas Gregory, BA ...... Pilbara ...... ALP Sutherland, Michael William, BA, LLB, DipEd ...... Mount Lawley...... Lib. Tallentire, Christopher John, BAgribus (Hons) ...... Gosnells ...... ALP Templeman, David Alan, DipTchg, BEd ...... Mandurah ...... ALP 3Tinley, Peter Charles, AM, BA (Prof Studies), MDef Studies ...... Willagee ...... ALP Waddell, Andrew John, BBus ...... Forrestfield ...... ALP Waldron, Hon Terrence Keith ...... Wagin ...... Nat. Watson, Peter Bruce ...... Albany ...... ALP Whitely, Martin Paul, BCom, DipEd ...... Bassendean ...... ALP Woodhams, Grant Allen, BA, GradDipRecPlan, GradCertTerAdEd ...... Moore ...... Nat. Woollard, Dr Janet May, RN, BAppSc, LLB, MEd, PhD, JP ...... Alfred Cove ...... Ind. Wyatt, Benjamin Sana, LLB, MSc ...... Victoria Park ...... ALP

ALP – Australian Labor Party Lib. – Liberal Party Ind. – Independent Nat. – The Nationals GWA. – Greens (WA)

1. Succeeded Mr J.A. McGinty (resigned 3 April 2009) at by-election of 16 May 2009. 2. Resigned from the ALP on 20 July 2009; National Party member from 29 August 2009 3. Succeeded Mr A.J. Carpenter (resigned 2 October 2009) at by-election of 24 November 2009.

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MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (Until midnight on 21 May 2009) President Hon NICHOLAS DAVID GRIFFITHS

Chairman of Committees Hon SAMUEL GEORGE ERNEST CASH

Deputy Chairmen of Committees Hon GRAHAM THOMAS GIFFARD Hon RAYMOND JAMES HALLIGAN Hon SIMON McDONNELL O’BRIEN Hon KENNETH DUNSTAN ELDER TRAVERS Hon SHEILA MILLS

Member Region Party

Archer, Hon Shelley Frances ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... Ind. Baston, Hon Kenneth Charles ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... Lib. Benson-Lidholm, Hon Matthew Francis, BA, DipEd ...... South West ...... ALP Cash, Hon Samuel George Ernest, LLB (Hons), LLM, BBus, FCIS ...... North Metropolitan ...... Lib. Catania, Hon Vincent Alexander ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... ALP Chance, Hon Kimberley Maurice ...... Agricultural ...... ALP Collier, Hon Peter Charles...... North Metropolitan ...... Lib. Dermer, Hon Edmund Rupert Joseph, BSc (Hons), DipEd ...... North Metropolitan ...... ALP Donaldson, Hon Bruce Kirwan ...... Agricultural ...... Lib. Doust, Hon Catherine Esther ...... South Metropolitan ...... ALP Duncan, Hon Wendy Maxine, BA, GradDip (Business) ...... Agricultural ...... Nat. Ellery, Hon Suzanne Mary ...... South Metropolitan ...... ALP Ellis, Hon Brian Charles ...... Agricultural ...... Lib. Faragher, Hon Donna Evelyn Mary, BA (Hons), GradDipEd, MEd (Hons) ..... East Metropolitan ...... Lib. Farina, Hon Adele, BA, LLB ...... South West ...... ALP Fels, Hon Anthony James ...... Agricultural ...... Lib. Ford, Hon Jonathan Robert, JP ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... ALP Giffard, Hon Graham Thomas, BA, MA ...... North Metropolitan ...... ALP Griffiths, Hon Nicholas David, LLB ...... East Metropolitan ...... ALP Hallett, Hon Nigel Charles ...... South West ...... Lib. Halligan, Hon Raymond James, PNA ...... North Metropolitan ...... Lib. House, Hon Barry John, BEc, JP ...... South West ...... Lib. Llewellyn, Hon Paul Vincent, BSc, MSc ...... South West ...... GWA McSweeney, Hon Robyn Mary, BA, JP ...... South West ...... Lib. Mills, Hon Sheila, BA ...... South Metropolitan ...... ALP Moore, Hon Norman Frederick, BA, DipEd ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... Lib. 11 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

Member Region Party

Morton, Hon Helen Margaret ...... East Metropolitan ...... Lib. O’Brien, Hon Simon McDonnell ...... South Metropolitan ...... Lib. Pham, Hon Batong Vu ...... East Metropolitan ...... ALP Ravlich, Hon Ljiljanna Maria, BA (SocSc), DipEd, DipEd (Admin) ...... East Metropolitan ...... ALP Scott, Hon Barbara Mary ...... South Metropolitan ...... Lib. Talbot, Hon Sally Elizabeth, BA (Hons), DPhil, ARCM ...... South West ...... ALP Travers, Hon Kenneth Dunstan Elder ...... North Metropolitan ...... ALP Watson, Hon Giz, BSc ...... North Metropolitan ...... GWA ALP - Australian Labor Party; GWA - Greens (WA); Lib. - Liberal Party; Nat. - The Nationals 12 Parliament of Western Australia

MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (From 22 May 2009)

THIRTY-EIGHTH PARLIAMENT – First Session

President Hon BARRY JOHN HOUSE

Chairman of Committees Hon MATTHEW FRANCIS BENSON-LIDHOLM

Deputy Chairmen of Committees Hon KENNETH DUNSTAN ELDER TRAVERS Hon JONATHAN ROBERT FORD Hon MICHAEL MISCHIN Hon HELEN MARGARET MORTON Hon MAXWELL WAYNE TRENORDEN

Member Region Party

Baston, Hon Kenneth Charles ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... Lib. Behjat, Hon Elizabeth Lloyd ...... North Metropolitan ...... Lib. Benson-Lidholm, Hon Matthew Francis, BA, DipEd ...... Agricultural ...... ALP Bullock, Hon Helen Hong Hui, BComm, PostGradDip (Business), CPA ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... ALP Chapple, Hon Robin Howard ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... GWA Chown, Hon James Edward ...... Agricultural ...... Lib. Collier, Hon Peter Charles, BA, DipEd ...... North Metropolitan ...... Lib. Davies, Hon Mia Jane, BMM ...... Agricultural ...... Nat. Dermer, Hon Edmund Rupert Joseph, BSc (Hons), DipEd ...... North Metropolitan ...... ALP Doust, Hon Catherine Esther, BA ...... South Metropolitan ...... ALP Duncan, Hon Wendy Maxine, BA, GradDip (Business) ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... Nat. Edman, Hon Phillip John...... South Metropolitan ...... Lib. Ellery, Hon Suzanne Mary, BA ...... South Metropolitan ...... ALP Ellis, Hon Brian Charles ...... Agricultural ...... Lib. Faragher, Hon Donna Evelyn Mary, BA (Hons), GradDipEd, MEd (Hons) ...... East Metropolitan ...... Lib. Farina, Hon Adele, BA, LLB ...... South West ...... ALP Ferguson, Hon John Kilday ...... East Metropolitan ...... ALP Ford, Hon Jonathan Robert, JP ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... ALP Gardiner, Hon Philip Warren, BSc (Hons), MBA ...... Agricultural ...... Nat. Goiran, Hon Nicolas Pierre, BCom, LLB ...... South Metropolitan ...... Lib. Hallett, Hon Nigel Charles ...... South West ...... Lib. Hayden, Hon Alyssa Kathleen ...... East Metropolitan ...... Lib. Holt, Hon Colin James, BSc ...... South West ...... Nat. House, Hon Barry John, BEc, JP ...... South West ...... Lib. MacLaren, Hon Lynn Ellen ...... South Metropolitan ...... GWA 13 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

Member Region Party

McSweeney, Hon Robyn Mary, BA, JP ...... South West ...... Lib. Mischin, Hon Michael, LLB (Hons), BJuris (Hons) ...... North Metropolitan ...... Lib. Moore, Hon Norman Frederick, BA, DipEd ...... Mining and Pastoral ...... Lib. Morton, Hon Helen Margaret, AssocDip (OT) ...... East Metropolitan ...... Lib. O’Brien, Hon Simon McDonnell ...... South Metropolitan ...... Lib. Ravlich, Hon Ljiljanna Maria, BA, DipEd, DipEd (Admin) ...... East Metropolitan ...... ALP Talbot, Hon Dr Sally Elizabeth, BA (Hons), DPhil, ARCM ...... South West ...... ALP Travers, Hon Kenneth Dunstan Elder ...... North Metropolitan ...... ALP Trenorden, Hon Maxwell Wayne ...... Agricultural ...... Nat. Watson, Hon Giz, BSc ...... North Metropolitan ...... GWA Xamon, Hon Alison Marie, BA, LLB ...... East Metropolitan ...... GWA

ALP – Australian Labor Party Lib. – Liberal Party GWA – Green Independent Nat. – The Nationals

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OFFICERS OF PARLIAMENT

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

Clerk of the Assembly P.J. McHugh Deputy Clerk J.D. Mandy, BA Clerk Assistant (Committees) K.M. Robinson, BA (Hons), MA Clerk Assistant (Procedure) E.M. Kerr, BA PGradDip (Pol St)

Sergeant-at-Arms Dr J.M. Lawrinson, BA (Hons), PHD

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

Clerk of the Legislative Council and Clerk of the Parliaments M. Peacock Deputy Clerk N. R. Lake Clerk Assistant (House) P.A. Grant, BA (Hons), LLB Clerk Assistant (Committees) D. Allison, BA Usher of the Black Rod C. Hunt

PARLIAMENTARY SERVICES

Executive Manager R. Bremner, DipPersMgt, BBus, GradDipBus, CMAHRI, JP

Deputy Executive Manager and R. Hunter, GradCertBus, CertMgt, Human Resources Manager AMAHRI

Reporting Services Manager B. Corey, BA, ACSR

Building Services Manager G. MacDonald, CPEng, MIEAust

Catering Services Manager E. Schijf, GradDipBus, MBA

Finance Manager D.G. Timmerman, B Bus CPA

Information Technology Manager J. Buchanan

Library and Information Services Manager J.A. Ballantyne, BAppSc

Security Manager K.L. Craig

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COMMITTEES OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY

STANDING COMMITTEES

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND JUSTICE STANDING COMMITTEE

Members: Ms Alannah MacTiernan, MLA (Chair); Mr Albert Jacob, MLA (Deputy Chair); Mr Ian Britza, MLA; Mr Tony O’Gorman, MLA; Mr Tom Stephens, MLA

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Dr Brian Gordon Research Officer: Ms Jovita Hogan

Reports: Report 1: Inquiry into the Adequacy of Services to Meet the Developmental Needs of Western Australia's Children (LA 1184) – presented 13 August 2009 Report 2: Annual Report 2008–2009 (LA 1426) – presented 24 September 2009 Report 3: Inquiry into the Inside Australia Project at Lake Ballard (Menzies) (LA 1680) – presented 26 November 2009

ECONOMICS AND INDUSTRY STANDING COMMITTEE

Members: Dr Mike Nahan, MLA (Chairman); Mr William (Bill) Johnston, MLA (Deputy Chairman); Mrs Liza Harvey, MLA; Mr John McGrath, MLA; Mr Michael (Mick) Murray, MLA

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Dr Loraine Abernethie Research Officer: Ms Vanessa Beckingham

Reports: Report 1: Annual Report 2008–2009 (LA 1291) – presented 17 September 2009 Report 2: Provision, Use and Regulation of Caravan Parks (and Camping Grounds) in Western Australia (LA 1548) – presented 15 October 2009 Provision, Use and Regulation of Caravan Parks (and Camping Grounds) in Western Australia, Part 2 (LA 1549) – presented 15 October 2009

EDUCATION AND HEALTH STANDING COMMITTEE

Members: Dr Janet Woollard, MLA (Chair); Ms Lisa Baker, MLA (Deputy Chair from 6 May 2009); Mr Peter Watson, MLA; Mr Ian Blayney, MLA; Mr Peter Abetz, MLA; Hon. Jim McGinty MLA (until 3 April 2009)

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Dr David Worth Research Officer: Mr Timothy Hughes

Reports: Report 1: Inquiry into the Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 (LA 718) -– presented 12 March 2009 Report 2: Healthy Child – Healthy State: Improving Western Australia's Child Health Screening Programs (LA 921) – presented 21 May 2009 Report 3: Annual Report 2008-2009 (LA 1427) – presented 24 September 2009 Report 4: Children Missing Out – Education Support for: Students on 457 Visas, Students with a Disability (LA 1648) – presented 19 November 2009 16 Parliament of Western Australia

PROCEDURE AND PRIVILEGES COMMITTEE

Members: Hon Grant Woodhams, MLA (Chair); Mr Mark McGowan, MLA (Deputy Chair); Hon Francis (Fran) Logan, MLA; Mr Michael Sutherland, MLA; Mr Francesco (Frank) Alban, MLA

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Dr Julia Lawrinson Advisory Officer: Mr Peter McHugh Advisory Officer: Mr John Mandy

Reports: Report 1: Procedure and Privileges Committee's Response to Matters Raised in Corruption and Crime Commission Reports Referred under 27A of the CCC Act (LA 492) – presented 4 December 2008 Report 2: Report on Persons Adversely Referred to in the Legislative Assembly - Mr Robert (Bob) Falconer (LA 522) – presented 11 December 2008 Report 3: Report on Persons Adversely Referred to in the Legislative Assembly - Mr David Caporn (LA 719) – presented 12 March 2009 Report 4: Report on the Sitting times of the Legislative Assembly (LA 1196) – presented 20 August 2009 Report 5: Inquiry into Allegations Associated with the Removal of 'The Cliffe' from the State Register of Heritage Places (LA 1290) – presented 17 September 2009 Report 6: Disallowance Provisions for Subsidiary Legislation (LA 1647) – presented 19 November 2009 Report 7: Matters Arising from the Corruption and Crime Commission Report Tabled in the Legislative Assembly on 16 November 2009 (LA 1666) – presented 25 November 2009

PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE

Members: Hon. John Kobelke, MLA (Chair); Mr Joe Francis, MLA (Deputy Chair); Mr Antonio Krsticevic, MLA; Mr Chris Tallentire, MLA; Ms Rita Saffioti, MLA (from 15 October 2009); Hon. Alan Carpenter, MLA (until 2 October 2009)

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Ms Katherine Galvin (until 3 August 2009) Principal Research Officer: Ms Isla Macphail (from 3 August 2009) Research Officer: Mr Matthew Bates

Reports: Report 1: Review of the Reports of the Auditor General 2007–2008 (LA 733) – presented 19 March 2009 Report 2: Report of the Inquiry into the Implications of the Structure and Functions of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet and the Public Sector Commission (LA 961) – presented 11 June 2009 Report 3: Inquiry into the distribution of grant funds from the Confiscation Proceeds Account (LA 1292) – presented 17 September 2009 Report 4: Annual Report 2008–2009 (LA 1425) – presented 24 September 2009 Report 5: Review of the Reports of the Auditor General 2008–2009 (LA 1679) – presented 26 November 2009

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SESSIONAL COMMITTEES

PARLIAMENTARY SERVICES COMMITTEE

Members: Hon Grant Woodhams, MLA; Ms Lisa Baker, MLA; Mr Ian Blayney, MLA; Ms Carol Martin, MLA; Mr Tony Simpson, MLA; Mr Andrew Waddell, MLA

Staff: Secretary: Mr Russell Bremner

Note: This Committee meets jointly with the Parliamentary Services Committee of the Legislative Council.

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COMMITTEES OF THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

STANDING COMMITTEES

STANDING COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Members1: Hon Sheila Mills, MLC (Chair); Hon Bruce Donaldson, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Paul Llewellyn, MLC; Hon Robyn McSweeney, MLC Members2: Hon Brian Ellis, MLC (Chair); Hon Kate Doust, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Lynn MacLaren, MLC; Hon Colin Holt, MLC; Hon Phil Edman, MLC

Staff: Advisory Officer (General): Dr Vincent Cusack Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Denise Wong Advisory Officer: Ms Suzanne Valetta Research Officer: Ms Amanda Gillingham Committee Clerk: Ms Linda Omar

Reports: Report 14: Overview of Petitions Report (LC 427) – presented 9 December 2008 Report 15: Annual Report 2008 (LC 596) – presented 19 March 2009 Report 16: Municipal Waste Management in Western Australia (LC 778) – presented 19 May 2009 Report 17: Overview of Petitions Report (LC 1588) – presented 26 November 2009 Report 18: Inquiry into Deep Sewerage in the Cockburn Area (LC 1597) – presented 18 December 2009

ESTIMATES AND FINANCIAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

Members3: Hon Giz Watson, MLC (Chair); Hon Kenneth (Ken) Travers, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Sheila Mills, MLC; Hon Helen Morton, MLC; Hon Brian Ellis, MLC Members4: Hon Giz Watson, MLC (Chair); Hon Phillip Gardiner, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Elizabeth (Liz) Behjat, MLC; Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich, MLC; Hon Kenneth (Ken) Travers, MLC

Staff: Advisory Officer (General): Ms Lisa Peterson Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Anne Turner Advisory Officer (General): Mr Steve Hales Committee Clerk Ms Renae Jewell Committee Clerk: Mrs Carolyna Malouf

Reports: Report 14: Annual Hearings in relation to the Budget Estimates 2008/09 (LC 429) – presented 9 December 2008 Report 15: Annual Report 2008 (LC 597) – presented 19 March 2009 Report 16: Interim Report on the Public Sector Expenditure Inquiry: Request for a Member of the Legislative Assembly to appear before the Committee (LC 650) – presented 7 April 2009 Report 17: Budget Estimates 2007/08 (LC 690) – presented 9 April 2009 Report 18: Budget of the Office of the Auditor General (LC 723) – presented 7 May 2009 Report 19: Follow-up to Report 12 Balga Works Program (LC 724) – presented 7 May 2009 Report 20: “Royalties for Regions” Policy (LC 765) – presented 13 May 2009 Report 21: Report on the Inquiry into Public Sector Expenditure (LC779) – presented 19 May 2009 Report 22: Budget Estimates 2008/09 (LC 1038) – presented 13 August 2009 Report 23: Annual Hearings in Relation to the Budget Estimates 2009/10 (LC1086) – presented 8 September 2009

1 Committee membership expired on 21 May 2009. 2 Appointed to the committee on 4 June 2009. 3 Committee membership expired on 21 May 2009. 4 Appointed to the committee on 4 June 2009. 19 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

STANDING COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION

Members5: Hon Ken Baston, MLC, (Chair); Hon Giz Watson, MLC, (Deputy Chair); Hon Matt Benson- Lidholm, MLC; Hon Helen Morton MLC; Hon George Cash MLC (substitute Member for Hon Helen Morton from 14 November 2008) Members6: Hon Michael Mischin MLC, (Chair); Hon Sally Talbot MLC, (Deputy Chair); Hon Mia Davies MLC; Hon Helen Morton MLC; Hon Allison Xamon MLC

Staff: Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Denise Wong Committee Clerk: Mr Mark Warner Committee Clerk: Ms Kerry-Jayne Braat

Reports: Report 13: Annual Report 2008 (LC 426) – presented 9 December 2008 Report 14: Inquiry into the Jurisdiction and Operation of the State Administrative Tribunal (LC 791) – presented 20 May 2009 Report 15: Standardisation of Formatting Bill 2009 (LC 1454) – presented 22 October 2009

PROCEDURE AND PRIVILEGES COMMITTEE

Members7: Hon Nick Griffiths, MLC, President (Chairman); Hon George Cash, MLC (Deputy Chairman); Hon Graham Giffard, MLC; Hon Ray Halligan, MLC; Hon Simon O'Brien, MLC; Hon Ken Travers, MLC; Hon Sheila Mills, MLC Members8: Hon Barry House, MLC, President (Chair); Hon Matt Benson-Lidholm, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Jon Ford, MLC; Hon Michael Mischin, MLC; Hon Ken Travers, MLC; Hon Helen Morton, MLC; Hon Max Trenorden, MLC

Officers: Mr Malcolm Peacock, (Clerk) Mr Nigel Lake (Deputy Clerk) Mr Paul Grant (Clerk Assistant (Procedure)) Mr Donald Allison (Clerk Assistant (House))

Reports: Report 19: Petition for Relief – Noel Crichton-Browne (LC 400) – presented 3 December 2008 Report 20: Administering the Oath or Affirmation to Witnesses in Committee Proceedings (LC 1527) – presented 17 November 2009

STANDING COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Members9: Hon Barry House, MLC (Chair); Hon Ed Dermer, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Matthew (Matt) Benson–Lidholm, MLC; Hon Nigel Hallett, MLC; Hon Ljiljanna Ravlich, MLC (from 11 November 2008); Members10: Hon Max Trenorden MLC (Chair); Hon Jon Ford MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Ken Baston MLC; Hon Jim Chown MLC; Hon Ed Dermer MLC

Staff: Advisory Officer (General): Ms Suzanne Veletta Research Officer: Ms Amanda Gillingham Committee Clerk: Ms Jan Paniperis Committee Clerk: Ms Cassandra Stephenson

Reports: Report 9: Annual Report 2008 (LC 437) – presented 15 January 2009

5 Committee membership expired on 21 May 2009. 6 Appointed to the committee on 4 June 2009. 7 Committee membership expired on 21 May 2009. 8 Appointed to the committee on 4 June 2009. 9 Committee membership expired on 21 May 2009. 10 Appointed to the committee on 4 June 2009. 20 Parliament of Western Australia

Report 10: Inquiry into Statutory Office Holders' Grievance Procedures (LC 777) – presented 19 May 2008

STANDING COMMITTEE ON UNIFORM LEGISLATION AND STATUTES REVIEW

Members11: Hon Simon O’Brien, MLC, (Chair) (to 11 November 2008); Hon. Adele Farina MLC, (Chair) (from 11 November 2008); Hon Matthew (Matt) Benson–Lidholm, MLC (to 11 November 2008); Hon Sheila Mills, MLC; Hon. Nigel Hallett, MLC (from 11 November 2008); Hon Brian Ellis, MLC (from 11 November 2008) Members12: Hon Adele Farina MLC, (Chair); Hon Nigel Hallett, MLC (Deputy Chair); Hon Liz Behjat MLC; Hon Helen Bullock, MLC

Staff: Advisory Officer (Legal): Dr Colin Huntly Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Anne Turner Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Susan O’Brien Advisory Officer (Legal): Mr Susan Veletta Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Denise Wong Committee Clerk: Ms Jan Paniperis Committee Clerk: Mr Mark Warner Committee Clerk: Ms Cassandra Stephenson Articled Clerk: Mr Stephen Elliott

Reports: Report 32: Annual Report 2007 (LC 394) – presented 2 December 2008 Report 33: Annual Report 2008 (LC 395) – presented 2 December 2008 Report 34: Interim Report – The Statutes Review Inquiry (LC 428) – presented 9 December 2008 Report 35: National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008 (LC 487) – presented 10 March 2009 Report 36: Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 806) – presented 21 May 2009 Report 37: National Environment Protection Council (Western Australia) Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 807) – presented 21 May 2009 Report 38: First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 918) – presented 3 July 2009 Report 39: Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2009 (LC 1167) – presented 16 September 2009 Report 40: Cross-border Justice Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 1403) – presented 13 October 2009 Report 41: Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 1453) – presented 22 October 2009 Report 42: Professional Standards Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 1544) – presented 19 November 2009 Report 43: Arson Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (LC 1550) – presented 19 November 2009

11 Committee membership expired on 21 May 2009. 12 Appointed to the committee on 4 June 2009. 21 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

SESSIONAL COMMITTEES

PARLIAMENTARY SERVICES COMMITTEE

Members: Hon Barry House, MLC, (President); Hon Matt Benson-Lidholm, MLC; Hon Nigel Hallet, MLC; Hon Wendy Duncan, MLC; Hon Sally Talbot, MLC; Hon Ken Baston, MLC

Staff: Secretary: Mr Russell Bremner

Note: This Committee meets jointly with the Parliamentary Services Committee of the Legislative Assembly.

