Legislative Council

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

NOTICE OF MOTION

Ms Sharpe says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) March 8 2018 is International Women's Day,

(b) The theme of this year's International Women's Day is 'Press for Progress', and

(c) The theme reflects the report from the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report that shows that parity for women will take another 200 years . . ~~ 2. That this House further notes that worldwide, women lag behind on most social and economic indicators and'are especially impacted by issues of violence, lack of adequate maternity and reproductive services, poverty, underrepresentation in power and decision making, inequality at work and bearing the majority of the share of unpaid labour in our communities and households.

3. That this House congratulates all those who are campaigning for women's equality and those who work every day to give girls a better future.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Martin says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) ~Victoria Pendergast from East Gosford on the Central Coast will compete for Australia at the PyeongChang Winter Paralympic Games in South Korea beginning on 9 March,

(b) Ms Pendergast will compete in the I.Wf2-1 alpine skiing disciplines of downhill, slalom, giant slalom, super-G and super combined, and

(c) in Sochi in 2014, Ms Pendergast became Australia's first ever sit skier at the Winter Paralympic Games when she competed in two events.

2. That this House:

(a) congratulates Ms Pendergast on her selection in the Australian Winter Paralympic Team, and

(b) wishes Ms Pendergast every success in her events.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr BUCKINGHAM says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) There has been significant recent rainfall in the northern catchment of the Murray-Darling Basin; (b) There is a very real possibility that none of the flows from this rainfall will make it down to the lower Darling River, especially as under current laws irrigators can capture up to 3 years supply of water from one flow to store in their darns; (c) There is currently a blue green algae red alert on the lower Darling River between Pooncarie and Burtundy that could become life threatening; (d) Without significant flows making it down the Darling River, Broken Hill, the Menindee Lakes system and the lower Darling will be without water by the end of the year for the second time in three years; and, (e) The Darling is currently completely dry north ofWilcannia.

2. That this House calls on the Minister for Regional Water, Niall Blair, to exercise his powers under the Barwon-Darling Unregulated and Alluvial Sources Water Sharing Plan 2012 to protect the expected flows, including through urgently implementing an embargo on extractions, to ensure that all downstream water users ve healthy stock and domestic supplies.

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NOTICE OF MOTION Mr Franklin says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

I. That this House notes that:

(a) the Surf Life Saving NSW 2017/18 Lifesaving Exchange Program was held on 25 January 2018,

(b) the program provides Far North Coast and Sydney lifesavers with the opportunity to experience different patrolling methods and environments, and

2. That this House congratulates Far North Coast Life Savers for taking part in the Country to City exchange and testing their skills at Bondi, Clovelly and Maroubra beaches:

(a) Kate Blunn- Evans Head Casino SLSC,

(b) Jack Graham-Jones- Ballina Lighthouse Lismore SLSC,

(d) Lewis Warne - Cudgen Headland SLSC.

3. That this House wishes Lewis Warne the best of luck as he takes part in the Annual Lifeguard Exchange in New Zealand this month.

4. That this House acknowledges Surf Life Saving NSW for facilitating this wonderful program which increases lifesaving standards across New Sou/a!// /I , Signed~ S:

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Ms Walker says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) on 15 February 2018, over 200 community members gathered peacefully at Murwillumbah Railway Station for the Rally to Save the Train,

(b) at this rally, the community called on the Government and the Council to preserve the train tracks in the area,

(c) the rally was organised by Bill Fenelon, addressed by civil engineer Tom Rayner and widely supported by the community, and ·

(d) the calls of the community were supported by Tweed Shire Council Mayor Katie Milne, who proposed that the railway line be preserved and a cycle way built alongside at the Tweed Shire Council meeting on 15 February 2018.

2. That this House calls on the Government to listen to the community of the Northern Rivers and preserve the existing railway line.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr MacDonald says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) 22 year old Patrick Jensen of Birmingham Gardens will make his debut appearance in the Para Alpine Skiing at the 2018 Winter Paralympics in PyeongChang which commence on 9 March 2018,

(b) Mr Jensen is visually impaired and has 70 per cent sight in his left eye, but his right is 70 per cent blind and he skis with audible cues from a guide, and

2. That this House congratulates Mr Patrick Jensen on his selection to represent Australia at the 2018 Paralympics and extends every best wish for a successful campaign.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Dr Faruqi says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) on Saturday, 3 March 2018, more than 200 people gathered at a public meeting to oppose the Government's plans for the F6 toll road,

(b) the meeting was organised by the F6 Action Group, and

(c) the public meeting called for: (i) a Royal Commission to investigate the failure of transport planning in New South Wales, (ii) an immediate halt to construction and planning for the F6 Extension, (iii) consideration of public transport to be included in transport models to determine the most efficient, environmentally friendly, cost effective and safe options to improve transport in the St George and Illawarra area.

