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LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL
MINUTES OF PROCEEDINGS
No. 62
THURSDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2012
Contents
1 Meeting of the House ...... 693 2 Recommendations of NSW Ombudsman (Formal Business) ...... 693 3 Mr Edmund Capon AM, OBE (Formal Business) ...... 693 4 World AIDS Day (Formal Business) ...... 694 5 Ovarian Cancer (Formal Business) ...... 694 6 General Purpose Standing Committee No. 3—Extension of reporting date (Formal Business) ...... 695 7 Lunar New Year celebration (Formal Business) ...... 695 8 Vietnamese New Year (Formal Business) ...... 696 9 United Indian Association (Formal Business) ...... 696 10 Australia Day and India Republic Day (Formal Business) ...... 698 11 St Antonio da Padova Association, Sydney (Formal Business) ...... 698 12 Ahmadiyya Muslim Association of Australia (Formal Business) ...... 699 13 Mrs Marie Dunn OAM (Formal Business) ...... 699 14 General Purpose Standing Committee No. 1—Report ...... 700 15 General Purpose Standing Committee No. 4—Report ...... 700 16 General Purpose Standing Committee No. 5—Report ...... 701 17 Standing Committee on Law and Justice—Extension of reporting date ...... 701 18 Notices of Motions ...... 701 19 Special Adjournment ...... 701 20 Threatened Species Conservation Amendment (Ecological Consultants Accreditation Scheme) Bill 2011 ...... 701 21 Coal Seam Gas Moratorium Bill 2011 ...... 702 22 Leaving Care Plans ...... 702 23 Lieutenant-Governor Sworn ...... 703 24 Assumption of the Administration of the Government by the Lieutenant-Governor ...... 703 25 Questions ...... 704 26 Criminal Case Conferencing Trial Repeal Bill 2011...... 704 27 Government Information (Public Access) Amendment Bill 2011 ...... 704 28 Business Postponed ...... 705 29 Firearms Amendment (Ammunition Control) Bill 2012 ...... 705 30 Message from the Legislative Assembly—Election Funding, Expenditure and Disclosures Amendment Bill 2011 ...... 705
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31 Real Property Amendment (Public Lands) Bill 2012 ...... 705 32 Adjournment ...... 705 33 Attendance ...... 706
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1 MEETING OF THE HOUSE
The House met at 9.30 am according to adjournment. The President took the Chair and read the prayers.
2 RECOMMENDATIONS OF NSW OMBUDSMAN (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes the recommendations contained in the Report of the NSW Ombudsman dated October 2011 “Addressing Aboriginal disadvantage: the need to do things differently”, namely:
“1. We recommend that the NSW Government provide this report to all members of the Ministerial Taskforce for Aboriginal Affairs. 2. We recommend that the NSW Government, through its Ministerial Taskforce, give detailed consideration to the required changes we have identified at the beginning of each of chapters 3-7. 3. Given the ongoing and extensive work of this office in relation to Aboriginal communities, we recommend that the NSW Government: (a) regularly liaises with this office to discuss significant issues being considered by the Ministerial Taskforce, and (b) provides this office with an initial progress report about the work of the Ministerial Taskforce by December 2011, and a copy of its draft policy strategy by 30 June 2012.”
2. That this House calls on the Government to accept and act upon the Ombudsman’s recommendations.
Question put and passed.