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JOINT STANDING COMMITTEES

JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON THE COMMISSIONER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Members: Ms Andrea Mitchell, MLA (Chairman); Mr Martin Whitely, MLA (Deputy Chairman); Hon Helen Bullock, MLC; Hon Nicolas (Nick) Goiran, MLC

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Ms Dawn Dickinson

Reports: Report 1: Review of the 2007-2008 Annual Report of the Commissioner for Children and Young People (LA 888) – presented LA 14 May 2009 Report 2: Annual Report 2009-2010 (LA 1252) – presented LA 10 September 2009

JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON THE CORRUPTION AND CRIME COMMISSION

Members: Hon Ray Hallihan, MLC (Chairman) (to 21 May 2009); Mr John Hyde, MLA (Chairman) (from 22 June 2009); Hon Nicolas (Nick) Goiran, MLC (Deputy Chairman) (from 22 June 2009); Hon. Ken Travers, MLC (to 21 May 2009); Mr Frank Alban, MLA; Hon Matthew (Matt) Benson– Lidholm, MLC (from 22 June 2009)

Staff: Principal Research Officer: Mr Scott Nalder Research Officer Ms Nicole Burgess (until April 2009) Research Officer Ms Michael Burton (from April 2009)

Reports: Report 1: Parliamentary Inspector’s Report Concerning Mr Stephen Lee (LA526) – presented 24 December 2008 Report 2: Report on the Relationship between the Parliamentary Inspector and the Commissioner of the Corruption and Crime Commission (LA732) – presented 19 March 2009 Report 3: Robert Bilos (LA873) – presented 7 May 2009 Report 4: Corruption and Crime Commission’s Response to the Select Committee into the Police Raid on the Sunday Times Report No1 (LA999) – presented 18 June 2009 Report 5: Annual Report 2008–2009 (LA1289) – presented 17 September 2009 Report 6: Parliamentary Inspector's Report into an Alleged Unauthorised Disclosure by the Corruption and Crime Commission (LA1627) – presented 12 November 2009 Report 7: Hearing with Robert Cock QC (LA1678) – presented 26 November 2009

JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON DELEGATED LEGISLATION

Members: Mr Joe Francis, MLA (Chair); Hon Kim Chance, MLC (Deputy Chair) (to 21 May 2009); Hon Shelley Eaton, MLC (to 21 May 2009); Hon Ray Halligan, MLC (to 21 May 2009); Hon Barbra Scott, MLC (to 21 May 2009); Hon Jock Ferguson, MLC (from 4 June 2009); Hon Robin Chapple, MLC (Deputy Chair) (from 8 June 2009); Ms Janine Freeman, MLA (from 13 November 2008); Mr Paul Miles, MLA (from 13 November 2008); Mr Andrew Waddell, MLA, (from 13 November 2008); Hon Jim Chown, MLC (from 4 June 2009); Hon Alyssa Hayden, MLC (from 4 June 2009); Hon Helen Bullock, MLC (from 18 May 2011)

Staff: Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Irina Lobeto-Ortega Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Susan O’Brien Advisory Officer (Legal): Mrs Christine Kain 23 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Anne Turner Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Denise Wong Advisory Officer (Legal): Ms Andrea McCallum Committee Clerk: Mr David Driscoll Articled Clerk: Mr Stephen Elliott

Reports: Report 28: Local Laws Regulating Sings and Advertising Devices (LC 642) – presented 2 April 2009. Report 29: City of Armadale – Signs Amendment Local Law 2008 (LC 643) – presented 2 April 2009. Report 30: Annual Report 2008 (LC 770) – presented 14 May 2009. Report 31: Issues of Concern Raised by the Committee between 1 May 2007 and 30 April 2009 with respect to Local Laws – (LC 771) presented 14 May 2009. Report 32: Supreme Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2008, Children’s Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2008, District Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations 2008, Magistrates Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2008, Fines, Penalties and Infringement Notices Enforcement Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2007 and Other Court Fee Instruments (LC 772) – presented 14 May 2009. Report 33: State Administrative Tribunal Rules Amendment (No 2) 2008 (LC 805) – presented 21 May 2009. Report 34: City of Joondalup Cats Local Law 2008 (LC 1135) – presented 10 September 2009. Report 35: Fish Resources Management Amendment Regulations (No. 3) 2009 (LC 1545) – presented 19 November 2009. Report 36: Tabling of Subsidiary Legislation in the Legislative Council (LC 1546) – presented 19 November 2009. Report 37: Unauthorised Disclosure of Confidential Committee Correspondence by the City of Joondalup (LC 1586) – presented 26 November 2009.

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COMMITTEE REPORTS 2000 to 2009

NOTE: Digest No. 25 (1st Session of the 35th Parliament, 1997–1998) contains a full listing of all Committee reports tabled in the Parliament of Western Australia from 1870 until 7 August 1998 (the date of prorogation of the 1st Session of the 35th Parliament). Please refer to Digest No. 25 for any queries associated with these reports.

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY REPORTS OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND JUSTICE STANDING COMMITTEE 2000 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Annual Report 2001–2002 26 Sep 2002 281 Report 2: Emergency Services Legislation in Western Australia 7 Nov 2002 473 Report 3: Annual Report 2002–2003 4 Dec 2003 1883 Report 4: Impact of the Arts in Regional Western Australia 28 Oct 2004 2966 Report 5: Annual Report 2003–2004 11 Nov 2004 3049 Report 1: Annual Report 2004–2005 1 Sep 2005 741 Report 2: Annual Report 2005–2006 14 Sep 2006 1843 Report 3: Inquiry Into Fire and Emergency Services Legislation 19 Oct 2006 2120 Report 4: Inquiry Into Western Australia’s Natural Disaster Relief 10 May 2007 2690 Arrangements Report 5: Annual Report 2006–2007 16 Aug 2007 3035 Report 6: Inquiry Into the Prosecution of Assaults and Sexual Offences 10 Apr 2008 3794 Report 1: Inquiry Into the Adequacy of Services to Meet the Developmental 13 Aug 2009 1184 Needs of Western Australia’s Children Report 2: Annual Report 2008–2009 24 Sep 2009 1426 Report 3: Inquiry Into the Inside Australia Project at Lake Ballard (Menzies) 26 Nov 2009 1680

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY REPORTS OF THE ECONOMICS AND INDUSTRY STANDING COMMITTEE 2000 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Bellevue Hazardous Waste Fire Inquiry 13 Dec 2001 1046 Report 2: Bellevue Hazardous Waste Fire Inquiry 27 Jun 2002 1629 Report 3: Annual Report 2001–2002 22 Aug 2002 176 Report 4: Proceedings of a Public Forum 8 November 2002 27 Feb 2003 798 Report 5: Inquiry Into the Western Australian Strata Management Industry 26 Jun 2003 1266 Report 6: Interim Report on the Sustainability of the Dairy Industry in Western 29 Aug 2003 1436 Australia Report 7: Annual Report 2002–2003 30 Oct 2003 1687 25 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 8: The Sustainability of the Dairy Industry in Western Australia 4 Dec 2003 1904 Report 9: Annual Report 2003–2004 23 Sep 2004 2815 Report 10: Vanadium Resources at Windimurra 11 Nov 2004 3051 Issues Paper: Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy [Not Tabled] Report 1: Progress Report – Inquiry Into Production and Marketing of 23 Jun 2005 554 Foodstuffs Report 2: Annual Report 2004–2005 18 Aug 2005 706 Report 3: Interim Report – Inquiry Into Production and Marketing of Foodstuffs 1 Sep 2005 742 Report 4: Inquiry Into the Production and Marketing of Foodstuffs 30 Mar 2006 1369 Report 5: Annual Report 2005–2006 28 Sep 2006 2012 Report 6: The State Government’s Role in Developing and Promoting 14 Jun 2007 2790 Information Communications Technology (ICT) in Western Australia Report 7: Annual Report 2006–2007 30 Aug 2007 3068 Report 8: Issues Paper 8, Recovery and Recycling of Used Oil in Western 29 Nov 2007 3493 Australia Report 9: Water Licensing and Services 28 Feb 2008 3651 Report 10: Karrinyup Lakes Lifestyle Village 19 Jun 2008 3993 Report 1: Annual Report 2008–2009 17 Sep 2009 1291 Report 2: Provision, Use and Regulation of Caravan Parks (and Camping 15 Oct 2009 1548 Grounds) in Western Australia (Part 1) Report 2: Provision, Use and Regulation of Caravan Parks (and Camping 15 Oct 2009 1549 Grounds) in Western Australia (Part 2)

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY REPORTS OF THE EDUCATION AND HEALTH STANDING COMMITTEE 2000 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Adequacy and Availability of Dental Services in Regional, Rural, and 18 Apr 2002 1391 Remote Western Australia Report 2: Rural, Remote and Indigenous Health: Current Issues 13 Jun 2002 1565 Report 3: Annual Report 2001–2002 28 Aug 2002 175 Report 4: Annual Report 2002–2003 28 Aug 2003 1435 Report 5: The Role and Interaction of Health Professionals in the Western 25 Sep 2003 1533 Australian Public Health System: Report on International Travel Report 6: The Role and Interaction of Health Professionals in the Western 13 May 2004 2350 Australian Public Health System Report 7: Annual Report 2003–2004 21 Oct 2004 2922 Report 8: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Western Australia 29 Oct 2004 2974 Report 1: Interim Report on Changes to the Post Compulsory Curriculum in 22 Dec 2005 1162 Western Australia Report 2: Swimming Pool Program in Remote Communities 22 Jun 2006 1613 26 Parliament of Western Australia

LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 3: Changes to the Post Compulsory Curriculum in Western Australia 29 Jun 2006 1625 Report 4: Annual Report 2004–2005 31 Aug 2006 1796 Report 5: Annual Report 2005–2006 31 Aug 2006 1797 Report 6: Where From? Where To? A Discussion Paper on Remote Aboriginal 5 Apr 2007 2583 Communities Report 7: Initiatives in the Remote Indigenous Communities of Cape York 21 Jun 2007 2857 Report 8: Inquiry Into the Cause and Extent of Lead Pollution in the Esperance 6 Sep 2007 3084 Area Report 9: Annual Report 2006–2007 27 Sep 2007 3200 Report 10: An Examination of Indigenous Employment by the State 15 Nov 2007 3435 Report 11: A Successful Initiative – Family Income Management 29 Nov 2007 3492 Report 12: Initiatives in the Remote Indigenous Communities of the Torres 26 Feb 2008 3512 Strait Region Report 13: Ways Forward – Beyond the Blame Game: Some Successful 15 May 2008 3889 Initiatives in Remote Indigenous Communities in WA Report 1: Inquiry Into the Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 12 Mar 2009 718 Report 2: Healthy Child – Healthy State: Improving Western Australia’s Child 21 May 2009 921 Health Screening Programs Report 3: Annual Report 2008–2009 24 Sep 2009 1427 Report 4: Children Missing Out – Education Support for: – Students on 457 19 Nov 2009 1648 Visas – Students With a Disability

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LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY REPORTS OF THE PROCEDURE AND PRIVILEGES COMMITTEE* 2000 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report on Company referred to in the Legislative Assembly – MFA Finance 29 Mar 2000 [not tabled] Pty Ltd First Report on the Implementation of the Legislative Assembly Standing 5 Apr 2000 811 Committee System Wally and Robin Hinricks – Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative 3 May 2000 859 Assembly Report on Pecuniary Interests and Address in Reply Standing Orders 25 May 2000 928 Report on the Operation of the Legislative Assembly Standing Committee 22 Jun 2000 998 System Report on Outstanding Issues to be Considered by the House 16 Nov 2000 495 Mr Gervase Purich – Report on Person Referred to in the Legislative 23 Nov 2000 557 Assembly Report on Standing Order No. 90, Anticipating Debate 9 Aug 2001 464 Terry E. O’Connor – Report on Person Referred to in the Legislative 30 Aug 2001 534 Assembly Report on the Operations of the Estimates Committees 18 Apr 2002 1390 Report on Minor Adjustments to the Standing Orders 9 May 2002 1433 Noel Crichton-Brown – Report on Person Referred to in the Legislative 13 Jun 2002 1564 Assembly Report on a Code of Conduct for Members of the Legislative Assembly of 27 Feb 2003 800 Western Australia A Review of the Government’s Response to the Recommendations Contained in the Procedure and Privileges Committee’s Report of the Operations of the 20 Mar 2003 933 Estimates Committee (2001) and a Review of the Operations of Estimates Committee In 2002 Report 2: Use of Video-Conferencing by Legislative Assembly Committees 19 Jun 2003 1203 Report 4: Changes to Prorogation and Extended Sessions 23 Sep 2003 1643 Report 5: Parliamentary Privilege and its Linkage to the UK House of 13 May 2004 2348 Commons Report 6: Questions on Notice 17 Jun 2004 2447 Report 7: Estimates Committees Standing Orders 17 Jun 2004 2448 Report 8: Legislative Assembly Meeting Times 17 Jun 2004 2449 Report 1: Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative Assembly – 22 Sep 2005 824 Dr Ananth Pullela Report 2: Premier’s Statement Standing Order 23 Nov 2005 1103 Report 3: Inquiry Into a Matter Referred to the Committee by the Legislative 22 Dec 2005 1161 Assembly on 1 December 2005 Report 1: Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative Assembly – 9 Mar 2006 1333 Mr Malcolm Shervill and Mr David Caporn Report 2: Minor Adjustments to the Standing Orders 13 Apr 2006 1432 28 Parliament of Western Australia

LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 3: Effective Repetition: Decision in Buchanan v Jennings 13 Apr 2006 1433 Report 4: Minor Change to the Standing Orders 15 Sep 2006 1842 Report 5: Members of Parliament (Financial Interests) Act 1992 Review 23 Nov 2006 2231 Report 6: Standing and Select Committees’ Terms of Reference and Report 23 Nov 2006 2232 Dates – Standing Order 255 Report 7: Review of the Premier’s Statement Temporary Order and Other 23 Nov 2006 2233 Matters Relating to Extended Session Parliaments Report 1: Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative Assembly – 22 Mar 2007 2518 Mr Guiseppe (Joe) Passione Report 2: Inquiry Into the Member for Murchison-Eyre’s Unauthorised 20 Jun 2007 2854/2855 Release of Committee Documents and Related Matters Report 3: Standing Committee Designation 5 Apr 2007 2584 Report 4: Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative Assembly – 27 Nov 2007 3481 Mr Malcolm McCusker AO QC Report 1: Review of E-Petitions 20 Mar 2008 3715 Report 2: Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative Assembly – 3 Apr 2008 3763 Mr Paul Frewer Report 3: Report on Persons Referred to in the Legislative Assembly – 15 May 2008 3887 Mr Mike Allen Report 4: Review of the Legislative Assembly Committee System (Part A) 15 May 2008 3888 Report 5: Corruption and Crime Commission Report on Behalf of the Procedure and Privileges Committee of the Legislative Assembly: Inquiry 10 Jun 2008 3936 Conducted Into Alleged Misconduct by Mr John Edwin McGrath MLA, Mr John Robert Quigley MLA and Mr Benjamin Sana Wyatt MLA Report 6: Report on Persons Adversely Referred to in the Legislative 19 Jun 2008 3995 Assembly – Mr Noel Crichton-Browne Report 7: Corruption and Crime Commission Report on Behalf of the Procedure and Privileges Committee of the Legislative Assembly: Report on 6 Nov 2008 79 Issues Relating to Record Keeping in the Ministerial Office of the Hon John James Mansell Bowler MLA Report 1: Procedure and Privileges Committee’s Response to Matters Raised in Corruption and Crime Commission Reports Referred Under S. 27A of the 4 Dec 2008 492 CCC Act Report 2: Report on Persons Adversely Referred to in the Legislative 11 Dec 2008 522 Assembly – Mr Robert (Bob) Falconer Report 3: Report on Persons Adversely Referred to in the Legislative 12 Mar 2009 719 Assembly – Mr David Caporn Report 4: Report on the Sitting Times of the Legislative Assembly 20 Aug 2009 1196 Report 5: Inquiry Into Allegations Associated With the Removal of ‘The 17 Sep 2009 1290 Cliffe’ From the State Register of Heritage Places Report 6: Disallowance Provisions for Subsidiary Legislation 19 Nov 2009 1647 Report 7: Matters Arising From the Corruption and Crime Commission 25 Nov 2009 1666 Report Tabled in the Legislative Assembly on 16 November 2009 * Prior to 8 September 1999, the Committee was named the Standing Orders and Procedure Committee. 29 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY REPORTS OF THE PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE* 2000 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 44: Review of the Auditor General’s Reports Nos 1 to 5 of 1999 23 Mar 2000 764 Report 45: State Budget Estimates Information and Processes in the Legislative 25 May 2000 927 Assembly Report No. 46: Review of the Auditor General’s Reports Nos 6 to 9 of 1999 19 Oct 2000 373A Report 47: Second Interim Report on the Nature and Full Extent of State 9 Nov 2000 382 Support for the Iron and Steel (Mid West) Project Report 48: Community Service Obligations in the Western Australian Public 15 Nov 2000 496A Sector Report 49: Accountability and Not–for–Profit Organisations 23 Nov 2000 548A Report 50: Activities From March 1999 to January 2001 2 Aug 2001 446 Report 1: Annual Report 2001–2002 22 Aug 2002 174 Report 2: Inquiry Into the Use of Visiting Medical Practitioners in the Western 5 Dec 2002 606 Australian Public Health System Report 3: The 2001–2002 Annual Report of the Office of the Auditor General: 15 May 2003 1118 A Performance Review Report 4: Annual Report 2002–2003 14 Aug 2003 1376 Report 5: Inquiry Into Hospital Trust Accounts 4 Dec 2003 1884 Report 6: Inquiry Into the Port Coogee Development 4 Dec 2003 1895 Report 7: Inquiry Into Contracts Entered Between Consolidated Constructions 16 Sep 2004 2772 Pty Ltd and Main Roads WA and the Public Transport Authority Report 8: Inquiry Into Developer Contributions for Costs Associated With Land 21 Oct 2004 2920 Development Report 9: Annual Report 2003–2004 11 Nov 2004 3050 Report 1: Inquiry Into the Intergovernmental Agreement on the Reform of 19 May 2005 440 Commonwealth–State Financial Relations Report 2: Annual Report 2004–2005 22 Sep 2005 821 Report 3: Review of the Financial Management Bill 2005 and the Auditor 6 Apr 2006 1395 General Bill 2005 Report 4: Local Government Accountability in Western Australia 28 Sep 2006 2010 Report 5: Annual Report 2005–2006 26 Oct 2006 2154 Report 6: Review of Reports of the Auditor General 2005–2006 30 Nov 2006 2255 Report 7: Annual Report 2006–2007 18 Oct 2007 3371 Report 8: Review of the Reports of the Auditor General 2006–2007 22 Nov 2007 3471 Report 9: Inquiry Into Funding Arrangements for Western Australian 15 May 2008 3890 Infrastructure Projects Report 1: Review of the Reports of the Auditor General 2007–2008 19 Mar 2009 733 30 Parliament of Western Australia

LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 2: Report of the Inquiry Into the Implications of the Structure and Functions of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet and the Public Sector 11 Jun 2009 961 Commission Report 3: Inquiry Into the Distribution of Grant Funds From the Confiscation 17 Sep 2009 1292 Proceeds Account Report 4: Annual Report 2008–2009 24 Sep 2009 1425 Report 5: Review of the Reports of the Auditor General 2008–2009 26 Nov 2009 1679 * Prior to 8 September 1999, the Committee was named the Public Accounts and Expenditure Review Committee.