2. That this House calls on the Government to:

(a) listen to the community and scrap all plans to build the F6 extension,

(b) invest in improving and upgrading the South Coast rail line,

(d) invest in moving freight on to rail and reducing trucks on roads.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Macdonald says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

I. That this House notes:

(a) the outstanding work of the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group which has assisted over 300 patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer,

(b) that the Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation was founded in January 2000 and in 2001 approached Ms Nola Lawler to establish the Tomaree sub-group to provide grass roots support for patients,

(c) that since 2000, close to 100,000 women in the Hunter have been screened and more than I 000 detected with breast cancers,

(d) the the Tomaree sub-group was founded in April2001 with Nola Lawler, Annette Cowling and Anne Curtis on the steering committee, Janelle Tolhurst (Ron Secretary), Judith Costello (coordinator, driving roster) and Gabrielle Goodsir (patient counsellor) with Julia Mayo and Victoria Lalor also devoting outstanding service,

(e) that in May 2010, members voted to set up an independent incorporated entity. Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group Inc, in order to manage its affairs and finances autonomously, with the foundation committee including: Nola Lawler (President); Victoria Lalor (Vice President), Rosalind Slaughter (Treasurer), Elizabeth Cameron (Secretary) and Suzanne Huggett (Driving Roster Co ordinator),

(f) that in 2012, following over 12 years of eminent service leading the organisation, Nola Lawler retired as President and was honoured with the appointment as Patron and that Victoria Lalor was elected President,

(g) that of the approximate 80 members of the group, 40 are drivers, many are on the fundraising sub-committees and about 20 meet every four months to make the patient underarm support cushions, ·

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\Macdonald 180308 Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group.doc (h) that the group has assisted nearly 300 people with breast cancer in the Tomaree area providing assistance such as drivers to and from medical appointments out of the area, one-on-one personal consultations to assess patient requirements, monthly morning teas for patients to meet and network, underarm support cushion packs handcrafted by group members, housecleaning, lawn mowing, childminding (organized through local businesses), financial assistance, hats, scarves, wigs and special underwear/swimming costumes, local gentle exercise classes for people who have had breast cancer, physiotherapy appointments for lymphedema massages and any other assistance the committee considers could make life a little easier for the person and family concerned such as a weekend away for a well-earned break,

(i) that in 2017, the group spent over $50,000 to support its patients,

(j) that the group is strongly supported by local clubs and businesses, particularly the Newcastle Permanent Building Society Ltd which is its largest benefactor and the Nelson Bay Bowling Club and the Nelson Bay Golf Club who have also donated significantly to the group, and

(k) that on Sunday 4 March 2018, Matt Clarke, Managing Director of Tour de Cure presented the group with $10,000 which will be specifically allocated for spending on patients and their families to improve their quality of life whilst undergoing treatment.

2. That this House:

(a) acknowledges the passing of former Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group committee members: Judith Costello, Julia Mayo, Anne Curtis and Annette Cowling and commends them for their selfless service to patients with breast cancer,

(b) acknowledges and thanks all volunteers of the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group and its donors, particularly Newcastle Permanent Building Society, Nelson Bay Bowling Club, Nelson Bay Golf Club and the Tour de Cure, and

(c) acknowledges and commends Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Groups Inc's current committee for their outstanding service to the community: (i) President: Victoria Lalor, (ii) Vice President: Jenny Marshall, (iii) Treasurer: Rosalind Slaughter, (iv) Secretary: Christine Walton.

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rg~.~ NOTICE OF MOTION ) Ms~ays-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

I. That this House notes that:

(a) Today is International Women's Day.

(b) Manspreading is a phenomenon where men take up excess space on public transport, in boardrooms, and in this chamber by sitting with their legs spread, fo~cing everyo~\else t9 take up less space. t \ ~vv'\ 01'1()\ 'I P~l!il~l.)t 1'-- 1/\f\o.\ u(l o.r ';) ""-1. (c) Mansplaining is a related phenomenon, where men insist on explaining topics and issues to women who are already informed or experts in the field.

(d) These are just two examples of the micro-aggression that women must navigate every day, that men are, more often than not; oblivious to.

2. That this House call upon men to:

(a) To stop taking up more space than women. To do better in the way they sit and the way they speak, to be aware of the space they are taking up and how it is impacting others, and, on these small benches, to sit with their legs crossed and stop manspreading.

(b) Do not just mark International Women's Day today, but listen and work every day with the women around them to create a better, more feminist world.