3 MR EDMUND CAPON AM, OBE (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice:
1. This House notes that:
(a) Mr Edmund Capon AM, OBE is retiring after 33 years as the Director of the Art Gallery of New South Wales following his recruitment in 1978 from London’s Victoria and Albert Museum by the then New South Wales Premier, the Hon Neville Wran AC, and
(b) Mr Capon’s notable achievements include: (i) creation of a sustainable funding base for the gallery by establishing the Art Gallery of New South Wales Foundation in 1983, (ii) increasing the popularity of the Gallery by making the works more accessible and tripling the collection from 10,000 to 30,000 works, now valued at $825 million, (iii) doubling the size of the Gallery in 1988 with the new Bicentennial wing, (iv) growth in the Gallery’s admissions from 300,000 to 1.3 million, an astounding result even when natural growth is accounted for, (v) major acquisitions which include ‘Nude in a rocking chair’ by Pablo Picasso, ‘Five Bells’ by John Olsen, ‘First-class marksman’ by Sydney Nolan and ‘Three studies from the Temeraire’ by Cy Twombly, among others, (vi) oversighting of major exhibitions such as Gold of the Pharaohs, Masterpieces from the Guggenheim New York, Bill Henson, Giacometti: sculptures prints and drawings from the Maeght Foundation, The Arts of Islam: Treasures from the Nasser D Khalili collection and Picasso masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris,
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(vii) the expansion of the Gallery’s Asian collection and exhibition program, the opening of the Asian Gallery in 1990 and the expansion of the Gallery in 2003, (viii) creation of new contemporary galleries, including the John Kaldor Family Gallery in 2011 and collection store to safely house the Gallery’s ever-growing collection, (ix) a Gallery membership which now stands at 30,000 members as well as a plethora of scholarly collections, books and exhibition catalogues that have been produced over his more the three decades in the position.
2. That this House notes that the contributions of Mr Capon have been recognised in the following ways:
(a) on 10 June 1994, Mr Capon was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in recognition of service to the arts, particularly as Director of the Art Gallery of New South Wales,
(b) in 2000, Mr Capon was awarded a Doctor of Letters, honoris causa, from the University of New South Wales and a Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from the French Government,
(c) on 1 January 2001, Mr Capon was presented with the Centenary Medal for service to Australian society and the arts and was also appointed as a ‘Cavaliere’ of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, and
(d) within the 2003 Queen’s Birthday Honours, Mr Capon was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire by the United Kingdom Government for services to the promotion of British art in Australia.
3. That this House:
(a) congratulates Mr Capon for his significant and lasting contribution to the arts, and
(b) requests that the President convey the appreciation of the House to Mr Capon in writing.
Question put and passed.
4 WORLD AIDS DAY (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice: That this House:
(a) notes that World Aids Day is commemorated in December each year, and
(b) thanks the government and community sectors for their work which has resulted in a decline in the rate of HIV infections in Australia, and congratulates them for their work in supporting people who live with HIV.
Question put and passed.
5 OVARIAN CANCER (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that:
(a) February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and that 2012 Teal Ribbon Day will be held on 29 February,
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(b) there is no detection test for ovarian cancer,
(c) more than 1,200 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year in Australia, or three women every day,
(d) each year approximately 800 Australian women will die from ovarian cancer,
(e) one in 77 Australian women will develop ovarian cancer in their lifetime, and
(f) ovarian cancer is the sixth most common cause of cancer death in Australian women.
2. That this House calls on the Government to support the Know the Important Signs and Symptoms campaign, known as 'KISS', being run by Ovarian Cancer Australia to encourage awareness among women of the important signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer so that women can be diagnosed and commence appropriate treatment early.
Question put and passed.
6 GENERAL PURPOSE STANDING COMMITTEE NO. 3—EXTENSION OF REPORTING DATE (Formal Business)
Mrs Maclaren-Jones moved, according to notice: That the reporting date for the reference to General Purpose Standing Committee No. 3 relating to an inquiry into rail project costings be extended to Friday 9 March 2012.
Question put and passed.
7 LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION (Formal Business)
Mr Clarke moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that:
(a) on 21 January 2012, members of the Taiwanese Australian community of New South Wales gathered for the Lunar New Year Celebration at Bankstown, New South Wales, and
(b) the event is one of the most important annual functions for the Taiwanese community, and is particularly important in the Year of the Dragon.