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LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL SELECT COMMITTEE REPORTS 2000 to 2009 LC Paper Committee Title Report Title Date Tabled No. Select Committee on Finance Broking Industry in Extension of Time 18 Oct 2000 390 Western Australia Select Committee on Finance Broking Industry in Special Report 8 Nov 2000 481 Western Australia Select Committee on Finance Broking Industry in Special Report 23 Nov 2000 604 Western Australia Select Committee on the Finance Broking Industry in Final Report 1 May 2001 19 Western Australia Select Committee on Rules, Orders and Usage of the Interim Report 5 Mar 2003 793 House Select Committee on Rules, Orders and Usage of the Final Report 12 Mar 2003 838 House Select Committee on Advocacy for Children Proposal to Travel 2 Dec 2003 1751 (Appointment of a Commissioner for Children) Select Committee on Advocacy for Children Final Report 2 Jul 2004 2416 (Appointment of a Commissioner for Children) Select Committee on Workers’ Compensation First Report 21 Sep 2004 2579 Select Committee on Workers’ Compensation Final Report 17 Nov 2004 2925 Select Committee on the Reserves (Reserve 43131) Final Report 18 Nov 2004 2935 Bill 2004 Select Committee on the Adequacy of Foster Care Assessment Procedures by the Department for Final Report 24 Aug 2006 1783 Community Development Select Committee on the Department of Education Final Report 7 Dec 2006 2338 and Training Select Committee Into Public Obstetric Services Final Report 30 Aug 2007 3087 Select Committee of Privilege on a Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Special Report 13 Nov 2007 3465 Operations Select Committee of Privilege on a Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Final Report 13 Nov 2007 3466 Operations Select Committee Into the Police Raid on the Sunday Report 1 9 Apr 2009 689 Times Select Committee Into the Appropriateness of Powers and Penalties for Breaches of Parliamentary Report 1 7 May 2009 719 Privilege and Contempts of Parliament

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LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE 2000 to 20009 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 49: Acts Amendment (Sexuality Discrimination) Bill 1997 clause 8, 29 Mar 2000 824 proposed sections 35O(3) and 35P(3) Extension of Time – Rights in Water and Irrigation Amendment Bill 1999 2 May 2000 904 Extension of Time – Rights in Water and Irrigation Amendment Bill 1999 30 May 2000 1015 Report 50: Electoral Amendment (Constitutional Provisions) Bill 1997 1 Jun 2000 1024 Report 51: Rights in Water and Irrigation Amendment Bill 1999 20 Jun 2000 1066 Report 52: The State Superannuation Bill 1999 10 Oct 2000 270 Report 52: Addendum 11 Oct 2000 347 Report 53: Sentencing Matrix Bill 1999 18 Oct 2000 389 Report 54: Child Welfare Amendment Bill 1998 22 Nov 2000 574 Report 1: Corporations (Commonwealth Powers) Bill 2001, Corporations (Ancillary Provisions) Bill 2001, Corporations (Administrative Actions) Bill 2001, 19 Jun 2001 423 Corporations (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2001 Report 2: Co-Operative Schemes (Administrative Actions) Bill 2001 and The 28 Jun 2001 448 Agricultural and Veterinary Chemical (Western Australia) Amendment Bill 2001 Report 3: Road Traffic Amendment Bill 2001 and Road Traffic Amendment 13 Sep 2001 660 (Vehicle Licensing) Bill 2001 Report 4: Acts Amendment (Federal Courts and Tribunals) Bill 2001 23 Oct 2001 793 Report 5: Consumer Credit (Western Australia) Amendment Bill 2001 23 Oct 2001 794 Report 6: Electoral Distribution Repeal Bill 2001 and The Electoral Amendment 23 Oct 2001 795 Bill 2001: Proposal to Travel Special Report: Intergovernmental Agreements, Uniform Schemes and Uniform 6 Nov 2001 850 Laws: Amendments to Standing Orders 230(C) and (D) Report 7: Electronic Transactions Bill 2001 7 Nov 2001 865 Report 8: Electoral Distribution Repeal Bill 2001 and The Electoral Amendment 27 Nov 2001 905 Bill 2001 Report 9: Child Support (Adoption of Laws) Amendment Bill 2001 26 Feb 2002 1238 Report 10: Child Welfare Amendment Bill 2001 12 Mar 2002 1265 Report 11: Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2001 12 Mar 2002 1266 Report 12: Corporations (Consequential Amendments) Bill (No 2) 2001 14 Mar 2002 1286 Report 13: Corporations (Consequential Amendments) Bill (No 3) 2001 19 Mar 2002 1294 Report 14: Interim Report on Offshore Minerals Bill 2001, Offshore Minerals (Registration Fees) Bill 2001 and Offshore Minerals (Consequential Amendments) 21 Mar 2002 1302 Bill 2001 Report 15: Criminal Investigation (Exceptional Powers) and Fortification Removal 19 May 2002 1405 Bill 2001 33 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 16: Taxation Administration Bill 2001, Taxation Administration (Consequential Provisions) (Taxing) Bill 2001 and Taxation Administration 16 Oct 2002 338 (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2001 Report 17: An Overview of the Committee’s Operations: First Session of the 22 Oct 2002 376 Thirty-Sixth Parliament May 1 to August 9 2002 Report 18: Sentencing Legislation Amendment and Repeal Bill 2002 and the 23 May 2002 1075 Sentence Administration Bill 2002 Report 19: Environment Protection Amendment Bill 2002 23 May 2003 1074 Report 20: Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2001 10 Jun 2003 1115 Report 21: Corruption and Crime Commission Act 2003 and The Corruption and 9 Dec 2003 1811 Crime Commission Amendment Bill 2003 Report 22: Magistrates Court Bill 2003, Magistrates Court (Civil Proceedings) Bill 28 Sep 2004 2651 2003 and Courts Legislation Amendment and Repeal Bill 2003 Report 23: Road Traffic Amendment (Dangerous Driving) Bill 2004 27 Oct 2004 2791 Report 24: State Administrative Tribunal Bill 2003 and The State Administrative 27 Oct 2004 2792 Tribunal (Conferral of Jurisdiction) Amendment and Repeal Bill 2003 Report 25: Young Offenders Amendment Bill 2003 16 Nov 2004 2917 Report 26: An Overview of the Committee’s Operations: Second Session of the 19 Nov 2004 2943 Thirty-Sixth Parliament (August 2002 to November 2004) Report 1: Limitation Bill 2005 and Limitation Legislation Amendment and Repeal 15 Sep 2005 724 Bill 2005 Report 2: Annual Report 2005 14 Mar 2006 1200 Report 3: Taxi Amendment Bill 2005 23 Mar 2006 1360 Report 4: Criminal Investigation Bill 2005, Criminal Investigation (Consequential 20 Sep 2006 1897 Provisions) Bill 2005 and Criminal and Found Property Disposal Bill 2005 Report 5: Parental Support and Responsibility Bill 2005 2 Nov 2006 2196 Report 6: Annual Report 2006 7 Dec 2006 2335 Report 7: Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Bill 2006, Biosecurity and Agriculture Management (Repeal and Consequential Provisions) Bill 2006 and 3 Apr 2007 2588 Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Rates and Charges Bill 2006 Report 8: Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition (Western Australia) Bill 2005 26 Jun 2007 2838 Report 9: Criminal Law and Evidence Amendment Bill 2006 30 Aug 2007 3086 Report 10: Acts Amendment (Consent to Medical Treatment) Bill 2006 25 Oct 2007 3441 Report 11: Annual Report 2007 6 Dec 2007 3603 Report 12: Surrogacy Bill 2007 8 May 2008 3959 Report 13: Annual Report 2008 9 Dec 2008 426 Report 14: Inquiry Into the Jurisdiction and Operation of the State Administrative 20 May 2009 791 Tribunal Report 15: Standardisation of Formatting Bill 2009 22 Oct 2009 1454

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LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON ESTIMATES AND FINANCIAL OPERATIONS 2000 to 2001 and 2005 to 2009 (Committee reappointed on 30 June 2005) LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Extension of Time – Transport Co–ordination Amendment Bill 1998 30 Mar 2000 834 Extension of Time – Transport Co–ordination Amendment Bill 1998 10 May 2000 944 Report 28: The Estimates of Expenditure 2000/2001 21 Jun 2000 1083 Report 29: Financial Management of Prisons 29 Jun 2000 1133 Report 30: Transport Co–ordination Amendment Bill 1998 29 Jun 2000 1134 Report 31:Financial Administration and Audit Amendment Bill 1999 12 Oct 2000 356 Report 32: Environmental Health in Aboriginal Communities in the Kimberley 16 Nov 2000 526 Region Report 33: The Provision of Health Services in the Kimberley Region of Western 23 Nov 2000 597 Australia : Dental Health Report 34: Aboriginal Health Workers in the Kimberley Region 1 May 2001 21 Report 1: Legislative Council Financial Processes and Procedures 20 Oct 2005 910 Report 2: Annual Report 2004–2005 1 Dec 2005 1138 Report 3: Energy Safety Bill 2005 and Energy Safety Levy Bill 2005 10 May 2006 1518 Report 4: Budget Estimates 2005/06 29 Aug 2006 1801 Report 5: Hearings in Relation to the Annual Budget Estimates 2006/07 29 Aug 2006 1802 Report 6: Financial Management Bill 2006, Financial Legislation Amendment and 21 Nov 2006 2247 Repeal Bill 2006 and Auditor General Bill 2006 Special: Special Report on a Matter of Privilege 21 Mar 2007 2386 Report 7: Annual Report 2006 29 May 2007 2736 Report 8: Budget Estimates 2006/07 16 Aug 2007 3013 Report 9: Interim Report on the Balga Works Inquiry: Request for a Member of the 18 Sep 2007 3133 Legislative Assembly to Appear Before the Committee Report 10: Annual Hearings in Relation to the Budget Estimates 2007/08 27 Sep 2007 3256 Report 11: Budget of the Office of the Auditor General 20 Feb 2008 3654 Report 12: Balga Works Program 29 May 2008 4019 Report 13: Annual Report 2007 26 Jun 2008 4169 Report 14: Annual Hearings in Relation to the Budget Estimates 2008/09 9 Dec 2008 429 Report 15: Annual Report 2008 19 Mar 2009 597 Report 16: Interim Report on the Public Sector Expenditure Inquiry: Request for 7 Apr 2009 650 Member of the Legislative Assembly to Appear Before the Committee Report 17: Budget Estimates 2007/08 9 Apr 2009 690 Report 18: Budget of the Office of the Auditor General 7 May 2009 723 Report 19: Follow-up to Report 12 Balga Works Program 7 May 2009 724 35 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 20: ‘Royalties for Regions’ Policy 13 May 2009 765 Report 21: Report on the Inquiry Into Public Sector Expenditure 19 May 2009 779 Report 22: Budget Estimates 2008/09 13 Aug 2009 1038 Report 23: Annual Hearings in Relation to the Budget Estimates 2009/10 8 Sep 2009 1086

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS* 2000 to 2009 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Overview of Petitions and Inquiries August 2001 to December 2001 14 Mar 2002 1285 Report 2: Sessional Report on Inquiries and Petitions January 1 to August 9 2002 25 Sep 2002 264 Report 3: Petition Opposing the Gnarabup Waste Water Treatment Plant 16 Oct 2002 339 Report 4: Petition Objecting to the Proposal to Establish a Sewage Pumping Station 17 Dec 2002 674 in Heseltine Park, Glenleigh Road, Busselton Report 5: Gene Technology Bill 2001 and the Gene Technology Amendment Bill 5 Dec 2002 591 2001 Proposal to Travel Report 6: Swimming Pool Fencing 17 Dec 2002 675 Report 7: Petition of Barry Granville Waller 13 Jun 2003 1142 Report 8: Gene Technology Bill 2001 and Gene Technology Amendment Bill 2001 11 Jul 2003 1225 Report 9: Petition on the Upgrade of Albany Residential College 19 Dec 2003 1856 Report 10: Chemical Use by the Agriculture Protection Board 1970–1985 21 Oct 2004 2755 Report 11: Alcoa Refinery at Wagerup Inquiry 28 Oct 2004 2807 Report 12: Interim Report of the Standing Committee on Environment and Public Affairs in Relation to a Petition on the Provision of Mental Health Services in 12 Nov 2004 2899 Western Australia Report 13: A Petition on Primary Midwifery Care 16 Nov 2004 2819 Report 14: An Overview of Petitions and Inquiries – Second Session of the Thirty- 19 Nov 2004 2947 Sixth Parliament (August 2004 to November 2004) Report 1: Preventing the Entry and Establishment of Cane Toads Into Western 15 Sep 2005 723 Australia Report 2: Overview of Petitions 22 Sep 2005 778 Report 3: Overview of Petitions 1 Dec 2005 1137 Report 4: Annual Report 2005 23 Mar 2006 1361 Report 5: Overview of Petitions 24 Aug 2006 1782 Report 6: Overview of Petitions 6 Dec 2006 2316 Report 7: A Petition Into the Proposed Marina at Point Peron 7 Dec 2006 2334 Report 8: Local Government Amendment Bill (No. 2) 2006 3 Apr 2007 2587 Report 11: Annual Report 2007 27 Feb 2008 3729 Report 12: Overview of Petitions 20 Mar 2008 3811 36 Parliament of Western Australia

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 13: A Petition on Consumer Utility Hardship 10 Apr 2008 3899 Report 14: Overview of Petitions Report 9 Dec 2008 427 Report 15: Annual Report 2008 19 Mar 2009 596 Report 16: Municipal Waste Management in Western Australia 19 May 2009 778 Report 17: Overview of Petitions Report 26 Nov 2009 1588 Report 18: Inquiry Into Deep Sewerage in the Cockburn Area 18 Dec 2009 1597 * Prior to 24 May 2001, the Committee was named the Standing Committee on Constitutional Affairs.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS* 2000 to 2001 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 49:Correction to Report 38: A Seminar on the Role of Parliaments in 2 May 2000 903 Treaty Making: Canberra June 24 and 25 1999 Report 50: A Petition into Homeswest and the Department of Land Administration Policies: Opposing the Proposed Subdivision of Land Owned by 2 May 2000 905 Homeswest in Spencer Park, Albany Report 51: First Home Owner Grant Bill 2000 23 May 2000 986 Report 52: A Petition into Denmark Agricultural School – Requesting the 23 May 2000 987 Retention of the Buildings which have Housed the School Since the 1940’s Report 53: Dairy Industry and Herd Improvement Legislation Repeal Bill 2000 20 Jun 2000 1065 Report 54: A Petition Requesting the Suspension of the Joint Venture Tender Process and Community Consultation with Respect to the Leighton Marshalling 9 Aug 2000 16 Yards Redevelopment13 Report 55: A Petition Opposing the Closure of the Swimming Pool at Yanchep 9 Aug 2000 17 National Park Report 56: Overview of Petitions – August 1999 to August 2000 7 Sep 2000 204 Report 57: Acts Amendment (Australian Datum) Bill 2000 10 Oct 2000 334 Report 58: Electronic Transactions Bill 2000 7 Nov 2000 473 Report 59: A Petition Requesting Action to Cut Fuel Costs 14 Nov 2000 509 Report 60: First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2000 16 Nov 2000 531 Report 61: Rural Business Development Corporation Bill 2000 23 Nov 2000 596 Report No. 62: A Petition Objecting to the Practice of Landfilling With 1 May 2001 20 Demolition Waste in the Area of Bird and Jackson Roads in Mundijong: Part 2 * Prior to 12 March 1998, the Committee was named the Standing Committee on Constitutional Affairs and Statutes Revision and from 24 August 2001 was named the Standing Committee on Environment and Public Affairs.

Report was presented to the Clerk of the Legislative Council on 14 July 2000 and ordered to be printed. 37 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION* 2000 to 2009 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 15: The Appeals and Review Processes for Western Australian Universities 1 Jun 2000 1023 Report 16: Discussion Paper in Relation to the Remedies available to Recipients of 5 Sep 2000 176 Contracted–Out Government Services Addendum 10 Oct 2000 333 Report 17: Parliament and Commercial Confidentiality – Contracts between the 22 Nov 2000 576 Public and Private Sectors Report 18: Overview Report 2000 23 Nov 2000 593 Report 1: Planning Appeals Amendment Bill 2001 27 Mar 2002 1321 Report 2: A Sessional Overview of the Committee’s Operations: First Session of the 26 Sep 2002 277 Thirty-Sixth Parliament (May 2001 to August 2003) Report 3: Economic Regulation Authority Bill 2002 30 May 2003 1076 Report 4: Transfer of Management of Fremantle Cemetery to the Metropolitan 10 Dec 2003 1826 Cemeteries Board Report 5: Petition on Western Power’s Underground Power Policy 11 Nov 2003 1842 Report 6: Local Government Act 1995 12 Dec 2003 1852 Report 7: The Impact of State Government Action and Processes on the Use and 14 May 2004 2211 Enjoyment of Freehold and Leasehold Land in Western Australia Report 8: Interim Report on Water Services in Western Australia 11 Nov 2004 2883 Report 9: A Petition on Increases in Motor Vehicle Stamp Duty 12 Nov 2004 2898 Report 10: Local Government Rating System and Distribution of Funds 19 Nov 2004 2945 Report 11: A Sessional Overview of the Committee’s Operations: Second Session 19 Nov 2004 2946 of the Thirty-Sixth Parliament (August 2002 to November 2004) Report 12: Financial Administration Legislation Amendment Bill 2005 21 Jun 2005 429 Report 1: Annual Report 2005 1 Dec 2005 1136 Report 2: Compliance of the Department of Health With Recommendations of the Auditor General’s 2001 Report on Life Members; Management of Deliberate Self- 21 Sep 2006 1906 Harm in Young People Report 3: Annual Report 2006 7 Dec 2006 2336 Report 4: A Matter Arising From the Committee’s Annual Report 2006 – 2 May 2007 2634 Management of Asbestos Containing Materials in Western Australian Schools Report 5: The Water Resources Legislation Amendment Bill 2006 22 May 2007 2721 Report 6: The Inquiry Into the Governance of Western Australia’s Water Resources 27 Sep 2007 3257 Report 7: Annual Report 2007 13 May 2008 3974 Report 8: Inquiry Into the Management of Asbestos Containing Materials in 18 Jun 2008 4086 Western Australian State Schools Report 9: Annual Report 2008 15 Jan 2009 437 Report 10: Inquiry Into Statutory Office Holders’ Grievance Procedures 19 May 2009 777 38 Parliament of Western Australia

* Prior to 24 May 2001 the Committee was named the Standing Committee on Public Administration and in 2001 it was reformed as the Standing Committee on Public Administration and Finance (a committee which also included aspects of the former Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Operations, minus this committee’s function of conducting annual hearings into the Western Australian Government’s estimates of expenditure). In 2005 it was again formed as the Standing Committee on Public Administration.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON UNIFORM LEGISLATION AND STATUTES REVIEW* 2000 to 2009 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Offshore Minerals Bill 2001, Offshore Minerals (Registration Fees) Bill 26 Jun 2002 1543 2001 and Offshore Minerals (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2001 Report 2: The Work of the Committee During the First Session of the Thirty-Sixth 21 Aug 2002 135 Parliament – May 2001 to August 9 2002 Report 3: Censorship Amendment Bill 2002 17 Oct 2002 353 Report 4: Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition (Western Australia) Bill 2002 17 Oct 2002 354 Report 5: National Crime Authority (State Provisions) Amendment Bill 2002 28 Nov 2002 544 Report 6: Terrorism (Commonwealth Powers) Bill 2002 12 Dec 2002 639 Report 7: Unclaimed Money (Superannuation and RSA Providers) Bill 2002 2 Apr 2003 911 Report 8: Gas Pipelines Access (Western Australia) (Reviews) Amendment 10 Apr 2003 961 Bill 2003 Report 9: Consumer Credit (Western Australia) Amendment Bill 2002 6 May 2003 1014 Report 10: Acts Amendment and Repeal (Competition Policy) Bill 2002 10 Jun 2003 1114 Report 11: Higher Education Bill 2003 16 Sep 2003 1435 Report 12: Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2003 2 Dec 2003 1749 Report 13: Human Reproductive Technology Amendment Bill 2003 and Human 10 Dec 2003 1828 Reproductive Technology Amendment (Prohibition of Human Cloning) Bill 2003 Report 14: Commonwealth Powers (De Facto Relationships) Bill 2003 6 Apr 2004 2107 Report 15: Australian Crime Commission (Western Australia) Bill 2003 22 Jun 2004 2285 Report 16: Firearms Amendment Bill 2003 22 Jun 2004 2286 Report 17: Architects Bill 2003 29 Jun 2004 2333 Report 18: Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Amendment (Cross 17 Aug 2004 2452 Border) Bill 2004 Report 19: Uniform Legislation and Supporting Documentation 27 Aug 2004 2541 Report 20: Reserves (National Parks, Conservation Parks and Nature Reserves) 28 Sep 2004 2652 Bill 2004 Report 21: Consumer Credit (Western Australia) Code Regulations Amendment 16 Nov 2004 2916 Draft Order 2004 Report 22: Reserves (National Parks, Conservation Parks and Other Reserves) 18 Nov 2004 2930 Bill 2004 Report 23: The Work of the Committee During the Second Session of the Thirty- 18 Nov 2004 2932 Sixth Parliament August 13 2002 to November 16 2004 Report 24: Consumer Credit (Western Australia) Act 1996: Consumer Credit 3 May 2005 295 Amendment Regulation (No. 2) 2004 (Qld) 39 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 25: Petroleum Legislation Amendment and Repeal Bill 2005 21 Jun 2005 428 Special Report: Standing Order 230A – Referral of Uniform Legislation and 30 Aug 2005 654 Reporting Time Frames Report 1: Consumer Credit (Firefighter’s Benefit Fund) Amendment Regulation 13 Sep 2005 677 (No. 1) (Qld) Report 2: Standard Time Bill 2005 20 Sep 2005 739 Report 3: Trade Measurement Bill 2005 and Trade Measurement Administration 19 Oct 2005 884 Bill 2005 Report 4: Defamation Bill 2005 19 Oct 2005 885 Report 5: Road Traffic Amendment Bill 2005 15 Nov 2005 1002 Report 6: Inquiry Into the Agreement of the Council of Australian Government on 30 Nov 2005 1109 September 27 2005 to Strengthening Counter-Terrorism Laws Report 7: Annual Report 2005 1 Dec 2005 1135 Report 8: Statutes Law Revision Bill 2005 4 Apr 2006 1378 Report 9: Consumer Credit (Western Australia) Act 1996 – Consumer Credit 4 Apr 2006 1379 (Charge Card) Amendment Regulations (No. 1) 2005 (Qld) Report 10: Consumer Credit and Trade Measurement Amendment Bill 2006 (Qld) 25 May 2006 1542 Report 11: Terrorism (Preventative Detention) Bill 2005 13 Jun 2006 1572 Report 12: Consumer Protection Legislation Amendment and Repeal Bill 2005 27 Jun 2006 1632 Report 13: Water Efficiency Labelling Standards Bill 2006 20 Sep 2006 1896 Report 14: Food Bill 2005 27 Sep 2006 1948 Special Report: Practical Implications of Clause 8.3c of the Committee’s Term of 19 Oct 2006 2139 Reference Report 15: Industrial Training Amendment Bill 2006 22 Nov 2006 2267 Report 16: Interim Report on the Intergovernmental Agreement on the Reform of 22 Nov 2006 2268 Commonwealth-State Financial Relations Report 17: Annual Report 2006 1 May 2007 2623 Report 18: Consumer Credit (Queensland) and Another Act Amendment Bill 2007 10 May 2007 2706 (Qld) Report 19: Administrative Practices and Procedures and Parliamentary Processes Involving Treaties Entered Into, or Proposed to be Entered Into, by the 20 Jun 2007 2821 Commonwealth Report 20: Road Traffic Amendment Bill (No. 2) 2007 18 Sep 2007 3132 Report 21: Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments Bill) 2006 16 Oct 2007 3349 Report 22: National Environment Protection Council (Western Australia) 16 Oct 2007 3350 Amendment Bill 2007 Report 23: Human Reproductive Technology Amendment Bill 2007 18 Oct 2007 3417 Report 24: Cross-Border Justice Bill 2007 19 Feb 2008 3641 Report 25: Medical Practitioners Bill 2006 19 Feb 2008 3642 Report 26: Legal Profession Bill 2007 19 Feb 2008 3643 Report 27: Consumer Credit (Bill Facilities) Amendment Regulation (No. 1) 2007 11 Mar 2008 3750 (Qld) Report 28: Prisoners (Interstate Transfer) Amendment Bill 2007 27 May 2008 4005 40 Parliament of Western Australia