2. That this House acknowledges:
(a) those that attended, particularly: (i) the Honourable Chris Hartcher MP, Minister for Resources and Energy, Special Minister of State, and Minister for the Central Coast, (ii) Mr Matt Kean MP, Member for Hornsby representing the Honourable Victor Dominello MP, Minister for Citizenship and Communities, (iii) Ms Tanya Mihailuk MP, Member for Bankstown, (iv) the Honourable David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, (v) Ms Frances Chung-Feng Lee, Director-General, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Sydney, (vi) Mr Ray Lu, Deputy Director, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Sydney, (vii) Ms Sylvia Huang, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Sydney, (viii) Mr Paul Huynh, President, Association of Overseas Taiwan Alumni in Australia and Chairman, Taiwanese Community’s Lunar New Year Function Committee, (ix) members of the Taiwanese Australian community of New South Wales, and
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(b) the significant and positive contribution of the Taiwanese Australian community of New South Wales to fostering community harmony and building economic prosperity in New South Wales.
Question put and passed.
8 VIETNAMESE NEW YEAR (Formal Business)
Mr Clarke moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that:
(a) on 28 January 2012, members of the Vietnamese Australian community of New South Wales celebrated the Tet Festival, Vietnamese New Year, at Fairfield, New South Wales, and
(b) the Tet Festival celebrates the Vietnamese New Year, Tet Nguyen Dan, or Tet, which usually falls in late January or in February of the solar calendar, and is the most important of all festivals for the community.
2. That this House acknowledges:
(a) the work of Mr Thanh Nguyen, President of the Vietnamese Community in Australia and other members of the community in bringing the Tet Festival commemorations to fruition,
(b) those that attended, particularly: (i) Mr Andrew Rohan MP, Member for Smithfield, (ii) Mr Thanh Nguyen, President, Vietnamese Community in Australia, (iii) Mr Nick Lalich MP, Mayor of the Fairfield City Council and Member for Cabramatta, (iv) Mr Chris Hayes MP, Federal Member for Fowler, representing the Prime Minister, (v) Mr Craig Kelly MP, Federal Member for Hughes, representing the Federal Opposition Leader, (vi) Mr Robert Furolo MP, Member for Lakemba, representing the Leader of the New South Wales Opposition, (vii) the Honourable David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, (viii) members of Vietnamese Australian community, and
(c) the significant and positive contribution of the Vietnamese Australian community of New South Wales to fostering community harmony and economic prosperity in New South Wales.
Question put and passed.
9 UNITED INDIAN ASSOCIATION (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that the United Indian Association (UIA) is the premier umbrella organisation of the Indian Diaspora in Australia and engages in social and community development which has the following aims and objectives: (i) to promote a harmonious relationship amongst Australian citizens, Indian migrants, and society in general by cultivating mutual respect through increased social interaction, sports, recreation, and other voluntary activities of significant community benefit,
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(ii) to act as a channel of communication between the Australian Indian community, the Commonwealth and New South Wales Governments and the Indian Government on welfare, social and economic matters, (iii) to undertake welfare work for the benefit and on behalf of the Indian community in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, either directly or through some agency, (iv) to celebrate cultural activities for all Indian communities with their co-operation, (v) to establish, develop and maintain a Community Sports and Cultural Centre in New South Wales for the use and benefit of member organisations and the community, (vi) to affiliate to and co-operate with other associations whose objectives are altogether similar to those of the United Indian Association, subject to the approval of the Governing Council, (vii) to establish such facilities and to do all such other lawful activities as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the purposes of the United Indian Association, (viii) to encourage and foster the development of Indian languages and culture within the Australian context, and (ix) to create a benevolent fund for the benefit of members of the Indian Community and to appoint trustees to manage the fund.