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 29: Sentence Administration (Interstate Transfer of Community Based 27 May 2008 4006 Sentences) Bill 2007 Report 30: Co-Operatives Bill 2007 27 May 2008 4007 Report 31: Road Traffic (Administration) Bill 2007, Road Traffic (Vehicles) Bill 2007, Road Traffic (Authorisation to Drive) Bill 2007, Road Traffic 29 May 2008 4018 (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2007 and Road Traffic (Vehicles) (Taxing) Bill 2007 Report 32: Annual Report 2007 2 Dec 2008 394 Report 33: Annual Report 2008 2 Dec 2008 395 Report 34: Interim Report – The Statutes Review Inquiry 9 Dec 2008 428 Report 35: National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008 10 Mar 2009 487 Report 36: Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment 21 May 2009 806 Bill 2009 Report 37: National Environment Protection Council (Western Australia) 21 May 2009 807 Amendment Bill 2009 Report 38: First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2009 3 Jul 2009 918 Report 39: Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2009 16 Sep 2009 1167 Report 40: Cross-Border Justice Amendment Bill 2009 13 Oct 2009 1403 Report 41: Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment 22 Oct 2009 1453 Bill 2009 – Report 2 Report 42: Professional Standards Amendment Bill 2009 19 Nov 2009 1544 Report 43: Arson Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 19 Nov 2009 1550 * Prior to 17 August 2005 the Committee was named the Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and General Purposes.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL REPORTS OF PROCEDURE AND PRIVILEGES COMMITTEE* 2000 to 2009 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report on the Treatment of Evidence by Standing Committees 12 Oct 2000 357 Interim Report on a Matter of Privilege: A Failure to Produce Documents under 19 Dec 2000 422 Summons Report 1: First Report Regarding an Order of Reference Made on Wednesday, 21 Jun 2001 435 May 30 2001 Report 2: The Relationship Between SOs 164 and 195 and Statements by Ministers 22 Aug 2001 589 and Parliamentary Secretaries Report 3: Report in Relation to Proposals: (1) To Alter the Membership and Functions of the Legislation Committee and Establish a New Standing Committee 21 Mar 2002 1300 as a Consequence; (2) To Repeal SO 72 and Substitute a New SO 72 Report 4: Part I – Deletion of Reference to Certain Standing Orders to Requirement for ‘Seconding’; Part II – SO 230 Adjournment of Debate at 25 Sep 2002 265 Conclusion of Second Reading Speech Report 5: Standing Order 73 – Time Limits on Speeches 26 Sep 2002 278 Report 6: Report on SO 61A – Consideration of Committee Reports: SO 230 – 13 Nov 2002 458 Order of Reference and SO 229 – Debate on First Reading 41 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 7: Report on an Order of Reference Made December 5 2002 Relating to 8 Apr 2004 2113 Tabling a Paper on June 18 2002 Report 8: Matters Referred to the Committee and Other Miscellaneous Matters 16 Nov 2005 1012 Report 9: Standing Order 243 – Day Fixed for the Third Reading 30 May 2006 1552 Report 10: The Internet Broadcasting of Proceedings of the Legislative Council 30 May 2006 1553 Chamber Report 11: Referral of Tabled Paper 2380 – Request by the Corruption and Crime 4 Apr 2007 2596 Commission for Access to and Use of Parliamentary Proceedings Report 12: In Relation to a Request for Power to Confer With a Select Committee 6 Jun 2007 2767 Report 13: Absence of a Member: Hon Margaret Rowe MLC 26 Jun 2007 2828 Report 14: Referral of a Matter of Privilege From the Select Committee of Privilege on a Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and 6 Dec 2007 3602 Financial Operations Report 15: Observation 3 of the Report of the Select Committee of Privilege on a 20 Mar 2008 3814 Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Operations Report 16: Referral of Letters by Resolution of the House on 20 February 2008 20 Mar 2008 3815 Regarding the Report of the Select Committee of Privilege on a Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Operations Report 17: Referral of Letters by Resolution of the House on 20 February 2008 8 Apr 2008 3869 Regarding the Report of the Select Committee of Privilege on a Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Operations – Mr Noel Crichton-Browne Report 18: Referral of Letters by Resolution of the House on 20 February 2008 8 Apr 2008 3870 Regarding the Report of the Select Committee of Privilege on a Matter Arising in the Standing Committee on Estimates and Financial Operations – Hon Julian Grill Report 19: Petition for Relief – Noel Crichton-Browne 3 Dec 2008 400 Report 20: Administering the Oath or Affirmation to Witnesses in Committee 17 Nov 2009 1527 Proceedings * Prior to 24 May 2001 the Committee was named the Standing Orders Committee. 42 Parliament of Western Australia

JOINT STANDING COMMITTEES REPORTS OF THE JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON THE ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION 2000 to 2004 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 10: Report on the Hearings held by the JSCACC in the Legislative Council 22 Jun 2000 993 Chamber, Parliament House, Perth, 5 05 2000 Report 11: The Investigative Powers and Operational Accountability of the Anti– 10 Aug 2000 110 Corruption Commission Report 1: Joint Standing Committee on the Anti-Corruption Commission Annual 17 Oct 2002 369 Report 2001–2002 Report 2: Integrity Within the Public Sector: Review of the Anti-Corruption 19 Dec 2002 773 Commission Report 3: Explanatory Report – Integrity Within the Public Sector 3 Apr 2003 995 Report 4: Report on Hearing With the Anti-Corruption Commission on 17 Apr 2003 1052 7 April 2003 Report 5: Annual Report 2002–2003 11 Sep 2003 1475 Report 6: Report on the Hearing With the Anti-Corruption Commission on 23 Oct 2003 1642 25 August 2003 Report 7: National Conference of Parliamentary Oversight Committees of Anti- 4 Dec 2003 1905 Corruption Crime Bodies 2003 Report 8: Report on the Hearing With the Anti-Corruption Commission on 13 May 2004 2349 29 March 2004

REPORTS OF THE JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON THE CORRUPTION AND CRIME COMMISSION 2004 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Report on the Hearing With the Corruption and Crime Commission on 26 Aug 2004 2706 5 July 2004 Report 2: Examination of the 2003–2004 Annual Report of the Corruption and Crime 12 Nov 2004 3081 Commission Report 1: Annual Report 2004–2005 25 Aug 2005 724 Report 2: Correspondence From Mr Kevin Hammond, Commissioner of the Corruption and Crime Commission and Mr Malcolm McCusker QC, Parliamentary 30 Aug 2005 731 Inspector Report 3: Inquiry Into Legislative Amendments to the Corruption and Crime 17 Nov 2005 1074 Commission Act 2003 Report 4: Acting Parliamentary Inspector’s Report in the Matter of an Allegation 22 Mar 2006 1359 Concerning the Honourable John D’Orazio MLA Report 5: Examination of the 2004–2005 Annual Report of the Corruption and Crime 30 Mar 2006 1368 Commission Report 6: Examination of the 2004–2005 Annual Report of the Parliamentary 6 Apr 2006 1394 Inspector of the Corruption and Crime Commission 43 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 7: Report Into Clarification Sought by the Joint Standing Committee on the 11 May 2006 1509 Corruption and Crime Commission Report 8: Public Hearing With the Corruption and Crime Commission on 15 Jun 2006 1588 3 May 2006 Report 9: Inquiry Into the Future Operation of Witness Protection Programmes in 15 Jun 2006 1589 Western Australia Report 10: Interim Report on the Corruption and Crime Commission Act 2003 22 Jun 2006 1614 Report 11: Public Hearing Examining Outreach Programmes of the Corruption and 31 Aug 2006 1798 Crime Commission Report 12: Annual Report 2005–2006 21 Sep 2006 1875 Report 13: Ombudsman’s Redress Guidelines: Information for Complaints 19 Oct 2006 2122 Report 14: Public Hearing With the Corruption and Crime Commission on 19 Oct 2006 2123 30 August 2006 Report 15: Public Hearing With the Parliamentary Inspector of the Corruption and 26 Oct 2006 2152 Crime Commission on 16 August 2006 Report 16: Joint Standing Committee on the Corruption and Crime Commission to 26 Oct 2006 2153 Continue after Dissolution of Parliament Report 17: Inquiry Into Future Operation of Witness Protection Programmes in WA: 30 Nov 2006 2256 Interim Report on ACC Reports Into the Death of a Protected Witness Report 18: Hearing With the Corruption and Crime Commission on 22 Mar 2007 2519 22 November 2006 Report 19: Hearing With the Parliamentary Inspector of the Corruption and Crime 22 Mar 2007 2520 Commission on 12 December 2006 Report 20: Public Hearing With the Integrity Coordinating Group on 29 Mar 2007 2557 13 September 2006 Report 21: Report on Release of Records Pertaining to the Joint Standing Committee 29 Mar 2007 2558 on the Corruption and Crime Commission and its Predecessor Report 22: Public Hearing With the Corruption and Crime Commission on 21 March 5 Apr 2007 2581 2007 Report 23: Examination of the 2005–2006 Annual Report of the Corruption and 5 Apr 2007 2582 Crime Commission Report 24: Interim Report on Amendments to the Corruption and Crime Commission 17 May 2007 2715 Act 2003 – A Public Interest Monitor Report 25: Report on Past Misconduct Inquiry – Western Australian Police 17 May 2007 2716 Report 26: Inquiry Into the Future Operation of Witness Protection Programmes in 14 Jun 2007 2787 Western Australia Report 27: Hearing With the Parliamentary Inspector of the Corruption and Crime 21 Jun 2007 2858 Commission on 9 May 2007 Report 28: Parliamentary Inspector’s Investigation and Review of the Acts and Proceedings of the Corruption and Crime Commission Concerning Mr John 18 Jul 2007 2860 D’Orazio MLA Report 29: Legislative and Procedural Matters Arising From the Parliamentary Inspector’s Investigation and Review of the Acts and Proceedings of the Corruption 14 Aug 2007 3028 and Crime Commission Concerning Mr John D’Orazio MLA Report 30: Annual Report 2006–2007 20 Sep 2007 3123 44 Parliament of Western Australia

LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 31: Inquiry Into the Legislative Amendments to the Corruption and Crime Commission Act 2003: The Role of the Corruption and Crime Commission in 9 Nov 2007 3439 Investigating Serious and Organised Crime in Western Australia Report 1: Parliamentary Inspector’s Report Concerning Mr Stephen Lee 24 Dec 2008 526 Report 2: Report on the Relationship Between the Parliamentary Inspector and the 19 Mar 2009 732 Commissioner of the Corruption and Crime Commission Report 3: Robert Bilos 7 May 2009 873 Report 4: Corruption and Crime Commission’s Response to the Select Committee 18 Jun 2009 999 Into the Police Raid on the Sunday Times: Report No. 1 Report 5: Annual Report 2008–2009 17 Sep 2009 1289 Report 6: Parliamentary Inspector’s Report Into an Alleged Unauthorised Disclosure 12 Nov 2009 1627 by the Corruption and Crime Commission Report 7: Hearing With Robert Cock QC 26 Nov 2009 1678

REPORTS OF THE JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON THE COMMISSIONER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE 2000 to 2009 LA Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Review of the 2007–2008 Annual Report of the Commissioner for 14 May 2009 888 Children and Young People Report 2: Annual Report 2008–2009 10 Sep 2009 1252

REPORTS OF THE JOINT STANDING COMMITTEE ON DELEGATED LEGISLATION 2000 to 2009 LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 47: Rules of Harness Racing 1999 30 Mar 2000 831 Report 48: Meeting of the Working Group of Chairs and Deputy Chairs of 30 Mar 2000 833 Australian Scrutiny of Primary and Delegated Legislation Committees Report 49: Report No 2 in relation to Gas Standards (Gasfitting and Consumer 4 Apr 2000 837 Gas Installations) Regulations 1999 Report 50: City of Kalgoorlie–Boulder Sewerage and Drainage Local Law 5 Apr 2000 854 Report 51: Liquor Licensing Amendment Regulations (No 3) 1999 25 May 2000 1001 Report 52: Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Amendment Regulations 20 Jun 2000 1067 (No 11) 1999 Report 53: Spent Convictions (Act Amendment) Regulations 2000 and Spent 22 Nov 2000 575 Convictions (Act Amendment) Regulations (No. 2) 2000 Report 54: City of Swan Local Law relating to Prevention and Abatement of Sand 22 Nov 2000 583 Drift 45 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 1: Port Authorities Regulations, September 2001 26 Sep 2001 705 Report 2: Model By-Laws Series ‘A’ and Health Local Laws Made by Local 20 Dec 2001 1108 Governments Under the Health Act 1911 Report 3: Business Names Amendment Regulations 20 Mar 2002 1298 Report 4: City of Perth Code of Conduct Local Law 26 Sep 2002 271 Report 5: City of Melville Local Law Relating to Signs, Hoardings and Billposting 5 Dec 2002 590 Report 6: Sessional Report – 28 June 2001 to 9 August 2002 20 Mar 2003 859 Report 7: Powers of Entry and Powers to Make Local Laws That Affect Private 15 May 2003 1063 Land Under the Local Government Act 1995 Report 8: Issues of Concern Raised by the Committee Between 9 June 2003 and 19 Apr 2004 2123 19 December 2003 Report 9: Issues of Concern Raised by the Committee Between 20 December 2003 31 Aug 2004 2544 and 30 June 2004 With Respect to Local Laws Report 10: Report of the Joint Standing Committee on Delegated Legislation in Relation to the Overview of the Committee’s Operations: Second Session of the 19 Nov 2004 2944 Thirty-Sixth Parliament (August 2002 to November 2004) Report 11: Shire of Nannup Local Law Parking and Parking Facilities 23 Aug 2005 597 Report 12: Spent Convictions (Act Amendment) Regulations 2005 22 Sep 2005 776 Report 13: Road Traffic (Fees for Vehicle Licences) Regulations (No. 2) 2004; 29 Nov 2005 1092 Road Traffic (Licensing) Amendment Regulations Report 14: Section 3 of the Interpretation Act 1984 29 Nov 2005 1093 Report 15: Annual Report 2005 29 Nov 2005 1094 Report 16: Issues of Concern Raised by the Committee Between 1 May 2005 and 30 Jun 2006 1554 30 April 2006 Report 17: City of Subiaco Eating-House Local Law 2005 20 Jun 2006 1593 Report 18: Agricultural Produce (Egg Production Industry) Regulations 2006 24 Aug 2006 1781 Report 19: Oaths, Affidavits and Statutory Declarations (Act Amendment) 21 Sep 2006 1905 Regulations 2006 Report 20 : Western Australian College of Teaching Rules 2006 23 Nov 2006 2278 Report 21: Strata Titles General Amendment Regulations (No. 4) 2006 29 Nov 2006 2301 Report 22: Annual Report 2006 28 Mar 2007 2554 Report 23: Issues of Concern Raised by the Committee Between 1 May 2006 and 7 Jun 2007 2788 30 April 2007 With Respect to Local Laws Report 24: Town of Claremont – Standing Orders Local Law 2007 19 Feb 2008 3644 Report 25: University Statutes: Curtin University of Technology – Statute No. 7 – 20 Mar 2008 3812 The Council; and Murdoch University – Amending Statutes – No. 5 and No. 17 Report 26: Issues Arising Under Health Local Laws 20 Mar 2008 3813 Report 27: Annual Report 2007 8 May 2008 3963 Report 28: Local Laws Regulating Signs and Advertising Devices 2 Apr 2009 642 Report 29: City of Armadale – Signs Amendment Local Law 2008 2 Apr 009 643 Report 30: Annual Report 2008 14 May 2009 770 Report 31: Issues of Concern Raised by the Committee Between 1 May 2007 and 14 May 2009 771 30 April 2009 With Respect to Local Laws 46 Parliament of Western Australia

LC Paper Report Title Date Tabled No. Report 32: Supreme Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2008, Children’s Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2008, District Court (Fees) Amendment Regulations 2008, Magistrates Court (Fees) Amendment 14 May 2009 772 Regulations (No. 2) 2008, Fines, Penalties and Infringement Notices Enforcement Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2007 and Other Court Fee Instruments Report 33: State Administrative Tribunal Rules Amendment (No. 2) 2008 21 May 2009 805 Report 34: City of Joondalup Cats Local Law 2008 10 Sep 2009 1135 Report 35: Fish Resources Management Amendment Regulations (No. 3) 2009 19 Nov 2009 1545 Report 36: Tabling of Subsidiary Legislation in the Legislative Council 19 Nov 2009 1546 Report 37: Unauthorised Disclosure of Confidential Committee Correspondence 26 Nov 2009 1586 by the City of Joondalup

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SUMMARY OF SITTINGS

FIRST SESSION, THIRTY-EIGHTTH PARLIAMENT 2008– 2009

Proclamation to Summon Parliament ...... 7 October 2008 Opening Day ...... 6 November 2008 Last Day of Sitting – Legislative Assembly ...... 26 November 2010 Last day of Sitting – Legislative Council ...... 1 December 2010

Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Assembly Council Legislative Legislative Council Assembly Total Number of Number of Assembly Council Total Hours Month Hours Meeting Sittings Sittings Number of Number of Meeting to to Adjournment Adjourned Adjourned Sitting Days Sitting Days Adjournment Hrs Mins after after Hrs Mins Midnight Midnight Nov 08 7 7 42:26 29:48 nil nil

Dec 08 4 3 27:52 15:09 nil nil

Mar 09 7 7 55:59 34:12 2 nil

Apr 09 5 5 33:25 25:48 nil nil

May 09 9 10 66:50 46:00 nil nil

Jun 09 6 8 37:43 46:07 nil nil

Aug 09 6 6 47:12 31:57 nil nil

Sep 09 9 8 70:28 44:35 1 nil

Oct 09 5 6 37:04 34:22 1 1

Nov 09 9 10 78:06 69:02 1 1

Dec 09 0 1 0 5:49 nil nil

TOTAL 67 71 497:05 382:47 5 2

48 Parliament of Western Australia

STATISTICAL SUMMARY OF SESSIONS 1997 to 2009

Note: Refer to Digest No. 32 (2006) for the Statistical Summary of Sessions 1890 – 2006

Total hours from Petitions Questions Questions No. of Sitting Days Meeting to Bills Introduced Motions Moved Presented Asked on Notice Without Notice Year Adjournment

Session Session Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Legislative Parliament Total Council Assembly Council Assembly Council Assembly Council Assembly Council Assembly Council Assembly Council Assembly

2008/09 38 1 71 67 382:47 497:05 27 68 95 72 206 23 33 1435 2098 1266 971

2008 37 1 35 27 225.14 199.30 3 26 29 39 39 9 28 732 497 645 350

2007 37 1 59 54 302.13 404.13 6 69 75 71 92 13 63 1285 1210 1282 777

2006 37 1 65 66 392.23 469.21 2 67 69 3 94 21 51 4377 1754 1206 957

2005 37 1 56 58 341.35 436.47 11 99 110 56 82 13 53 3229 553 978 792

2002/04 36 2 181 159 1080.31 1246.26 34 241 275 123 434 36 40 2613 3293 1139 634

2001/02 36 1 94 91 557.20 739.05 18 105 123 63 211 30 40 839 1922 1579 1183

2000/01 35 4 30 27 176.24 184.11 19 84 103 31 60 45 34 1054 926 547 396

1999/00 35 3 68 61 362.13 432.24 32 113 145 39 133 31 53 2411 2923 1359 981

1998/99 35 2 72 64 398.00 486.03 37 91 128 72 253 50 41 1744 3427 1466 1037 49 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

BILL STATISTICS

SUMMARY

Bills introduced into the Legislative Council 27

Bills introduced into the Legislative Assembly 68

TOTAL BILLS INTRODUCED 73

Total Bills Passed 95

Bills Negatived 1

Legislative Assembly

(A) Criminal Code (Identity Theft) Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr J. Quigley)

Bills Withdrawn from Notice Paper 0

Bills Removed from Notice Paper under Legislative Assembly Standing Order 144A 9

Bills Remaining on Notice Paper 0

Legislative Council 17

(C) † Approvals and Related Reforms (No.1) (Environment) Bill 2009* (C) † Approvals and Related Reforms (No.2) (Mining) Bill 2009* (C) † Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Criminal Code Amendment (Identity Crime) Bill 2009* (A) † Criminal Investigation Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Cross-border Justice Amendment Bill 2009 (C) † Daylight Savings Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon A. Fels) (A) Equal Opportunity Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon M. Roberts) (C) † Petroleum and Energy Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (A) † Professional Standards Amendment Bill 2009 (C) † Property Law (Mortgagee’s Power of Sale) Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon S. Talbot) (A) † Rail Safety Bill 2009* (C) † Referendums (Implementation of Result) Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon A. Fels) (A) † Retail Trading Hours Amendment (Joondalup Special Trading Precinct) Bill 2009 (C) Standardisation of Formatting Bill 2009* (C) † Water Services Licensing (Water Conservation Target) Amendment Bill 2008 (Hon P. Llewellyn) (C) † Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Amendment Bill 2009* 50 Parliament of Western Australia

Legislative Assembly 23

(A) † Aboriginal Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Acts Amendment (Safety and Human Rights of Persons in Custody) Bill 2009* (Mr E. Ripper) (A) † Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Capital 2007-08 and 2008-09 (Supplementary) Bill 2009 (A) † Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Recurrent 2007-08 and 2008-09 (Supplementary) Bill 2009 (A) † Approvals and Related Reforms (No.3) (Crown Land) Bill 2009* (A) † Approvals and Related Reforms (No.4) (Planning) Bill 2009* (A) † Butane Products Control Bill 2009* (Mr R Cook) (A) † Cannabis Law Reform Bill 2009* (A) † Child Support (Adoption of Laws) Amendment Bill 2009 (A) † Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Amendment Bill 2009* (Mr F. Logan) (A) † Criminal Code (Identity Theft) Amendment (No.2) Bill 2009 (Mr J. Quigley) (A) † Criminal Code (Rock Throwing and Laser Pointing) Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr J. Quigley) (A) † Health and Disability Services Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (A) †# Heritage of Western Australia Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr. J. Hyde) (A) † Interpretation & Reprints Amendment Bill 2008 (A) †# Perth Theatre Trust Amendment Bill 2009* (Mr J. Hyde) (A) †# Planning and Development Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr. J. Hyde) (A) † Professional Combat Sports Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Public Sector Reform Bill 2009* (A) † Railway (Butler to Brighton) Bill 2009 (A) † Retail Trading Hours Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Royal Perth Hospital Protection Bill 2008 (A) † Weapons (Supply to Minors and Enhanced Police Powers) Amendment Bill 2008* (Ms M. Quirk)