2. That this House notes that:
(a) UIA held its annual dinner and celebrations of Indian Republic Day and Australia Day on 20 January 2012,
(b) the event was attended by over 450 people from the various organisations that form part of UIA,
(c) a number of Federal Members of Parliament attended the event, including: (i) the Honourable Chris Bowen MP, (ii) Ms Julie Owens MP, (iii) Ms Michelle Rowland MP, (iv) the Honourable Philip Ruddock MP, (v) the Honourable Laurie Ferguson MP,
(d) a number of State Members of Parliament attended the event, including: (i) the Honourable Linda Burney MP, (ii) the Honourable Victor Dominello MP, Minister for Citizenship and Communities and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, (iii) the Honourable Greg Smith MP, Attorney General and Minister for Justice, (iv) Dr Geoff Lee MP, (v) Mr Matt Kean MP, (vi) the Honourable Barbara Perry MP, (vii) the Honourable Amanda Fazio MLC, (viii) Mr Robert Furolo MP, (ix) Mr Tony Issa MP,
(e) the Consul General of India in Sydney, Mr Amit Das Gupta, also attended the event and addressed the gathering along with Consul Mr Gautam Roy,
(f) all speakers highlighted the growth of India and significance of the relationship between India and Australia, and applauded the efforts by the UIA team in social development and representing the Indian Diaspora in Sydney,
(g) the event highlighted the unity and strength of the organization, providing a great opportunity for the Indian Australians to enjoy and celebrate the national days of India and Australia, and
(h) during the dinner event, the UIA presented: (i) Higher School Certificate High Achiever Awards to 25 students from the Indian Australian community,
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(ii) three Friends of India Awards, (iii) one Young Achiever Award, (iv) Lifetime Achievement Awards to Neville Roach, Arun Jagatramka, Harish Velji and Dr Stephan Kerkasharian, (v) Community Service Awards to Dave Passi, Dr Nagamma Prakash, Sumati Advani, Logessan Pillay and the late Mrs Leelamony Pillay.
3. That this House commends UIA President Mr Amarinder Bajwa and all the office bearers of the UIA, past and present, for the commendable work they do to achieve the aims and objectives of the organisation.
Question put and passed.
10 AUSTRALIA DAY AND INDIA REPUBLIC DAY (Formal Business)
Mr Clarke moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that:
(a) on 29 January 2012, members of the Indian Australian community of New South Wales gathered for Australia Day and India Republic Day celebrations at Blacktown,
(b) 26 January is a significant day for Australians and also marks the date on which the permanent Constitution of India came into effect in 1950 as the fundamental governing document of India, and
(c) several hundred people participated in the celebrations, with a wonderful display of colour, culture and patriotic fervour for Australia and India.
2. That this House acknowledges:
(a) the work of Dr. Yadu Singh, President of the Council of Indian Australians Inc. (CIA), and other CIA members in bringing the Australia Day and India Republic Day celebrations to fruition,
(b) that the following State members of Parliament attended the celebrations along with members of the Indian Australian community of New South Wales: (i) the Honourable Victor Dominello MP, Minister for Citizenship and Communities and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, (ii) Mr John Robertson MP, Member for Blacktown and Leader of the New South Wales Opposition, (iii) the Honourable David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, (iv) Mr Kevin Conolly MP, Member for Riverstone, (v) Mr Geoff Lee MP, Member for Parramatta, and
(c) the significant and positive contribution of the Indian Australian community of New South Wales to community harmony and economic prosperity in New South Wales through organisations such as the Council of Indian Australians Inc.
Question put and passed.
11 ST ANTONIO DA PADOVA ASSOCIATION, SYDNEY (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that:
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(a) as part of the Sicilian tradition, the Association S.Antonio da Padova Protettore di Poggioreale Trapani (Sydney) Ltd conducts an annual festival in honour of St Anthony, and
(b) on Sunday 29 January 2012, the St Antonio da Padova Association in Sydney celebrated their 42nd year with a Mass, a colourful procession with the statue of St Anthony around the parklands of Five Dock Leisure Centre, amusement rides, a range of food stalls and a variety concert displaying the Italian culture.
2. That this House commends:
(a) the work of the St Antonio da Padova Association in Sydney which includes the running of a 50 bed aged care facility at Ryde that provides high and low care, dementia specific accommodation for the aged, and
(b) the organisation's commitment to providing the specialist team and facilities necessary for the individualised, holistic care and support of the frail aged, infirm and people with special needs, in a safe, secure and comfortable environment.
Question put and passed.
12 AHMADIYYA MUSLIM ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA (Formal Business)
Ms Fazio moved, according to notice:
1. That this House:
(a) congratulates the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association of Australia for the celebration of Australia Day held at their mosque at Marsden Park on 29 January 2012, and
(b) commends the Association for their message of "Love for all hatred for none", and the commendable values that they promote, especially among the younger members of their community.
2. That this House notes that:
(a) the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association of Australia's annual convention "Jalsa Salana", which was attended by 3,000 people in 2011, was the winner of Blacktown Council's Community Event of the Year in the 2012 Australia Day Awards, and
(b) the primary purpose of the convention is to enable every sincere individual to personally experience religious beliefs, enhance their knowledge and attain nearness to God.
Question put and passed.
13 MRS MARIE DUNN OAM (Formal Business)
Ms Ficarra moved, according to notice:
1. That this House notes that:
(a) on 2 February 2012, Mrs Marie Dunn OAM passed away,
(b) Mrs Dunn, a former Mayoress of Auburn City Council, was wife to George, loving and adored mother of Robert, Therese, Vivienne, Peter, Donald, and Debra, and Grandmother of Sarah, Andrew, Matthew, Elisabeth, Alexandra, Gabrielle, Sam, Tom and Eliza,
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(c) Mrs Dunn was President of the Parramatta-Auburn Netball Association from 1990 to 2010, Secretary and New South Wales Delegate from 1977 to 1981, Assistant Secretary from 1981 to 1983, Registrar from 1983 to 1984, member of the Grading, Fixture, and Carnival Committee from 1980 to 2005, Junior Recorder from 1997 to 1998 and 2000, and member of the executive committee from 1977 to 2010,
(d) Mrs Dunn was also active in the in the NSW Netball Association, serving as Assistant Secretary for three years, Marketing Officer for ten years, a member of both the Event Management and the Anne Clarke Service Award Committees, Merchandising Officer for the National Championships in 1994, Accredited Timer and Scorer for State League and National Championships, Marketing Convenor for the 1991 World Championships in Sydney, Organiser of Netball for the Intellectually Disabled, and former Delegate to the NSW Olympic Council, and
(e) in recognition of her outstanding work in the community, Mrs Dunn was awarded the Anne Clark Service Award for outstanding service to Netball in 1986, Life Membership of NSW Netball in 1989, Life Membership of Parramatta Auburn Netball Association in 1979, the Australian Sports Medal in 2000, the Order of Australia Medal in 2007, and was inducted into the Netball NSW Hall of Fame in 2011.
2. That this House:
(a) acknowledges the extraordinary contribution Mrs Dunn made to her community and Australian sport, and
(b) extends its sympathy and condolences to Mrs Dunn's family and friends on their loss.
Question put and passed.
14 GENERAL PURPOSE STANDING COMMITTEE NO. 1—REPORT
The Chair (Revd Mr Nile) tabled Report No. 37 of General Purpose Standing Committee No. 1 entitled “Budget Estimates 2011-2012”, dated February 2012, together with transcripts of evidence, correspondence and answers to questions taken on notice.
Ordered: That the report be printed.
Revd Mr Nile moved, according to standing order: That the House take note of the report.
Motion made (Revd Mr Nile speaking) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until a later hour of the sitting—put and passed.
15 GENERAL PURPOSE STANDING COMMITTEE NO. 4—REPORT
The Chair (Mr Mason-Cox) tabled Report No. 25 of General Purpose Standing Committee No. 4 entitled “Budget Estimates 2011-2012”, dated February 2012, together with transcripts of evidence, correspondence and answers to questions taken on notice.
Ordered: That the report be printed.
Mr Mason-Cox moved, according to standing order: That the House take note of the report.
Motion made (Mr Mason-Cox speaking) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until a later hour of the sitting—put and passed.