Bills Referred to Select, Standing or Legislation Committees

Legislative Council 15

(C) † Approvals and Related Reforms (No.1) (Environment) Bill 2009* (A) Arson Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (C) † Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Criminal Code Amendment (Identity Crime) Bill 2009* (A) † Criminal Investigation Amendment Bill 2009* (A) † Cross-border Justice Amendment Bill 2009 (A) First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2009* (C) National Environment Protection Council (Western Australia) Amendment Bill 2009 (A) National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008* (C) † Petroleum and Energy Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (A) † Professional Standards Amendment Bill 2009 (A) † Rail Safety Bill 2009* 51 Parliamentary Digest 2008–2009

(C) Standardisation of Formatting Bill 2009* (C) Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2009 (C) † Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Amendment Bill 2009*

Legislative Assembly 1

(A) Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 (Dr J. Woollard)

Private Members’ Bills

Legislative Council 7

(C) † Daylight Savings Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon A. Fels) (C) † Property Law (Mortgagee’s Power of Sale) Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon S. Talbot) (C) † Referendums (Implementation of Result) Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon A. Fels) (C) † Water Services Licensing (Water Conservation Target) Amendment Bill 2008 (Hon P. Llewellyn)

Legislative Assembly 12

(A) † Acts Amendment (Safety and Human Rights of Persons in Custody) Bill 2009* (Mr E. Ripper) (A) † Butane Products Control Bill 2009* (Mr R Cook) (A) † Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Amendment Bill 2009* (Mr F. Logan) (A) Criminal Code (Identity Theft) Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr J. Quigley) (A) † Criminal Code (Identity Theft) Amendment (No.2) Bill 2009 (Mr J. Quigley) (A) † Criminal Code (Rock Throwing and Laser Pointing) Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr J. Quigley) (A) Equal Opportunity Amendment Bill 2009* (Hon M. Roberts) (A) †# Heritage of Western Australia Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr. J. Hyde) (A) †# Perth Theatre Trust Amendment Bill 2009* (Mr J. Hyde) (A) †# Planning and Development Amendment Bill 2009 (Mr. J. Hyde) (A) Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 (Dr J. Woollard) (A) † Weapons (Supply to Minors and Enhanced Police Powers) Amendment Bill 2008* (Ms M. Quirk)

Bills Amended in Committee / Consideration in Detail

Legislative Council 11

(A) Co-operatives Bill 2009* (A) Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2008* (A) First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2009* (A) Gas Supply (Gas Quality Specifications) Bill 2009* (A) National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008* (A) † Parliamentary Commissioner Amendment Bill 2009 (A) Road Traffic Amendment (Hoons) Bill 2009* 52 Parliament of Western Australia

(A) Sentencing Legislation (Transitional Provisions) Amendment Bill 2008 (C) Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2009 (A) Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 (Dr J. Woollard) (C) Training Legislation and Amendment and Repeal Bill 2008*

Legislative Assembly 7

(A) Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2008* (A) First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2009* (A) Land Administration Amendment Bill 2009 (A) Mines Safety and Inspection Amendment Bill 2009 (A) Road Traffic Amendment (Hoons) Bill 2009* (A) Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 (Dr J. Woollard) (A) Waste Avoidance & Resource Recovery Amendment Bill 2009

BILLS PROGRESS

FIRST SESSION OF THE THIRTY–EIGHTH PARLIAMENT 2008 – 2009

* Indicates that Clause 2 provides for the Act, or parts thereof, to come into operation on a date to be fixed by Proclamation. p. Indicates the page number where the second reading speech for the Bill may be found in Hansard. # Indicates the day on which debate on the Consideration in detail (Legislative Assembly) – Committee of the whole (Legislative Council) commenced. @ Where debate in the Consideration in detail – Committee of the whole takes place over a number of days and Amendments are made this date indicates the final day.

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L.A. L.C. Bill st L.A. nd L.A. Con. L.A. Amdt rd Amdt st nd nd L.C. Com. rd Amdt L.A. 1 R nd 2 R L.A. 3 R L.C. Amdt L.C. 1 R L.C. 2 R 2 R L.C. Amdt@ L.C. 3 .R L.A. Amdt Act No. Assent Date Short No. 2 R # @ Debated # Debated Agreed Agreed Title Aboriginal Housing 14/10/09 086 14/10/09 Legislation p. 8027 Amdt 2009 * Acts Amdt 12/05/09 01/04/09 (Bankruptcy) 037 12/05/09 09/09/09 09/09/09 01/04/09 06/05/09 06/05/09 18/09 16/09/09 p. 3785 p. 2450 2009 Acts Amdt (Safety and Human Rights 16/09/09 of Persons in 072 09/09/09 p.7188 Custody) 2009 * (Mr E. Ripper) Acts Amdt 14/10/09 11/11/09 (Weapons) 088 14/10/09 11/11/09 11/11/09 11/11/09 11/11/09 24/11/09 24/11/09 34/09 03/12/09 p.8025 p. 8754 2009

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L.A. L.C. Bill st L.A. nd L.A. Con. L.A. Amdt rd Amdt st nd nd L.C. Com. rd Amdt L.A. 1 R nd 2 R L.A. 3 R L.C. Amdt L.C. 1 R L.C. 2 R 2 R L.C. Amdt@ L.C. 3 .R L.A. Amdt Act No. Assent Date Short No. 2 R # @ Debated # Debated Agreed Agreed Title Appropriation (Consolidated Account) 15/10/09 Capital 2007-08 090 15/10/09 p.8173 and 2008-09 (Supplementary ) 2009 Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Recurrent 15/10/09 091 15/10/09 2007-08 and p.8172 2008-09 (Supplementary ) 2009 Appropriation (Consolidated Account) 14/05/09 16/06/09 048 14/05/09 21/05/09 26/05/09 11/06/09 16/06/09 25/06/09 25/06/09 12/09 29/06/09 Recurrent p. 4073 p. 5017 2009-10 Bill 2009 Appropriation (Consolidated 14/05/09 16/06/09 Account) 049 14/05/09 21/05/09 26/05/09 11/06/09 16/06/09 25/06/09 25/06/09 13/09 29/06/09 p. 4080 p. 5017 Capital 2009-10 2009 Approvals and Referred to Related Standing 19/11/09 Committee on Reforms (No.1) 094 19/11/09 p.9406 Uniform (Environment) Legislation 2009 * 19/11/09 Approvals and Related 19/11/09 Reforms (No.2) 102 19/11/09 p. 9405 (Mining) 2009 * Approvals and Related 18/11/09 Reforms (No.3) 100 18/11/09 p. 9263 (Crown Land) 2009 *

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L.A. L.C. Bill st L.A. nd L.A. Con. L.A. Amdt rd Amdt st nd nd L.C. Com. rd Amdt L.A. 1 R nd 2 R L.A. 3 R L.C. Amdt L.C. 1 R L.C. 2 R 2 R L.C. Amdt@ L.C. 3 .R L.A. Amdt Act No. Assent Date Short No. 2 R # @ Debated # Debated Agreed Agreed Title Approvals and Related 18/11/09 Reforms (No.4) 101 18/11/09 p.9265 (Planning) 2009 * Referred to Standing Arson Committee on 14/10/09 11/11/09 Legislation 085 14/10/09 10/11/09 10/10/09 10/10/09 11/11/09 Uniform 26/11/09 26/11/09 43/09 03/12/09 p.8026 p. 8753 Legislation Amdt 2009 * 11/11/09 25/11/09 Bookmakers 23/08/09 21/10/09 Betting Levy 078 23/08/09 21/10/09 21/10/09 21/10/09 17/11/09 17/11/09 28/09 23/11/09 p. 7558 p. 8355 Amdt 2009 * Building & Construction Industry 31/03/09 11/03/09 Training Fund 031 31/03/09 12/05/09 12/05/09 12/05/09 11/03/09 19/03/09 19/03/09 06/09 19/05/09 p. 2328 p. 1577 & Levy Collection Amdt 2009 Bush Fires 16/09/09 22/09/09 Amdt Bill 2009 073 16/09/09 17/09/09 17/09/09 17/09/09 22/09/09 10/11/09 10/11/09 11/11/09 25/09 17/11/09 p. 7150 p. 7363 * Busselton Water Board (Supply of 17/06/09 20/10/09 060 17/06/09 20/10/09 20/10/09 20/10/09 17/11/09 17/11/09 31/09 23/11/09 Water to p. 5167 p. 8352 Dunsborough) 2009 Butane Products 16/09/09 041 19/08/09 Control 2009 * p. 7204 (Mr R Cook) Cannabis Law 14/10/09 087 14/10/09 Reform 2009 * p. 8022

Child Referred to Exploitation Standing Material & 06/05/09 Committee on 043 06/05/09 Uniform Classification p. 3396 Legislation Legislation 06/05/09 18/08/09 Amdt 2009 *

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L.A. L.C. Bill st L.A. nd L.A. Con. L.A. Amdt rd Amdt st nd nd L.C. Com. rd Amdt L.A. 1 R nd 2 R L.A. 3 R L.C. Amdt L.C. 1 R L.C. 2 R 2 R L.C. Amdt@ L.C. 3 .R L.A. Amdt Act No. Assent Date Short No. 2 R # @ Debated # Debated Agreed Agreed Title Child Support (Adoption of 25/11/09 098 25/11/09 Laws) Amdt P. 9770 2009 Co-operatives 18/03/09 13/05/09 024 18/03/09 12/05/09 12/05/09 13/05/09 10/09/09 10/09/09 10/09/09 10/09/09 24/09 22/10/09 2009 * p. 2044 p. 3863 Commercial Tenancy (Retail 14/10/09 Shops) Amdt 081 14/10/09 p. 8059 2009 * (Mr F. Logan) Criminal Code 04/12/08 17/06/09 014 04/12/08 17/03/09 17/03/09 17/03/09 16/06/09 10/09/09 10/09/09 17/06/09 19/08/09 19/08/09 09/09/09 10/09/09 21/09 21/09/09 Amdt 2008 * p. 964 p. 5142 Criminal Code 18/11/09 19/11/09 Amdt (No. 2) 105 18/11/09 18/11/09 18/11/09 19/11/09 26/11/09 26/11/09 26/11/09 44/09 03/12/09 p. 9271 p. 9410 2009 Criminal Code 19/08/09 15/09/09 Amdt (Graffiti) 068 19/08/09 15/09/09 15/09/09 15/09/09 13/10/09 13/10/09 11/11/09 26/09 17/11/09 p. 6160 p. 6885 2009 * Referred to Criminal Code Standing 18/11/09 19/11/09 Amdt (Identity 104 18/11/09 19/11/09 19/11/09 19/11/09 Committee on p. 9269 p. 9411 Uniform Crime) 2009 * Legislation 26/11/09 Criminal Code (Identity Theft) 06/05/09 Second Reading Not Agreed To 045 06/05/09 Amdt 2009 (Mr p. 3469 16/09/09 J. Quigley) Criminal Code (Identity Theft) 14/10/09 Amdt (No.2) 092 14/10/09 p. 8060 2009 (Mr J. Quigley) Criminal Code (Rock Throwing and 11/11/09 099 11/11/09 Laser Pointing) p. 8806 Amdt 2009 (Mr J. Quigley)

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L.A. L.C. Bill st L.A. nd L.A. Con. L.A. Amdt rd Amdt st nd nd L.C. Com. rd Amdt L.A. 1 R nd 2 R L.A. 3 R L.C. Amdt L.C. 1 R L.C. 2 R 2 R L.C. Amdt@ L.C. 3 .R L.A. Amdt Act No. Assent Date Short No. 2 R # @ Debated # Debated Agreed Agreed Title Referred to Criminal Standing 14/10/09 17/11/09 Committee on Investigation 089 14/10/09 11/11/09 12/11/09 12/11/09 17/11/09 p. 8024 p. 9059 Uniform Amdt 2009 * Legislation 26/11/09 Referred to Cross-border Standing 17/06/09 09/09/09 Committee on Justice Amdt 056 17/06/09 08/09/09 08/09/09 09/09/09 p. 5166 p. 6586 Uniform 2009 Legislation 09/09/09 Daylight Savings Amdt 01/04/09 040 01/04/09 2009 * (Hon A. p. 2450 Fels) Electoral Amdt 31/03/09 11/11/08 (Miscellaneous) 004 31/03/09 12/05/09 13/05/09 13/05/09 06/11/08 11/03/09 17/03/09 18/03/09 07/09 21/05/09 p. 2328 p. 59 2008 * Equal Opportunity 13/05/09 23/09/09 Amdt 2009 * 046 12/05/09 16/09/09 16/09/09 23/09/09 p. 3955 p. 7530 (Mrs M. Roberts) Fines, Penalties and Infringement Notices 03/12/08 08/04/09 019 03/12/08 07/04/09 07/04/09 08/04/09 06/05/09 06/05/09 06/05/09 04/09 14/05/09 Enforcement p. 845 p. 2948 Amdt (Compensation) 2008 * Referred to Standing First Home Committee on 18/03/09 08/04/09 Owner Grant 021 18/03/09 02/04/09 07/04/09 07/04/09 08/04/09 23/09/09 23/09/09 08/04/09 Uniform 16/09/09 22/09/09 23/09/09 11/11/09 11/11/09 27/09 17/11/09 p. 2043 p. 2951 Legislation Amdt 2009 * 08/04/09 16/09/09 Fish Resources 12/11/09 14/10/09 Management 084 12/11/09 25/11/09 25/11/09 14/10/09 12/11/09 12/11/09 37/09 03/12/09 p. 9004 p. 7990 Amdt 2009 * Fisheries Adjustment 17/09/09 25/06/09 067 17/09/09 25/11/09 25/11/09 25/06/09 15/09/09 15/09/09 38/09 03/12/09 Scheme Amdt p. 7312 p. 5428 2009

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L.A. L.C. Bill st L.A. nd L.A. Con. L.A. Amdt rd Amdt st nd nd L.C. Com. rd Amdt L.A. 1 R nd 2 R L.A. 3 R L.C. Amdt L.C. 1 R L.C. 2 R 2 R L.C. Amdt@ L.C. 3 .R L.A. Amdt Act No. Assent Date Short No. 2 R # @ Debated # Debated Agreed Agreed Title Gas Supply (Gas Quality 19/08/09 16/09/09 069 19/08/09 15/09/09 15/09/09 22/10/09 17/11/09 16/09/09 20/10/09 20/10/09 22/10/09 22/10/09 35/09 03/12/09 Specifications) p. 6161 p. 7114 2009 * Health and Disability 19/08/09 Services 064 19/08/09 p. 6162 Legislation Amdt 2009 * Heritage of Western Australia Amdt 079 23/09/09 2009 (Mr. J. Hyde) Higher 11/11/09 18/11/09 Education 093 11/11/09 17/11/09 17/11/09 17/11/09 25/11/09 25/11/09 40/09 03/12/09 p. 8770 p. 9196 Amdt 2009 * Interpretation & 03/12/08 Reprints Amdt 003 06/11/08 p. 846 2008 Iron Ore Processing (Mineralogy 04/12/08 26/11/08 015 04/12/08 04/12/08 04/12/08 04/12/08 26/11/08 02/12/08 02/12/08 03/12/08 48/08 10/12/08 Pty Ltd) p. 956 p. 464 Agreement Amdt 2008 Land Admin 19/08/09 20/10/09 062 19/08/09 15/10/09 15/10/09 15/10/09 15/10/09 20/10/09 18/11/09 18/11/09 18/11/09 32/09 26/11/09 Amdt 2009 p. 6164 p. 8250

Loan Bill 2009 14/05/09 16/06/09 047 14/05/09 10/06/09 10/06/09 10/06/09 16/06/09 24/06/09 25/06/09 25/06/09 14/09 29/06/09 p. 4080 p. 5016 Local 08/04/09 11/03/09 Government 028 08/04/09 18/06/09 08/09/09 08/09/09 11/03/09 01/04/09 02/04/09 07/04/09 17/09 16/09/09 p. 2978 p. 1578 Amdt 2009 * Local Government 18/03/09 02/06/09 Amdt 034 18/03/09 05/05/09 06/05/09 06/05/09 02/06/09 12/08/09 12/08/09 13/08/09 15/09 17/08/09 p. 2046 p. 4521 (Elections) 2009 * Major Events (Aerial 18/03/09 07/05/09 029 18/03/09 07/05/09 07/05/09 07/05/09 17/06/09 17/06/09 10/09/09 20/09 21/09/09 Advertising) p. 2046 p. 3555 2009 *

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Racing Bets 23/09/09 21/10/09 077 23/09/09 21/10/09 21/10/09 21/10/09 17/11/09 17/11/09 30/09 23/11/09 Levy 2009 p. 7557 p. 8354 Racing and Wagering 23/09/09 21/10/09 076 23/09/09 21/10/09 21/10/09 21/10/09 17/11/09 17/11/09 29/09 23/11/09 Legislation p. 7556 p. 8353 Amdt 2009 * Rail Safety Referred to Standing 2009 * 15/10/2009 24/11/09 Committee on 083 15/10/09 19/11/09 19/11/09 24/11/09 p. 8173 p. 9574 Uniform Legislation 24/11/09 Railway (Butler 26/11/09 to Brighton) 075 26/11/09 p. 9983 2009

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Statutes Referred to Standing (Repeals and 17/11/09 06/05/09 Committee on Minor Amdts) 042 17/11/09 26/11/09 26/11/09 06/05/09 Uniform 14/10/09 14/10/09 15/10/09 46/09 03/12/09 p. 9113 p. 3396 Legislation 2009 06/05/09 14/10/09 Statutes (Repeals and 19/03/09 12/11/08 013 19/03/09 14/05/09 14/05/09 14/05/09 12/11/08 17/03/09 17/03/09 08/09 21/05/09 Misc. Amdts) p. 2183 p. 157 2008 Surrogacy 2008 02/12/08 12/11/08 001 02/12/08 02/12/08 02/12/08 02/12/08 12/11/08 25/11/08 25/11/08 27/11/08 47/08 10/12/08 * p. 736 p. 153 Tobacco Referred to the Education and Products 26/11/08 Health 13/05/09 Control Amdt 017 26/11/08 Standing 07/05/09 07/05/09 07/05/09 10/09/09 16/09/09 13/05/09 09/09/09 09/09/09 09/09/09 10/09/09 22/09 22/09/09 p. 504 Committee p. 3861 2008 (Dr J. 03/12/08 Woollard) 01/04/09 Training Legislation and 02/12/08 12/11/08 007 02/12/08 02/12/08 02/12/08 12/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08 26/11/08 44/08 10/12/08 Amdt and p. 738 p. 155 Repeal 2008 * Transfer of Incorporation 17/06/09 17/06/09 057 17/06/09 17/06/09 17/06/09 17/06/09 24/06/09 24/06/09 11/09 29/06/09 (HBF and HIF) p. 5164 p. 5144 2009 Treasurer’s Advance 17/03/09 02/04/09 032 11/03/09 19/03/09 31/03/09 02/04/09 02/04/09 07/04/09 07/04/09 09/04/09 02/09 17/04/09 Authorisation p. 1896 p. 2558 2009 Valuation of Land Amdt 19/08/09 20/10/09 052 19/08/09 15/10/09 15/10/09 20/10/09 18/11/09 18/11/09 33/09 26/11/09 (Assessed p. 6164 p. 8251 Value) 2009 *

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SYNOPSIS OF BILLS

2008 – 2009 The following synopsis of Bills introduced during the First Session of the Thirty-Eighth Parliament is intended only to give a brief outline of the main features of each Bill at the stage when the second reading motion of the Bill was moved. The full second reading speech for each Bill is available in Parliamentary Debates (Hansard) which are available from the State Law Publisher or from the Parliament website: www.parliament.wa.gov.au. The ultimate stage reached by each Bill is also indicated. While it does not take into account amendments made in either House, reference can be made to the Votes and Proceedings of the Legislative Assembly and the Minutes of the Legislative Council where amendments have been agreed to.

* Indicates the Act, or parts thereof, comes into operation on a date or dates to be fixed by Proclamation. LC Indicates the Bill originated in the Legislative Council; all other Bills without LC originated in the Legislative Assembly. (P.D.p.) Indicates the Hansard page number for the second reading of the Bill in the House in which it was first introduced. Note: Explanatory Memorandum are provided with all Bills First Read in the Legislative Assembly (SO 162).

Aboriginal Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 086)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Housing Act 1980; and the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority Act 1972, to provide for the first time an appropriate legal framework for improving housing management outcomes in Aboriginal communities. This will apply to an estimated 80 per cent of Aboriginal people living in remote communities in Western Australia.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8027b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Acts Amendment (Bankruptcy) Bill 2009 (LC No. 037)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend over 90 State Acts to reflect changes made to the Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Commonwealth) which made technical amendments to the agreement process between a debtor and a creditor regarding bankruptcy.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 1 April 2009 (P.D.p 2450b).

(Act No. 18 of 2009 – assented to on 16 September 2009).

Acts Amendment (Safety and Human Rights of Persons in Custody) Bill 2009* (No. 072) (Hon E. Ripper)

The purpose of this Bill is for an Act to amend the Inspector of Custodial Services Act 2003, Prisons Act 1981, Court Security and Custodial Services Act 1999, Criminal Law (Mentally Impaired Accused) Act 1996 and the Young Offenders Act 1994, in order to enshrine into Western Australian law mechanisms to ensure that humane and safe custodial conditions are consistently and universally maintained.

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The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 16 September 2009 (P.D.p 7188b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Acts Amendment (Weapons) Bill 2009 (No. 088)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend The Criminal Code and the Weapons Act 1999 in order to provide a valuable tool for Western Australia Police to ensure that places where the public gather are safe and for the courts to apply appropriate penalties to punish those people in accordance with public expectations.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8025b).

(Act No. 34 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Capital 2007-08 and 2008-09 (Supplementary) Bill 2009 (No. 090)

The purpose of this Bill is to appropriate out of the Consolidated Account a sum for capital payments made during the year ended 30 June 2008 under the authority of the Financial Management Act 2006 and the Treasurer's Advance Authorisation Act 2008; and a sum for capital payments made during the year ended 30 June 2009 under the authority of the Financial Management Act 2006 and the Treasurer's Advance Authorisation Act 2009.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 15 October 2009 (P.D.p 8173b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Capital 2009-10 Bill 2009 (No. 049)

The purpose of this Bill is to grant supply and to appropriate and apply out of the Consolidated Account certain sums for the capital purposes of the year ending 30 June 2010.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 May 2009 (P.D.p 4080b).

(Act No. 13 of 2009 – assented to on 29 June 2009).

Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Recurrent 2007-08 and 2008-09 (Supplementary) Bill 2009 (No. 091)

The purpose of this Bill is to appropriate out of the Consolidated Account a sum for recurrent payments made during the year ended 30 June 2008 under the authority of the Financial Management Act 2006 and the Treasurer's Advance Authorisation Act 2008 ; and a sum for recurrent payments made during the year ended 30 June 2009 under the authority of the Financial Management Act 2006 and the Treasurer's Advance Authorisation Act 2009.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 15 October 2009 (P.D.p 8172b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

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Appropriation (Consolidated Account) Recurrent 2009-10 Bill 2009 (No. 048)

The purpose of this Bill is to grant supply and to appropriate and apply out of the Consolidated Account certain sums for the recurrent services and purposes of the year ending 30 June 2010.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 May 2009 (P.D.p 4073c).

(Act No. 12 of 2009 – assented to on 29 June 2009).

Approvals and Related Reforms (No. 1) (Environment) Bill 2009* (LC No. 094)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Environmental Protection Act 1986 to remove duplicative or unnecessary appeal rights, align appeal periods across regulatory processes and to permit decision making authorities to approve minor and preliminary works to which the Environmental Protection Authority has consented.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 19 November 2009 (P.D.p 9406b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 19 November 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Approvals and Related Reforms (No. 2) (Mining) Bill 2009* (LC No. 102)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide that mine closure plans are required to be submitted with mining proposals and reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that they are up to date. The Bill also provides that mining tenement documents can be lodged at any office of the mining registrar, including Perth, rather than at the office where the mining tenement is located.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 19 November 2009 (P.D.p 9405e).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Approvals and Related Reforms (No. 3) (Crown Land) Bill 2009* (No. 100)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend various Acts so as to provide efficiencies in the processes for giving notices, applying for approvals and doing various other things under those Acts which relate to the use and development of, or dealings with, Crown land and freehold land held in the name of the State.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 November 2009 (P.D.p 9263b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Approvals and Related Reforms (No. 4) (Planning) Bill 2009* (No. 101)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Planning and Development Act 2005 to streamline and improve the approvals process.

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The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 November 2009 (P.D.p 9265b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Arson Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 085)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Bush Fires Act 1954 and The Criminal Code in order to strengthen protection to persons and property provided by arson-related offences, it will introduce a new bushfires offence, clarify the applicability of existing offences against the person to harm caused by fire, and increase the maximum penalties available under existing offences.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8026b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 11 November 2009.

(Act No. 43 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Bookmakers Betting Levy Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 078)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Bookmakers Betting Levy Act 1954, abolishing the two per cent betting levy on horse and greyhound racing payable by Western Australian bookmakers to race clubs registered with Racing and Wagering Western Australia.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 23 September 2009 (P.D.p 7558b).

(Act No. 28 of 2009 -- assented to on 23 November 2009).

Building and Construction Industry Training Fund and Levy Collection Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 031)

The purpose of this Bill is to remove doubt as to validity of all levies imposed by the Building and Construction Industry Training Levy Act 1990 and paid in accordance with the Building and Construction Industry Training Fund and Levy Collection Act 1990 by retrospectively validating those payments.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 11 March 2009 (P.D.p 1577b).

(Act No. 6 of 2009 – assented to on 19 May 2009).

Bush Fires Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 073)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Bush Fires Act 1954 and the Environmental Protection Act 1986 in order to address issues relating to bushfire suppression, prevention and prosecution, and will improve the coordination and collaboration of effective fire management in Western Australia.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 16 September 2009 (P.D.p 7150a).

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Busselton Water Board (Supply of Water to Dunsborough) Bill 2009 (No. 060)

The purpose of this Bill is to facilitate the supply of water to the Dunsborough area by enabling the Busselton Water Board to supply water to the Water Corporation, and extending the application of the Water Boards Act 1904 in respect of that supply.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 June 2009 (P.D.p 5167b).

(Act No. 31 of 2009 – assented to on 23 November 2009).

Butane Products Control Bill 2009* (No. 041) (Mr R. Cook)

The purpose of this Bill is to reduce the incidence of illness and death related to the use of butane products by prohibiting the supply of butane products to young persons.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 16 September 2009 (P.D.p 7204b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Cannabis Law Reform Bill 2009* (No. 087)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Misuse of Drugs Act 1981, Spent Convictions Act 1988, Young Offenders Act 1994 and the Cannabis Control Act 2003 in order to discourage the use of cannabis in the community.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8022c).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Child Exploitation Material and Classification Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 043)

The purpose of this Bill is to protect children and the community in Western Australia by improving and strengthening Western Australia’s criminal laws dealing with child pornography.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 6 May 2009 (P.D.p 3396c).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 6 May 2009.

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 18 August 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Child Support (Adoption of Laws) Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 098)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Child Support (Adoption of Laws) Act 1990, in order that recent amendments to the Commonwealth legislation are reflected in Western Australia legislation, ensuring that the child support scheme can apply to and benefit all children in the State.

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The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 25 November 2009 (P.D.p 9770b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Co-operatives Bill 2009* (No. 024)

The purpose of this bill is to replace the Companies (Co-operative) Act 1943 and the Co- operative and Provident Societies Act 1903 with legislation that reflects the current commercial and social environment of co-operatives in Western Australia. The bill is in response to the co-operative industry’s request for more modern legislation that will facilitate interstate trade and the growth of the co-operatives sector.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 March 2009 (P.D.p 2044b).

Amended in the Legislative Council on 10 September 2009.

(Act No. 24 of 2009 – assented to on 22 October 2009).

Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 081) (Hon F. Logan)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985 to create the position of small business commissioner, which will provide much-needed protection for small retail business tenants in their dealings with landlords.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8059b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2008* (No. 014)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend The Criminal Code to provide that when a person assaults a police officer and causes the officer bodily harm the person must be sentenced to a term of imprisonment.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 4 December 2008 (P.D.p 964b).

Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 17 March 2009 and in the Legislative Council on 9 September 2009.

(Act No. 21 of 2009 – assented to on 21 September 2009).

Criminal Code Amendment Bill (No. 2) 2009 (No. 105)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend The Criminal Code to make it a crime to cause fear or alarm to a driver either by causing an object or substance to be directed at or near, or placed in or near the path of a conveyance; or directing a laser pointer or a narrow beam of light at a conveyance.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 November 2009 (P.D.p 9271b).

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Criminal Code Amendment (Graffiti) Bill 2009* (No. 068)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend The Criminal Code in order to strengthen the deterrent effect of the law by increasing existing statutory penalties and introducing new ones. The bill will also introduce a preventative function by curbing the availability of what the bill terms graffiti implements.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 19 August 2009 (P.D.p 6160b).

(Act No. 26 of 2009 – assented to on 17 November 2009).

Criminal Code Amendment (Identity Crime) Bill 2009* (No. 104)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Criminal Code to create offences for the make, use, supply or possession of identification material with the intent that the material be used to commit, or facilitate the commission of, an indictable offence; and the possession of equipment capable of making, using, supplying, or retaining identification material with the intent that that equipment be used to either commit or facilitate the commission of an indictable offence.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 November 2009 (P.D.p 9269b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 26 November 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Criminal Code (Identity Theft) Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 045) (Mr J. Quigley)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Criminal Code in order to make it an offence to possess someone else’s identity or to pass someone else’s identity information onto another person.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 6 May 2009 (P.D.p 3469a).

This Second Reading was not agreed to by the Legislative Assembly on 16 September 2009.

Criminal Code (Identity Theft) Amendment Bill (No.2) 2009 (No. 092) (Mr J. Quigley)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Criminal Code to render unlawful obtaining or dealing with another entity's identification and/or the possession of equipment capable of copying another person's identification documentation for the purpose of committing an offence.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8060b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

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Criminal Code (Rock Throwing and Laser Pointing) Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 099) (Mr J. Quigley)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Criminal Code to render it unlawful to endanger the safety of a person or the safe use of a vehicle by throwing an object or by a similar activity.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 11 November 2009 (P.D.p 8806b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Criminal Investigation Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 089)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Criminal Investigation Act 2006 in order to allow police officers to stop and search people and vehicles in entertainment precincts without the consent of the person and without the need for the usual reasonable suspicion test.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8024b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Legislation on 26 November 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Cross-border Justice Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 056)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Cross-border Justice Act 2008 in order to introduce a collaborative system of justice administration in the region where the borders of Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory meet.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 June 2009 (P.D.p 5166b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 9 September 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Daylight Savings Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 040) (Hon A. Fels)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Daylight Savings Act 2006 to provide for the holding of a referendum in conjunction with a general election and for the abridgement of the daylight savings trial period.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 1 April 2009 (P.D.p 2450c).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Electoral Amendment (Miscellaneous) Bill 2008* (LC No. 004)

A Bill to amend the Electoral Act 1907 so that, prisoners serving a sentence of less than one year will be allowed to vote in state elections, citizens who have no fixed address will be allowed to vote in a state elections and provision for inclusion of dates of birth on the electoral role.

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The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 11 November 2008 (P.D.p 59b).

(Act No. 7 of 2009 – assented to on 21 May 2009).

Equal Opportunity Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 046) (Hon M. Roberts)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 to prohibit discrimination against mothers’ breast feeding in a public place.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 13 May 2009 (P.D.p 3955a).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Fines, Penalties and Infringement Notices Enforcement Amendment (Compensation) Bill 2008* (No. 019)

The purpose of this Bill is to enable monetary compensation to be available in the following two situations; firstly to persons who have pursuant to a warrant of commitment, served more time in prison than was legislatively authorised, and secondly to persons who have, under a work and development order, undertaken additional work which also was not authorised by the legislation.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 3 December 2008 (P.D.p 845b).

(Act No. 4 of 2009 – assented to on 14 May 2009).

First Home Owner Grant Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 021)

The purpose of this bill is to amend the First Home Owner Grant Act 2000, firstly, to give legislative effect to the First Home Owners Boost scheme, announced by the commonwealth government on 14 October 2008; secondly, to limit the availability of the first home owner grant in the future to transactions involving a property valued at $750 000 or less; and, thirdly, to make a number of minor amendments to improve the administrative arrangements applying under the act.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 March 2009 (P.D.p 2043b).

Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 7 April 2009 and in the Legislative Council on 22 September 2009.

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 8 April 2009.

(Act No. 27 of 2009 – assented to on 17 November 2009).

Fish Resources Management Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 084)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Fish Resources Management Act 1994 in order to implement changes to the Offshore Constitutional Settlement fisheries arrangements, abolish three statutory advisory committees, and modify some of the penalty provisions that currently apply under the Act.

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The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 7990b).

(Act No. 37 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Fisheries Adjustment Schemes Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 067)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Fisheries Adjustment Schemes Act 1987, to allow commercial fishing authorisations and entitlements to be withdrawn from a fishery with appropriate compensation for affected licensed fishers.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 25 June 2009 (P.D.p 5428c).

(Act No. 38 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Gas Supply (Gas Quality Specifications) Bill 2009* (No. 069)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for the supply of gas that does not meet certain gas quality specifications; and the control of the quality of such gas and its impact on gas transmission pipelines; and the payment of compensation to certain gas consumers, operators of gas storage facilities who are adversely affected by receiving such gas; and a programme to modify or replace certain gas appliances and installations that might be rendered unsafe by the supply of such gas, in preparation for its supply; and the operation of an account for contributions by gas producers to the costs of the programme.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 19 August 2009 (P.D.p 6161a).

Amended in the Legislative Council on 22 October 2009.

(Act No. 35 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Health and Disability Services Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 064)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Health Services (Conciliation and Review) Act 1995; and the Disability Services Act 1993; and various other Acts, to enable people with disabilities to make a complaint that a provider has acted unreasonably by not properly investigating a complaint or causing it to be properly investigated, or not taking or causing to be taken, proper action on the complaint. People with disabilities will also be able to complain when a provider has acted unreasonably by charging an excessive fee or otherwise acting unreasonably with respect to a fee.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 19 August 2009 (P.D.p 6162b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Heritage of Western Australia Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 079) (Mr J. Hyde)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Heritage of Western Australia Act 1990 to increase the penalties for illegal works upon places entered in to Register of Heritage Places.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

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Higher Education Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 093)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Higher Education Act 2004 to implement the revised national protocols for higher education approval processes. The protocols are the key element of a national quality assurance framework for Australian higher education. They are designed to ensure that consistent criteria and standards are applied across all states and territories.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 11 November 2009 (P.D.p 8770b).

(Act No. 40 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Interpretation and Reprints Amendment Bill 2008 (No. 003)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Interpretation Act 1984 (WA) and the Reprints Act 1984 (WA) in order to correct a definition in the act, insert a new definition, and correct a typographical error.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 3 December 2008 (P.D.p 846b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Iron Ore Processing (Mineralogy Ptd Ltd) Agreement Amendment Bill 2008 (LC No. 015)

The purpose of this Bill is to ratify a Variation Agreement to vary the State Agreement ratified by the Iron Ore Processing (Mineralogy Pty Ltd) Agreement Act 2002.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 26 November 2008 (P.D.p 464b).

(Act No. 48 of 2008 – assented to on 10 December 2008).

Land Administration Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 062)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Land Administration Act 1997 to allow phasing in of pastoral lease rents determined on a five-yearly basis by the Valuer-General.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 19 August 2009 (P.D.p 6164b).

Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 15 October 2009.

(Act No. 32 of 2009 – assented to on 26 November 2009).

Loan Bill 2009 (No. 047)

The purpose of this Bill is to authorise the borrowing of a sum of eight billion three hundred and sixteen million one hundred and ninety seven thousand dollars for public purposes.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 May 2009 (P.D.p 4080c).

(Act No. 14 of 2009 – assented to on 29 June 2009).

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Local Government Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 028)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Local Government Act 1995 in order to provide local governments with new powers to enter land to remove graffiti, improving various accountability provisions relating to declaring financial interests, annual returns, elections donations and restricting the types of gifts that council members may receive; and providing stronger powers for the Minister and Department of Local Government and Regional Development to obtain information from local governments when carrying out investigations.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 11 March 2009 (P.D.p 1578b).

(Act No. 17 of 2009 – assented to on 16 September 2009).

Local Government Amendment (Elections) Bill 2009* (No. 034)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Local Government Act 1995 in order to replace the current provision for preferential proportional representation system of voting in local government elections with provisions for a first-past-the-post system.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 March 2009 (P.D.p 2046c).

(Act No. 15 of 2009 – assented to on 17 August 2009).

Major Events (Aerial Advertising) Bill 2009* (No. 029)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for the control of aerial advertising at major events.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 March 2009 (P.D.p 2046b).

(Act No. 20 of 2009 – assented to on 21 September 2009).

Mineral Sands (Eneabba) Agreement Amendment Bill 2008 (LC No. 006)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Mineral Sands (Eneabba) Agreement Act 1975 in order to ratify an agreement made on 28 July 2008 between the state and Iluka Resources Ltd.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 12 November 2008 (P.D.p 150b).

(Act No. 45 of 2008 – assented to on 10 December 2008).

Mines Safety and Inspection Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 095)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Mines Safety and Inspection Act 1994 to provide regulations establish a cost-recovery regime through a levy on the mining industry, to enable the regulator to have the necessary resources to deliver a safety regulatory regime to the mining industry.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 11 November 2009 (P.D.p 8771b).

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Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 24 November 2009.

(Act No. 45 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

National Environment Protection Council (Western Australia) Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 038)

The purpose of this Bill is to implement nationally agreed minor amendments to the National Environment Protection Council (Commonwealth) Act 1994.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 5 May 2009 (P.D.p 3197c).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 5 May 2009.

(Act No. 47 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

National Gas Access (WA) Bill 2008* (No. 009)

The purpose of this Bill is to implement the new national third party access regime for natural gas pipeline systems in Western Australia, in order to improve governance arrangements for access regulation of natural gas pipelines and increase incentives for investment in new pipeline infrastructure.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 26 November 2008 (P.D.p 492b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 27 November 2008.

Amended in the Legislative Council on 25 June 2009.

(Act No. 16 of 2009 – assented to on 1 September 2009).

Occupational Safety and Health Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 027)

The purpose of this Bill is to clarify amendments made to the Occupational Safety and Health act 1984by the Occupational Safety and Health Legislation Amendment and Repeal Act 2004 and to make related amendments to the Industrial Relations Act 1979.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 11 March 2009 (P.D.p 1579b).

(Act No. 36 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Parliamentary Commissioner Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 023)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Parliamentary Commissioner Act 1971 and as a consequence to amend the Children and Community Services Act 2004 to enable the Ombudsman to review and investigate certain child deaths, in part by the transfer to the Ombudsman of the child death review functions currently carried out by the Child Death Review Committee.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 19 March 2009 (P.D.p 2182b).

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Amended in the Legislative Council on 16 June 2009.

(Act No. 10 of 2009 – assented to on 29 June 2009).

Perth Theatre Trust Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 035)

A Bill for an Act to amend the Perth Theatre Trust Act 1979 in order to provide official recognition of the existing performing arts collection, known as the WA performing Arts Museum, currently housed at His Majesty’s Theatre in Hay Street Perth.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Petroleum and Energy Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 106)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the State's upstream petroleum legislation which regulates the exploration for and production of the State's petroleum resources as well as the transport of petroleum by way of pipelines. These amendments will also affect the rules and principles applying to geothermal titles in the onshore legislation.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 26 November 2009 (P.D.p 9858b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 26 November 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Planning and Development Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 080) (Mr J. Hyde)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Planning and Development Act 2005 to increase the penalties for illegal works upon heritage places.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Police Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 071)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Police Act 1982 in order to provide police auxiliary officers with the same powers as police officers when performing secondary policing functions, unless the Commissioner of Police determines that such powers are not required.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 16 September 2009 (P.D.p 7152a).

(Act No. 42 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Police (Medical and Other Expenses for Former Officers) Bill 2008* (No. 005)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for the payment of medical and other expenses incurred by former police officers and Aboriginal police liaison officers in respect of employment- related injuries.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 11 November 2008 (P.D.p 74c).

(Act No. 46 of 2008 – assented to on 10 December 2008).

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Prisoners (Interstate Transfer) Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 026)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Prisoners (Interstate Transfer) Act 1983 by introducing nationally agreed changes to the range of factors taken into account when a transfer of prisoner is requested.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 11 March 2009 (P.D.p 1576b).

(Act No. 1 of 2009 – assented to on 17 April 2009).

Professional Combat Sports Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 074)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Professional Combat Sports Act 1987 in order to establish a broader regulatory coverage of combat sports events in Western Australia by removing the term “professional” and ensuring that all combat sports contestants will enjoy the same level of health and safety controls that have been enjoyed by professional participants.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 8028b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Professional Standards Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 044)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Professional Standards Act 1997 in order to facilitate the capping of occupational liability, while also protecting consumer interests through requirements for insurance and the implementation of risk management strategies and complaints and disciplinary procedures.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 13 May 2009 (P.D.p 3915b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 10 September 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Property Law (Mortgagee's Power of Sale) Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 070) (Hon S. Talbot)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Property Law Act 1969 to require a mortgagee or chargee, in exercising a power of sale in respect of mortgaged or charged land, to take reasonable care to ensure that the land is sold for not less than its market value.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 20 August 2009 (P.D.p 6245c).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Public Sector Reform Bill 2009* (No. 103)

This purpose of this Bill is to amend the Public Sector Management Act 1994 in order to enhance the Public Sector Commissioner’s capacity to operate as an independent statutory body with general responsibility for management and administration of the public sector. 79 Parliamentary Digest 2010

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 25 November 2009 (P.D.p 9769b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Racing and Wagering Legislation Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 076)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Betting Control Act 1954, the Gaming and Wagering Commission Act 1987 and the Racing and Wagering Western Australia Act 2003 in order to establish a legislative framework to require both domestic and offshore betting operators who publish or use Western Australian race fields to pay the racing bets levy to the Gaming and Wagering Commission of Western Australia

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 23 September 2009 (P.D.p 7556c)

(Act No. 29 of 2009 – assented to on 23 November 2009)

Racing Bets Levy Bill 2009 (No. 077)

The purpose of this Bill is to impose a levy on betting operators in respect of gross revenue or turnover.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 23 September 2009 (P.D.p 7557b).

(Act No. 30 of 2009 -- assented to on 23 November 2009).

Rail Safety Bill 2009* (No. 083)

The purpose of this Bill is to make provision for rail safety and other matters that form part of a system of nationally consistent rail safety laws and as a consequence to repeal the Rail Safety Act 1998, and amend certain other Acts.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 15 October 2009 (P.D.p 8173c).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 24 November 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Railway (Butler to Brighton) Bill 2009 (No. 075)

The purpose of this Bill is to authorise the construction of a railway from Butler to Brighton.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 26 November 2009 (P.D.p 9983c).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Referendums (Implementation of Result) Amendment Bill 2009 (LC No. 039) (Hon A. Fels)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Referendums Act 1983 to provide for the compulsory introduction of legislation and policies designed to implement the result of a referendum. 80 Parliament of Western Australia

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 1 April 2009 (P.D.p 2451b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Retail Trading Hours Amendment Bill 2009* (No. 061)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Retail Trading Hours Act 1987 to allow general retail shops in the metropolitan area to remain open until 9.00 pm each week night.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 June 2009 (P.D.p 5160b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Retail Trading Hours Amendment (Joondalup Special Trading Precinct) Bill 2009 (No. 097)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Retail Trading Hours Act 1987 to do two things: firstly, to change the term “tourism precinct” to “special trading precinct”, and, secondly, to establish a new special trading precinct in Joondalup in addition to the existing precincts of Perth and Fremantle.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 November 2009 (P.D.p 9112e).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Revenue Laws Amendment Bill (No. 3) 2008 (No. 002)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the land tax and metropolitan region improvement tax scales for the land tax year 2008–09, the Bill seeks to reduce these tax rates by an average of 7%.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 12 November 2008 (P.D.p 163c).

(Act No. 3 of 2009 – assented to on 14 May 2009).

Revenue Laws Amendment (Taxation) Bill 2009 (No. 051)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Land Tax Assessment Act 2002, the Land Tax Act 2002 and the Metropolitan Region Improvement Tax Act 1959 in order to implement two things, firstly the introduction of a cap on the annual growth in land values used to assess land tax and metropolitan region improvement tax, and secondly the reintroduction of a concession for land developers.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 20 May 2009 (P.D.p 4284b).

(Act No. 19 of 2009 – assented to on 16 September 2009).

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Road Traffic Amendment (Hoons) Bill 2009* (No. 063)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Road Traffic Act 1974 and, in consequence, to amend the Road Safety Council Act 2002 in order to introduce new, and strengthen existing, impoundment provisions to deal with antisocial or hoon behaviour on the roads.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 June 2009 (P.D.p 5161b).

Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 13 August 2009 and in the Legislative Council on 22 September 2009.

(Act No. 23 of 2009 -- assented to on 6 October 2009).

Road Traffic Legislation Amendment (Registration Labels) Bill 2009 (LC No. 082)

The purpose of this Bill is to discontinue registration labels for light vehicles with amendments to the Road Traffic Act 1974and the Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 14 October 2009 (P.D.p 7991b).

(Act No. 39 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Royal Perth Hospital Protection Bill 2008 (No. 008)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for the continued operation of part of the Royal Perth hospital as a public hospital on the present site with the Certificate of Title Volume 1880 Folio 491.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 11 November 2008 (P.D.p 75b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Royalties for Regions Bill 2009* (No. 050)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for the operation of the Royalties for Regions Fund and establish the Western Australian Regional Development Trust.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 June 2009 (P.D.p 5163b).

(Act No. 41 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Sentence Administration (Interstate Transfer of Community Based Sentences) Bill 2009* (No. 030)

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for Western Australia’s participation in the formal transfer and enforcement of community based sentences between Australian jurisdictions.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 March 2009 (P.D.p 1896b).

(Act No. 5 of 2009 -- assented to on 14 May 2009).

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Sentencing Legislation (Transitional Provisions) Amendment Bill 2008 (No. 020)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Sentencing Legislation Amendment and Repeal Act 2003 to remove the general requirement to reduce the fixed term of imprisonment by one- third.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 26 November 2008 (P.D.p 494a).

Amended in the Legislative Council on 9 December 2008.

(Act No. 49 of 2008 -- assented to on 17 December 2008).

Standardisation of Formatting Bill 2009* (LC No. 066)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend various written laws to standardise the formatting of certain aspects of those laws. This Bill will improve the State's legislation database by having a uniform standard of layout, style and formatting for all written laws.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 18 August 2009 (P.D.p 6002a).

Referred to Standing Committee on Legislation on 19 August 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

Statutes (Repeals and Minor Amendments) Bill 2009 (LC No. 042)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the statute law by repealing various written laws and making minor amendments to various other written laws in order to make general housekeeping amendments to legislation.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 6 May 2009 (P.D.p 3396b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 6 May 2009.

Amended in the Legislative Council on 14 October 2009.

(Act No. 46 of 2009 – assented to on 3 December 2009).

Statutes (Repeals and Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill 2008 (LC No. 013)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the statute law by repealing various written laws and making minor amendments to various other written laws in order to make general housekeeping amendments to legislation.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 12 November 2008 (P.D.p 157a).

(Act No. 8 of 2009 – assented to on 21 May 2009).

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Surrogacy Bill 2008* (LC No. 001)

The purpose of this Bill is to establish a legislative framework to allow arrangements for surrogate births and children born under those arrangements, and to make amendments to various Acts.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 12 November 2008 (P.D.p 153b).

(Act No. 47 of 2008 -- assented to on 10 December 2008).

Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 (No. 017) (Dr J. Woollard)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Tobacco Products Control Act 2006 in order to prohibit smoking in cars if a young person is present, prohibit the display of tobacco products at point of sale and prohibit smoking in al fresco areas, outdoor playing areas and safe swimming areas.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 26 November 2008 (P.D.p 504b).

Referred to the Education and Health Standing Committee on 3 December 2008.

Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 7 May 2009 and in the Legislative Council on 9 September 2009.

(Act No. 22 of 2009 – assented to on 22 September 2009).

Training Legislation Amendment and Repeal Bill 2008* (LC No. 007)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend and modernise the Vocational Education and Training act 1996, and to repeal the Industrial Training Act 1975.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 12 November 2008 (P.D.p 155b).

Amended in the Legislative Council on 26 November 2008.

(Act No. 44 of 2008 – assented to on 10 December 2008).

Transfer of Incorporation (HBF and HIF) Bill 2009 (No. 057)

The purpose of the Bill is to provide for the registration of the HBF Health Funds Inc. and the Health Insurance Fund of W.A. (Inc.), as public companies limited by guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001 (Commonwealth).

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 June 2009 (P.D.p 5164b).

(Act No. 11 of 2009 – assented to on 29 June 2009).

Treasurer's Advance Authorisation Bill 2009 (No. 032)

A Bill for an Act to authorise expenditure in the financial year ending on 30 June 2009.

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The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 17 March 2009 (P.D.p 1896a).

(Act No. 2 of 2009 – assented to on 17 April 2009).

Valuation of Land Amendment (Assessed Value) Bill 2009* (No. 052)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Valuation of Land Act 1978 in order to clarify the law in relation to how the Valuer-General determines the gross rental value of classes of land for which a rental market does not exist.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 19 August 2009 (P.D.p 6164a).

(Act No. 33 of 2009 – assented to on 26 November 2009).

Veterinary Surgeons Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 033)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Veterinary Surgeons Amendment Act 2009 to redress the requirements for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Western Australia.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 18 March 2009 (P.D.p 1991c).

(Act No. 9 of 2009 – assented to on 21 May 2009).

Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Amendment Bill 2009 (No. 065)

The purpose of the Bill is to amend the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007 and the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Levy Act 2007 in order to increase rates of recycling in Western Australia and reduce waste going into landfill.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 18 June 2009 (P.D.p 5253b).

Amended in the Legislative Assembly on 8 September 2009.

(Act No. 48 of 2009 – assented to on 7 December 2009).

Water Services Licensing (Water Conservation Target) Amendment Bill 2008 (LC No. 025) (Hon P. Llewellyn)

The purpose of this Bill is to amend the Water Services Licensing Act 1995 to impose as a condition of holding specified operating licenses for water supply services an obligation to meet a specified water conservation target.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 11 March 2009 (P.D.p 1575b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009.

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Weapons (Supply to Minors and Enhanced Police Powers) Amendment Bill 2008* (No. 022) (Ms M. Quirk)

The purpose of this Bill is to prohibit the sale of controlled weapons to persons under the age of 18 years of age, except in circumstances where the seller has an honest and reasonable belief that the controlled weapon is to be used for a lawful sporting or recreational use.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Assembly was moved on 3 December 2008 (P.D.p 877b).

This Bill remains on the Legislative Assembly Notice Paper as at 26 November 2009.

Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Amendment Bill 2009* (LC No. 096)

A Bill to amend the Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004 and Spent Convictions Act 1988 in order to strengthen the working with children legislation, including an additional consideration that must be taken into account in deciding whether to issue a person with an assessment notice in the form of a working with children card. It also proposes amendments that will reduce barriers to taking the necessary action in cases in which a person’s criminal record indicates that that person presents an unacceptable risk of harm and should not be in child-related work.

The motion for the Second Reading of the Bill in the Legislative Council was moved on 18 November 2009 (P.D.p 9192b).

Referred to Standing Committee on Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review on 18 November 2009.

This Bill remains on the Legislative Council Notice Paper as at 1 December 2009. 86 Parliament of Western Australia

MOTIONS IN THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY (25)

Only substantive motions moved are listed below and do not include procedural or formal motions. See also Committees, Condolence Motions, Sessional Orders and Standing Orders, Suspension in the Index to the 2008–2009 Votes and Proceedings of the Legislative Assembly.

Alleged Assaults on Students Incident (moved by Mrs M.H. Roberts, 13/11/2008) – Minister for Education provided an explanation. Implementation of the Government’s Hundred Day Plan (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 3/12/08) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Censure of the Premier – Appointment of Mr Peter Cowen (motion moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 4/12/08) – NEGATIVED Victorian Bushfire Victims (moved by The Premier, 10/03/2008) – AGREED TO Pay Rates for Cleaners of Government Buildings and Offices (moved by Mr F.M. Logan, 1/04/2009) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Local Government Amalgamation Policy (moved by Mr P. Papalia, 1/04/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED School Volunteer Program (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 8/04/2009) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Independent Mental Health and Wellbeing Commissioner (moved by Mr R.H. Cook, 8/04/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Allocation of Taxpayer Funds (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 9/04/2009) – NEGATIVED Enhancement of the Pilbara Interconnected Power Grid (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 6/05/2009) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Regional Projects and Programmes (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 20/05/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Ballajura, Secret Harbour, Carnarvon and Gascoyne Junction Police Stations, (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 10/06/2009) – NEGATIVED Closure of Grain Network LinesClosure of Grain Rail Network Lines (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 17/06/2009) – NEGATIVED “Towards Zero” Road Safety Strategy (moved by Ms M.M. Quirk, 17/06/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Censure of the Ministers for Indigenous Affairs and Regional Development (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 18/06/2009) – NEGATIVED Recreational Fishing Fees (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 12/08/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Renewable Energy in Western Australia (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 19/08/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Job Losses and Cuts to Core Services (moved by Ms R. Saffioti, 9/09/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Exercise of the Speaker’s Casting Vote (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 23/09/2009) – NEGATIVED “The Shops” in Ellenbrook (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 23/09/2009) – NEGATIVED Direction 2031 Planning Document (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 14/10.2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED 87 Parliamentary Digest 2010

Travel Claims by Minister (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 21/10/2009) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO South-West Infrastructure Projects (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 21/10/2009 – DEBATE ADJOURNED Public Funding of the State’s Critical Infrastructure (moved by Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan, 18//11/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED Administration of Education and Tourism Portfolios (moved by Mrs M.H. Roberts, 25/11/2009) – DEBATE ADJOURNED 88 Parliament of Western Australia

MATTERS OF PUBLIC INTEREST (21)

Appointment of Director General of the Department of Premier and Cabinet (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 27/11/08) – NEGATIVED Boat Fishing Licence Fees (moved by Mr E.S Ripper, 08/09/09) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Chair of the Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee (moved by Mr R.H. Cook, 16/06/09) – NEGATIVED Creation of New Committees and Review (moved by Mr M. McGowan, 20/08/09) – NEGATIVED Fresh Start Illicit Drug Treatment Program (moved by MR R.H. Cook, 19/03/09) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Government Financial Management (moved by Mr B.S. Wyatt, 31/03/09) – NEGATIVED Government Wages and Funding Cuts (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 18/11/09) – AMENDED AND ADJOURNED Government’s Plan’s for the Health System (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 11/12/08) – AGREED TO Health and Mental Health Services (moved by Mr R.H. Cook, 13/10/09) – NEGATIVED Household Fees and Charges (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 13/05/09) – NEGATIVED Infill Sewerage Program (moved by Mr F.M. Logan, 05/05/09) – NEGATIVED Minister for Mental Health and Portfolio (moved by Mr R.H. Cook, 16/09/09) – NEGATIVED No Confidence in the Minister for Police (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 09/06/09) – NEGATIVED Policing in Northbridge (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 07/04/09) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Redress Western Australia Scheme (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 11/08/09) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO Regional Election Promises (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 20/10/09) – NEGATIVED Resources FOR Child Development Services (moved by Mr R.H. Cook, 22/09/09) – NEGATIVED Rising Government Fees and Charges (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 21/05/09) – NEGATIVED State Budget (moved by MR E.S. Ripper, 04/12/08) – NEGATIVED Western Australia Health System Budget (moved by Mr E.S. Ripper, 24/11/09) – NEGATIVED Western Australia’s Ambulance Service (moved by Mr R.H. Cook, 11/11/09) – NEGATIVED 89 Parliamentary Digest 2010

MOTIONS IN THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (7)

Only substantive motions moved are listed below and do not include procedural or formal motions. See also Committees, Condolence Motions and Motions without Notice in the Index to the 2008–2009 Minutes of Proceedings of the Legislative Council.

Appropriate Resourcing for Western Australian Not-for-Profit Sector (moved by Hon Sue Ellery, 24/06/09) – NEGATIVED Child Death Review Committee – Implementation of Recommendations (moved by Hon Sue Ellery, 09/09/09 – NEGATIVED Kimberley Liquefied Natural Gas Precinct (moved by Hon Jon Ford, 14/10/09) – NEGATIVED Native Forests (moved by Hon Paul Llewellyn on behalf of Hon Giz Watson, 02/04/09) – NEGATIVED Recreation Activities within Public Drinking Water Source Areas (moved by Hon Norman Moore, 15/09/09) – AGREED TO Renewable Energy Technologies – Gross Feed-in Tariff (moved by Hon Paul Llewellyn, 12/03/09) – AGREED TO Water Catchments – South West Recovery Program (moved by Hon Giz Watson, 03/06/09) – AMENDED AND AGREED TO

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PETITIONS PRESENTED IN THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY (108 petitions)

Figures appearing in square brackets indicate the number of petitions presented on the issue. The total number of signatures appearing on these petitions follows in the round brackets.

Air-Conditioning at Serpentine Primary School – requesting that the policy for the provision of air-conditioning to all schools be reviewed, presented Mr A.J. Simpson [1] (66)

Anson Road and Albany Highway Intersection, Albany – requesting that the Legislative Assembly investigate ways to provide a safer solution for the Anson Road and Albany Highway intersection in Albany, presented by Mr P.B Watson [1] (45)

Applecross Primary School – requesting that the Minister for Education be directed to take action to replace the entire roof at Applecross Primary School, presented by Dr J.M. Woollard [1] (209)

Asphalt Plant, Stakehill Road, Karnup – requesting that the Legislative Assembly intervene to ensure production does not proceed at this site and that a more suitable site is found for the asphalt, presented by Mr P. Papalia [1] (179)

Ballajura Police Station – requesting that the Ballajura Police Station remain open, presented by Ms R. Saffioti [1] (1653)

Bannister Creek Primary School – requesting that the inclusion of covered walkways into Bannister Creek Primary School’s new buildings be supported, presented by Mr W.J. Johnston [1] (584)

Barking Dogs – requesting that the Legislative Assembly facilitate and expedite amendments to legislation to give local authorities broader enforcement powers to control persistently barking dogs, presented by Ms M.M. Quirk [1] (144)

Bateman Bus Routes 187 and 794 – requesting that the Bateman bus routes 187 and 794 be reinstated, presented by Mr C.C. Porter [1] (103)

Beckenham Primary School Out of School Care Service – requesting that the Legislative Assembly allow the transportable classroom, used for out of school care, to stay for the next twelve months to allow the local community to develop a long-term plan to secure this service, presented by Mr W.J. Johnston [1] (46)

Belmont Small Business Centre – requesting that the reinstalment of full funding to the Belmont Small Business Centre be supported, presented by Mr E.S. Ripper [1] (318)

Bitumen Emulsion Plant, Maddington – requesting that the Environmental Protection Authority be instructed to formally assess the proposed Bitumen/Asphalt Emulsion Plant at 5 Marion Road, Maddington, presented by Mr A.J. Waddell [1] (159)

Boating Facilities in Broome – requesting that the building of a new safe boating facility in Broome be supported, presented by Mr W.R. Marmion [1] (2172) 91 Parliamentary Digest 2010

Boxing Day Trading Hours – requesting that Boxing Day not be included in any retail trading hours deregulation, presented by Ms M.M. Quirk [1] (58)

Burslem Drive, Maddington – requesting that a review be undertaken, and the necessary traffic control and pedestrian crossing changes carried out, as a matter of urgency, presented by Mr A.J. Waddell [1] (92)

Bus Route 555 – requesting a feasibility study be carried out to extend the existing 555 route to run every hour and to incorporate the Scenic drive and major tourist attractions in the Rockingham area, presented by Mr M. McGowan [1] (176)

Busselton Hospital – requesting that the immediate construction of a new hospital in the Shire of Busselton be supported, Mr T. R Buswell [1] (44)

Butler Railway Station – requesting that the decision to cancel the Butler Railway Station be reversed, and that Members of the Legislative Assembly support the construction of the Butler Railway Station, presented by Mr J.R. Quigley [1] (73)

Carnarvon Boat Ramp – requesting that the Government honour the previous Government’s commitment of $3 million to construct a boat ramp in Carnarvon, presented by Mr V.A. Catania [1] (658)

Child Protection Facility Marangaroo – requesting that the child protection facility at 22 Dartford Crescent, Marangaroo be closed, presented by Ms M.M. Quirk [1] (84)

Children’s Crossing at Pacific Way and Gradient Way Beldon – requesting that the Legislative Assembly maintain a current ‘A’ warrant status at Pacific Way and Gradient Way Beldon for the protection of children attending Beldon Primary School, presented by Ms M.M. Quirk [1] (467)

Church of St Mary the Virgin, South Perth – requesting that the Legislative Assembly support the $1.5 million appeal to finance the work that is urgently required to ensure the heritage- listed building remains part of the South Perth landscape for future generations to enjoy, presented by Mr J.E. McGrath [1] (554)

Cockburn Central Railway Car Parking Station Facilities – requesting that the Government commit to the construction of adequate parking facilities at Cockburn Central to enable the public the use of a safe and world standard parking facility, presented by Mr F.M. Logan [4] (1361)

Conflict in Sri Lanka – requesting that the Legislative Assembly note the concerns of the petitioners on the current conflict in Sri Lanka, presented by Mr W.J. Johnston [1] (820)

Country Age Pension Fuel Card – requesting that residents in the electorates of Mandurah and Dawesville and the Shire of Serpintine Jarrahdale are included in the Country Age Fuel Card Scheme, presented by Mr D.A Templeman [2] (1281)

Democratic Republic of Congo – requesting that the Legislative Assembly note the concerns of the Congolese Community of Western Australia about the war in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo and support the Congolese Community in their efforts to stop the war in the Congo, presented by Mr W.J. Johnston [1] (4) 92 Parliament of Western Australia

East Rockingham Pioneers Cemetery – requesting that the Government take immediate steps to reverse the decision to impose fees at the East Rockingham Pioneers Cemetery, presented by Mr M. McGowan [2] (509)

Electric Winches on Recreational Vessels in Western Australia – requesting that the Legislative Assembly consider opposing the introduction of a ban on electronic winches on recreational lobster vessels in Western Australia, presented by Mr I.C Blayney [1] (142)

Esperance Anglican Community School – requesting that registration be granted for years 11 and 12 to the Esperance Anglican Community School, presented by Dr G.G. Jacobs [3] (494)

Extension of Mitchell Freeway and Neerabup Road – requesting that provision be made for the design and construction of the extension of the Mitchell Freeway and Neerabup Road, presented by Mr A.P. Jacob [1] (2954)

Firearms Act Reform – requesting that any review of the Firearms Act and Regulations should show an exemption for pastoralists and graziers in the use of handguns, presented by Mr V.A. Catania [1] (27)

Freestanding A-frame Signs – requesting that the Legislative Assembly amend the local laws under which the City of Joondalup currently operates to allow the use and placement of A- frame signs, and to require local councils to adopt policies that include such amendments, presented by Mr A.P. Gorman [1] (254)

Geraldton Police and Citizens’ Youth Club – requesting that the Legislative Assembly endorse the continued future of the Geraldton Police and Citizens’ Youth Club, and provide resources to enable that to occur, presented by Mr I.C. Blayney [1] (175)

Geraldton to Perth Passenger Train – requesting that the Legislative Assembly initiate a passenger train from Geraldton to Perth, presented by Mr G.A. Woodhams [1], Mr I.C. Blayney [2] (3915)

Goldfields Highway – requesting the Legislative Assembly direct the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure to ensure the Level 5 upgrade is carried out to the Wiluna-Meekatharra Road within the next five years and commit to that deadline, presented by Mr J.J. M. Bowler [1] (465)

Gracetown Townsite Expansion Structure Plan – requesting that the Legislative Assembly initiate a consultation process with the Gracetown and wider community regarding the Tourist Development Scheme Amendment for the Gracetown Townsite Expansion Structure Plan, presented by Mr T.R. Buswell [1] (1010)

Green’s Pool – requesting that a ban be supported on all types of fishing at Green’s Pool within a defined area of the headland and beach, presented by Mr P.B. Watson [2] (41)

Harvey Pine Plantation – requesting that the dumping of sewage materials in the Harvey Pines be stopped until it is proven that the practise is safe, presented by Mr M.J. Cowper [1] (78)

Hawtin Road and Bershire Road Intersection, Forrestfield – requesting that the dangers associated with the intersection at Hawtin and Berkshire Roads, Forrestfield be addressed, presented by Mr A.J. Waddell [1] (358) 93 Parliamentary Digest 2010

Health Services in Karratha – requesting a review of the provision of health services in Karratha, presented by Mr V. A. Catania [2] (409)

Herald Avenue Senior Citizens’ Centre – requesting that the former 155 bus route be reinstated to allow residents of the Lynwood, Ferndale, and Langford areas to travel to the Herald Avenue Senior Citizens’ Centre in Willetton, presented by Mr W.J. Johnston [1] (122)

Hilton Police Station, Proposed Closure – requesting that the closure of the Hilton Police Station be opposed, presented by Ms M.M. Quirk [1] (1301)

Household Waste Composting Plant in Kwinana – requesting that the Legislative Assembly oppose the proposed placement of a household waste composting facility in Kwinana, presented by Mr R.H. Cook [1] (300)

Inclusion of Year 7 Students in State Secondary Schools – requesting that the inclusion of year 7 students in the state school sector be opposed pending consideration of how the best outcome for students can be achieved, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (19)

Increase In Fees and Charges to Householders – requesting that the Legislative Assembly voices the case of householders aggrieved by the increases in fees and charges, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (88)

Increase in Government Fees and Charges – requesting that relief be given to Western Australian householders, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (15)

In-fill Sewerage Program – requesting that the Government honour previous commitments made to complete the Spearwood in-fill sewerage program by 2010, presented by Mr A.J. Carpenter [1], Mr F.M. Logan [10] (2503)

In-fill Sewerage Program for Port Headland – requesting that the Government honour previous commitments made to complete the Port Hedland infill sewerage program, presented by Mr T.G. Stephens [1] (166)

Insurance Commission of Western Australia – requesting that the Board of Directors of the Insurance Commission of Western Australia be stood down pending proper investigation into their role in relation to the Ellenbrook Restrictive Covenant, presented by Mr F.A. Alban [1] (497)

Kemerton Industrial Park Strategy Plan – requesting that the State Government and the Parliament of Western Australia reject the Strategy Plan and engage in full and open community consultation to completely reassess the use of all the land area at Kemerton, presented by Mr M.J Cowper [1] (5971)

Kyilla Primary School – requesting that the new Government commit to immediately providing the primary school with a $40,000 upgrade to dilapidated playground equipment, presented by Mr J.N. Hyde [2] (119)

Liquor Control Act 1988 – requesting that the Legislative Assembly amend the Act to ensure a more consultative process regarding the prohibition of alcohol, presented by Mrs C.A. Martin [2] (910) 94 Parliament of Western Australia

Low Paid Workers – requesting that the Legislative Assembly ensure a fair pay deal for some of Western Australia’s lowest paid workers be supported, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1], Mr P.B. Watson [1] (14,166)

Mammography Machine in Karratha – requesting that the Legislative Assembly consider the acquisition of a mammography machine, to be located in Karratha, for use by residents in the Pilbara, presented by Mr V.A. Catania [1], Mr D.T. Redman [1] (1692)

Marmion Avenue Parklands Anti-Social Behaviour – requesting that the Government and the City of Wanneroo implement measures aimed at reducing vandalism and antisocial behaviour in parklands from Marmion Avenue to the coast, presented by Mr J.R. Quigley [1] (88)

Marri Grove Primary School – requesting that the Minister for Education review the current air conditioning policy for public schools, so that Marri Grove Primary School’s need for air conditioning is addressed, presented by Mr A.J. Simpson [1] (395)

Medication for Companion Dogs – requesting that Western Australian veterinarians provide owners of companion animals with expiry date and batch number details of all tablet medicines they dispense for companion animals, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (112)

Mental Health Service – requesting that an increase in mental health services funding to raise staffing levels to a safe and effective standard be proposed, presented by Mr R.H. Cook [1] (1284)

Mirrabooka Bus Service – requesting that the Department of Transport take steps to introduce a bus service to Mirrabooka Avenue on Sundays, presented by Ms J.M. Freeman [1] (50)

Mitchell Freeway Extension to Clarkson – requesting the Legislative Assembly immediately progress the extension of the Mitchell Freeway northwards to Hester Avenue, Clarkson, presented by Mr A.P Jacob [1] (443)

Moore River Urban Development – requesting that the development of 2,000 housing lots on the south side of Moore River be disallowed, presented by Mr G.A. Woodhams [1] (44)

Mount Lawley Out of School Care Facility – requesting that the Minister for Education immediately intervene to ensure that Mount Lawley Out of School Care Centre remains onsite at Mount Lawley Primary School, presented by Mrs M.H. Roberts [1] (296)

Multi-Purpose Sporting Stadium – requesting that the Legislative Assembly reinstate the requirement of a dedicated rectangular stadium to the proposal to upgrade major stadiums in our State, presented by Mr J.E. McGrath [1] (8832)

Nicholson Road Railway Bridge – requesting that the construction of a bridge over the railway at Nicholson Road be supported to allow for rail freight and road traffic to proceed without delay through the intersection, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (105)

North Perth Bus Routes – requesting the Government increase bus capacity along the route from North Perth to Wellington Bus Depot, specifically on the 347, 354 and 363 bus routes, presented by Mr J.N. Hyde. [2] (55)

Parking at Yale Primary School – requesting that more parking bays be provided at Yale Primary School, presented by Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (237) 95 Parliamentary Digest 2010

Parking Facilities at Cockburn Central Railway Station – requesting that the Government build appropriate parking facilities at Cockburn Central Railway Station, presented by Mr F.M. Logan [1] (112)

Patient Assisted Travel Scheme – requesting the Legislative Assembly give appropriate recognition and support for a review to commence immediately to give residents of the Pilbara district basic health care options and affordability, presented by Mr T.G. Stephens [1] (768)

Pearl Oyster Farm, Montebello Islands – requesting that the Legislative Assembly oppose the application of Morgan & Co Pty Ltd to modify the catchment area of its pearl oyster farm in the Montebello Islands, presented by Mr V.A. Catania [1] (465)

Pedestrian Railway Crossing Upgrade at Bibra Lake – requesting that the Legislative Assembly support the upgrade of the pedestrian railway crossing from a ‘passive’ to an ‘active’ on at Prout Way and Little Rush Close, Bibra Lake, presented by Mr J.M Francis [1] (198)

Police and Citizens’ Youth Club – requesting that the Legislative Assembly endorse the continued future of the Albany Police and Citizens’ Youth Club and ensure that sufficient resources and funding are allocated to enable that to occur, presented by Mr P.B. Watson [1] (63)

Police and Citizens’ Youth Club – requesting that the Legislative Assembly endorse the continued future of the Fremantle Police and Citizens’ Club and ensure that sufficient resources and funding are allocated to enable that to occur, presented by Mr A.J. Carpenter [1] (450)

Police and Citizens’ Youth Club – requesting that the Legislative Assembly endorse the continued future of the Geraldton Police and Citizens’ Youth Club and ensure that sufficient resources and funding are allocated to enable that to occur, presented by Mr I.C. Blayney [1] (175)

Police and Citizens’ Youth Club – requesting that the Legislative Assembly endorse the continued future of the Rockingham Police and Citizens Youth Club and ensure that sufficient resources and funding are allocated to enable that to occur, presented by Mr P. Papalia [3], Mr M.McGowan [1] (165)

Police and Citizens’ Youth Club – requesting that the Legislative Assembly endorse the continued future of the Roebourne Police and Citizens’ Youth Club and ensure that sufficient resources and funding are allocated to enable that to occur, presented by Mr V.A. Catania [2] (103)

Port Hedland Access Route – requesting that the community’s objection to the closure of access routes from Port Hedland to the coast and rivers south west of town be supported, presented by Mr T.G. Stephens [1] (739)

Public Bus Service Capacity – requesting an increase to bus capacity on the routes from the northern suburbs, specifically the Morley terminus into the city along William Street, presented by Mr J.N. Hyde [1] (16)

Recreational Fishing Fees and Licenses – requesting that the government oppose the introduction of fees and licenses, presented by Mr A.J. Carpenter [1], Mr P. Papalia [1], 96 Parliament of Western Australia

Mr F.M. Logan [3], Mr P.B. Watson [1], Mr A.J. Waddell [1]. Mr C.J. Tallentire [1], Mr J.C. Kobelke [1], Mr M.P. Murray [1], Mr R.H. Cook [1], Mr T.G. Stephens [2] (1772)

Redress WA – requesting that the decision to reduce the maximum payment available under the Redress WA scheme be reversed, presented by Ms L.L. Baker [1] (378)

Residential Parks (Long Stay Tenants) Act 2006 – requesting that the Legislative Assembly promptly review the Residential Parks (Long Stay Tenants) Act 2006 and consider necessary amendments and the release of land which will allow the Park Home dwellers to resettle, presented by Mr P.T. Miles [1] (225)

Rockingham Bus Service – requesting that the 550 bus service to Rockingham Beach be reinstated so that it operates seven days a week, presented by Mr McGowan [1] (88)

Rockingham Infill Sewerage Program – requesting that the Government to take immediate steps to reinstate the Infill Sewerage Programme for the residents located within the Rockingham 25B precinct, presented by Mr M. McGowan [1] (147)

Roe Highway Stage 8 – requesting that the Legislative Assembly support the deletion of the Roe Highway Stage 8 from the Metropolitan Regional Scheme, presented by Mr E.S. Ripper [1] (4015)

Roundabout Installation in Malaga – requesting that a roundabout at the intersection of Truganina and Camboon Roads, Malaga be installed in the interests of reducing motor vehicle accidents, presented by Ms R. Saffioti [1] (854)

Royal Perth Hospital – requesting that the Legislative Assembly oppose the closure of Royal Perth Hospital and to ensure the name Royal Perth Hospital is maintained, presented by Dr K.D. Hames [1] (2228)

Sale of Animals at Pet Shops – requesting that measures aimed at protecting puppies and kittens from abandonment and death be supported, presented by Mr J.R. Quigley [1] (1188)

School Support Staff – requesting issues facing Western Australian schools and their support staff be addressed be acting on the recommendations of the Twomey Taskforce, presented by Mrs M.H. Roberts [2] (1121)

Sealing Roads between Newman, Nullagine and Marble Bar – requesting the Legislative Assembly ensure that the Minister for Planning takes the steps needed to give inland towns basic infrastructure such as sealed roads, presented by Mr T.G. Stephens [1] (737)

Secret Harbour Police Station – requesting that the Secret Harbour police station be constructed and staffed by its own dedicated police officers, presented by Mr P. Papalia [1] (794)

Secret Harbour Police Station – requesting that the Government take immediate steps to progress the construction of the Secret Harbour Police Station, and not remove officers from the Rockingham Police Station, presented by Mr P. Papalia [2] (636)

Shack Site Coastal Communities in Western Australia – requesting that the Shack Site communities be preserved so Western Australians have affordable coastal holiday destinations for future generations, presented by Dr E. Constable [1], Dr K.D. Hames [1], Mr F.A. Alban [1], Mr A. Krsticevic [2], Mr A. Simpson [1], Mr A.J. Waddell [2], 97 Parliamentary Digest 2010

Mr A.P. O’Gorman [1], Mr B.J. Grylls [1], Mr B.S. Wyatt [1], Mr E.S. Ripper [1], Mr F.M. Logan [2], Mr G.A. Woodhams [3], Mr I.C. Blayney [1], Mr J.C. Kobelke [2], Mr J.E. McGrath [1], Mr J.M. Francis [1], Mr J.N. Hyde [2], Mr M. McGowan [1], Mr M.J. Cowper [3], Mr M.P. Murray [1], Mr M.P. Whitely [1], Mr M.W. Sutherland [2], Mr P. Papalia [1], Mr P.T. Miles [1], Mr R.H. Cook [1], Mr T.R. Buswell [1], Mr V.A. Catania [1], Mrs L.M. Harvey [2], Ms A.J.G. MacTiernan [1], Ms A.R. Mitchell [1], Ms A.S. Carles [1], Ms J.M. Freeman [1], Ms M.M. Quirk [1] (8861)

SmartRider Card Outlet at Miami Plaza Shopping Centre – requesting that the Legislative Assembly urge the Government to appoint a SmartRider card outlet at the Miami News and Lotto/Falcon Post Office, in the Miami Plaza Shopping Centre, presented by Dr K.M. Hames [1] (386)

South Headland Underground Power – requesting that the Legislative Assembly give appropriate consideration and support towards the planning stages for this initiative to be brought in line with the town’s basic infrastructure needs, presented by Mr T.G. Stephens [1] (76)

Speech Therapist in Tom Price and Paraburdoo – requesting that a full-time speech therapist be employed to service both Tom Price and Paraburdoo, presented by Mr T.G. Stephens [2] (414)

Speed Limit Reduction on North Road – requesting that action be taken to reduce the speed limit on North Road between Minerva Street and Barnesby Drive, presented by Mr P.B. Watson [1] (37)

Street Post Box in Morgan Fields Estate – requesting that a street post box be installed in the Morgan Fields estate, presented by Ms R. Saffioti [1] (73)

Tapping Primary School – requesting that the new building for the permanent K-2 classes for the Tapping Primary School be constructed on vacant bushland next to the existing school site, presented by Mr P.T. Miles [1] (166)

Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008 – requesting that the Legislative Assembly support the Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2008, presented by Dr J.M. Woollard [1] (907)

Transport Services for Patients Undergoing Cancer Treatment – requesting that the Legislative Assembly consider the implementation of a dedicated transport service for cancer patients in the Rockingham, Singleton, Golden Bay and Secret Harbour areas undergoing treatment in major Perth hospitals, presented by Mr P. Papalia [1] (601)

Truth In Sentencing – requesting that the Legislative Assembly repeal the ‘truth in sentencing’ laws which reduce all sentences by one-third, presented by Mr A.J. Simpson [1] (210)

Uranium Mining in Western Australia – requesting that the unacceptable risk to the community and environment posed by uranium mining be recognised and that the ban on uranium mining in Western Australia be immediately reinstated, presented by Ms A.S. Carles [2], Mr C.J. Tallentire [1] (4238)

Urban Development South of Moore River – requesting that the Legislative Assembly support the recommendation that the land adjoining the proposed Wilbinga Conservation Park be 98 Parliament of Western Australia

protected from future development, presented by Ms L.L. Baker [2], Mr C.J. Tallentire [2], Ms A.S. Carles [1], Mr G.A. Woodhams [1], Mr T.K. Waldron [1], Mr J.N. Hyde [1], Dr J.M. Woollard [1], Mr P.B. Watson [1] (350)

Vandalism and Graffiti on Public Property – requesting that the Legislative Assembly give greater power to police and courts to penalise persons guilty of committing acts of vandalism and graffiti, presented by Mr J.R. Quigley [1] (1892)

Voluntary Euthanasia – requesting that the Legislative Assembly grant more options to people with a terminal illness or those suffering severely debilitating diseases, including the right to voluntary euthanasia, presented by Mr M.P Whitely [2] (99)

West Beechboro Primary School – requesting that the fencing of West Beechboro Primary School be addressed, presented by Mr M.P. Whitely [2] (35)

Western Australian Police Pipe Band – requesting that the petitioners’ support for the Western Australian Police Pipe Band be noted, presented by Ms J.M. Freeman [1] (81)

Wild Fire Risk – requesting that the Minister for Environment and Conservation fulfil the State’s prescribed burning targets to lower the fuel load that has built up, presented by Dr M.D. Nahan [1] (170)

Yanchep and Two Rocks Public Transport – requesting that the Route 490 timetable be reviewed and that public transport be increased between Two Rocks, Yanchep and Clarkson, presented by Mr J.R. Quigley [1] (368)

Yannarie Solar Salt Project – requesting that the Legislative Assembly do all within its powers to ensure that Straits Resources Ltd’s proposals for the eastern Exmouth Gulf region are refused Government permissions to proceed, presented by Mr V.A. Catania [1] (2130) 99 Parliamentary Digest 2010

PETITIONS PRESENTED IN THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (55 petitions)

Figures appearing in square brackets indicate the number of petitions presented on the issue. The total number of signatures appearing on these petitions follows in the round brackets.

BHP Worsley Alumina Bauxite Mine – requesting the Legislative Council support the widening of Pinjarra and Williams Road, Boddington, at the BHP Worlsey Alumina Bauxite Mine, presented by Hon Wendy Duncan [1] (653)

Boorara Road Bridge – requesting the Legislative Council support the replacement of the current Boorara Road Bridge, presented by Hon Robyn McSweeney [1] (176)

Busselton Hospital – requesting the Legislative Council support the construction of a new Busselton Hospital, presented by Hon Colin Holt [1] (1672)

Collie Shire Council’s Town Planning Scheme – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the Collie Shire Council’s Town Planning Scheme No. 5 and Associated Planning Strategy, presented by Hon Paul Llewellyn [1] (629)

Council to support the granting of Commercial Producer’s and Commercial Purposes Licenses for picking Scaevola Spinescens (Maroon Bush), presented by Hon Brian Ellis [1] (1665)

Construction of Showrooms – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the showrooms being constructed on Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 13, and 15 Ewen Street, Woodlands, Western Australia, presented by Hon George Cash [1] (1)

Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2008 – requesting the Legislative Council support the Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2008, presented by Hon Barry House [1] (152)

Dalyellup Beach Estate – requesting the Legislative Council support Dalyellup Beach Estate bushland being dedicated primarily to conservation, presented by Hon Adele Farina [1] (1)

Deep Sewerage in Cockburn – requesting the Legislative Council support the completion of deep sewerage in Cockburn, presented by Hon Lynn MacLaren [2] (229)

Depleted Uranium Munitions – requesting the Legislative Council inquire, report and recommend opposition to the use of depleted uranium munitions, presented by Hon Alison Xamon [1] (492)

Emu Point, Albany Redevelopment – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the redevelopment of Emu Point, Albany, presented by Hon Paul Llewellyn [1] (12)

Esperance Anglican Community School – requesting the Legislative Council support the Esperance Anglican Community School, registration for years 11 and 12, presented by Hon Wendy Duncan [1] (2031)

Esperance Residential College – requesting the Legislative Council support the upgrade and expansion of the Esperance Residential College, presented by Hon Wendy Duncan [2] (374)

Euthanasia – requesting the Legislative Council oppose euthanasia, presented by Hon Helen Morton [1], Hon Helen Bullock [1], Hon Nick Goiran [2] (4044)

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Examination of Facts relating to Biomass Pty Ltd – requesting the Legislative Council to undertake an examination of the facts relating to Biomass Pty Ltd’s intention to construct a biomass generator at the Diamond Mill in the Shire of Manjimup, presented by Hon Barry House [1] (457)

Export of Containerised Lead Concentrate – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the export of containerised lead concentrate through the Port of Fremantle, presented by Hon Kate Doust [1] (1)

First Click Computer Funding Cuts – requesting the Legislative Council oppose First Click Computer Funding Cuts, presented by Hon Kate Doust [2] (58)

Funding for Social and Community Services Organisations – requesting the Legislative Council support increased funding for Social and Community Services organisations, presented by Hon Kate Doust [1] (60)

Geraldton Foreshore – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the proposed redevelopment of the public open space on the Geraldton Foreshore, presented by Hon Phillip Gardiner [1] (110)

Hanson Quarry Expansion – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the Hanson Quarry expansion, presented by Hon Alison Xamon [1] (541)

Inquiry into the shortage of abattoir capacity in the State – requesting the Legislative Council support an inquiry into the shortage of abattoir capacity in the State, presented by Hon Brian Ellis [1] (6) Legal Aid – requesting the Legislative Council support an investigation into why Legal Aid receives minimal funding to defend their clients, presented by Hon Barbara Scott [1] (1)

LNG Processing Hub – requesting that the Legislative Council oppose the development of the LNG processing hub on the Kimberley Coast, presented by Hon Giz Watson [3] (5610)

Logging in the Mundlimup Forrest – requesting the Legislative Council oppose logging in the Mundlimup Forest, Jarrahdale, presented by Hon Alison Xamon [1] (898)

Moore River Development – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the Moore River Development, presented by Hon Giz Watson [2] (271)

New Recreational Fishing Licenses and Fees – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the introduction of new recreational fishing licenses and fees, presented by Hon Jon Ford [1], Hon Adele Farina [1], Hon Matt Benson-Lidholm [2] (1279)

Opposition of the ING Development on Victoria Quay, Fremantle – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the ING Development on Victoria Quay, Fremantle, presented by Hon Paul Llewellyn [1] (295)

Passenger Rail Service between Perth and Geraldton – requesting the Legislative Council to support the introduction of a passenger rail service between Perth and Geraldton, presented by Hon Brian Ellis [1] (257)

Praying for Relief – praying for relief (Mr Dominic Manganaro), presented by Hon Nigel Hallett

Praying Relief from Noel Crichton Browne – presented by Hon Norman Moore [1] (1) 101 Parliamentary Digest 2010

Protection of Mature Trees on Public Land – requesting the Legislative Council support the urgent introduction of legislation to ensure the protection of mature trees on public land in urban areas, presented by Hon Giz Watson [1] (954)

Redress WA Scheme – requesting the Legislative Council support the Redress WA Scheme, presented by Hon Sue Ellery [1] (357)

Regional Resource Recovery Centre – requesting the Legislative Council support the relocation of the Regional Resource Recovery Centre’s Waste Composting Facility in Canning Vale, presented by Hon Simon O’Brien [1] (53)

Reintroduction of Transperth Bus Route 155 – requesting the Legislative Council support the reintroduction of Transperth Bus Route 155, presented by Hon Barbara Scott [1] (92)

Rejection of Daylight Saving Bill 2006 – requesting the Legislative Council support the rejection of the Daylight Saving Bill 2006 at the referendum, presented by Hon Barry House [1] (164)

Retention of Blair Street and Koombana Drive – requesting the Legislative Council support the retention of Blair Street and Koombana Drive, Lots 707,681 and 723 as a Parks and Recreation Reserve, presented by Hon Paul Llewellyn [1] (2195)

Rezoning of the A Class Reserve – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the rezoning of the A Class Reserve on which the Claremont Tennis Club and the Par 3 gold course is currently situated, presented by Hon Peter Collier [1] (1)

Rockingham National Park – requesting the Legislative Council oppose land clearing in the Rockingham National Park, presented by Hon Sue Ellery [1] (42)

Roe Highway – requesting the Legislative Council support an inquiry into Stage 8 of Roe Highway and consider the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of possible alternative transport routes, presented by Hon Sally Talbot [1] (16)

Royal Perth Hospital – requesting that the Legislative Council oppose the closure of Royal Perth Hospital, presented by Hon Simon O’Brien [1] (2129)

Safe Transportation, Management, Handling and Export of Mining Products – requesting the Legislative Council support an inquiry into the safe transportation, management, handling and export of mining products and hazardous materials, presented by Hon Robin Chapple [1] (64)

Scarborough Beach Road – requesting the Legislative Council support an investigation into the lack of adequate safe pedestrian crossings points on Scarborough Beach Road, presented by Hon Liz Behjat [1] (1634)

Shack Site Communities – requesting the Legislative Council support the preservation of leased shack site communities in Western Australia, presented by Hon Liz Behjat [1], Hon Ken Travers [1] (2253)

Shire of Augusta Margaret River – requesting the Legislative Council inquire into the activities of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River in relation to the District Planning Scheme for the Shire, presented by Hon Giz Watson [1] (1)

South Ballajura Community Centre – requesting the Legislative Council to support an enhanced Route 344 bus service to the South Ballajura Community Centre, presented by Hon Alyssa Hayden [1] (32)

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Speed Zone Time Changes – requesting the Legislative Council support the changing of times for speed zones around Western Australian schools, presented by Hon Ed Dermer [1] (784)

Swan River Crab Fishery Closure – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the Swan River crab fishery closure, presented by Hon Liz Behjat [3] (1894)

Transportation of Detained Persons – requesting the Legislative Council support fundamental changes to the system of transportation of detained persons, presented by Hon Giz Watson [1] (4940)

Turner Caravan Park – requesting the Legislative Council oppose the redevelopment of the Turner Caravan Park by the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River, presented by Hon Barry House [1] (695)

Uranium Mining – requesting the Legislative Council oppose uranium mining in Western Australia, presented by Hon Alison Xamon [1] (182)

Voluntary Euthanasia – requesting the Legislative Council support an inquiry into legislating for Voluntary Euthanasia, presented by Hon Robin Chapple [1] (593)

Western Australia as a Genetically Modified (GM) Free Zone – requesting the Legislative Council to support the maintenance of Western Australia as a Genetically Modified (GM) Free Zone, presented by Hon Giz Watson [4], Hon Matt Benson-Lidholm [1] (4634)

Western Australian Electoral Commission – requesting the Legislative Council review the procedures and processes adopted by the Western Australian Electoral Commission in its investigation of the formal complaint made by Paul Miles, presented by Hon Ken Travers [1] (1)

Yalgorup National Park – requesting the Legislative Council support Yalgorup National Park, in order that it remain compact, manageable and viable for the long term, requested by Hon Sally Talbot [1] (216)