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16 GENERAL PURPOSE STANDING COMMITTEE NO. 5—REPORT
The Chair (Mr Brown) tabled Report No. 34 of General Purpose Standing Committee No. 5 entitled “Budget Estimates 2011-2012”, dated February 2012, together with transcripts of evidence, a tabled document, correspondence and answers to questions taken on notice.
Ordered: That the report be printed.
Mr Brown moved, according to standing order: That the House take note of the report.
Motion made (Mr Brown speaking) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until a later hour of the sitting—put and passed.
17 STANDING COMMITTEE ON LAW AND JUSTICE—EXTENSION OF REPORTING DATE
Mr Clarke informed the House that the Standing Committee on Law and Justice had resolved that the reporting date for the inquiry into opportunities to consolidate tribunals in New South Wales be extended to Thursday 22 March 2012.
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19 SPECIAL ADJOURNMENT
Mr Gay moved: That this House at its rising today do adjourn until Tuesday 21 February 2012 at 2.30 pm.
Question put and passed.
20 THREATENED SPECIES CONSERVATION AMENDMENT (ECOLOGICAL CONSULTANTS ACCREDITATION SCHEME) BILL 2011
Order of the day read for resumption of the adjourned debate of the question on the motion of Ms Faehrmann: That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate resumed.
Question put.
The House divided.
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Ms Barham Dr Kaye * Mr Shoebridge Mr Buckingham * Mr Moselmane Mr Veitch Ms Cotsis Mr Primrose Ms Voltz Mr Donnelly Mr Roozendaal Ms Westwood Ms Faehrmann Mr Searle Mr Whan Ms Fazio Mr Secord Mr Foley Ms Sharpe * Tellers
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Mr Ajaka Mr Gallacher Mr Mason-Cox Mr Blair Miss Gardiner Mrs Mitchell Mr Borsak Mr Gay Revd Mr Nile Mr Brown Mr Green Mrs Pavey Mr Clarke Mr Khan Mr Pearce Mr Colless * Mr Lynn Dr Phelps * Ms Cusack Mr MacDonald Ms Ficarra Mrs Maclaren-Jones * Tellers
Question resolved in the negative.
21 COAL SEAM GAS MORATORIUM BILL 2011
Order of the day read for resumption of the adjourned debate of the question on the motion of Mr Buckingham: That this bill be now read a second time.
Motion made (Dr Phelps) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until next sitting day—put and passed.
22 LEAVING CARE PLANS
Ms Barham sought the leave of the House to amend private members' business item no. 4 in the order of precedence by omitting "has been no commitment" in paragraph 2 (h) and inserting instead "is a need".
No objection taken.
Leave granted.
Ms Barham then moved, according to notice, as by leave amended:
1. That this House calls on the Government to fulfil its legislative requirements under the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 to provide all care leavers with a leaving care plan.
2. That this House notes:
(a) approximately 1,054 15-17 year olds were discharged from out-of-home-care in New South Wales in 2009-10,
(b) CREATE Foundation is the peak body representing the voices of all children and young people in out-of-home care,
(c) the Create Foundation have released several reports, specifically: (i) ‘Transitioning from Care in Australia: An Evaluation of CREATE’s What’s the Plan Campaign’, 2011, (ii) ‘Transitioning From Care: Tracking Process’ 2009,
(d) these reports found that: (i) only 18 per cent of 15-17 year olds in NSW had a leaving care plan despite it being a legislative requirement as per the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998, (ii) less than 60 per cent of young people in NSW out-of-home-care knew about the access to Transition to Independent Living Allowance,
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(iii) 35 per cent of young people become homeless within the first year of leaving care,
(e) young people who experience a ‘smooth’ transition from care, including access to information, services and support are more likely to achieve financial and emotional stability,
(f) leaving care plans are a way to ensure that these young people have a more satisfactory transition from out-of-home-care into the adult world,
(g) leaving care plans are meant to be developed with the involvement of the young person, the carer and state or agency case workers to cover issues such as the young person’s future housing, education, income and social support, and
(h) despite the Government’s stated goals of lowering the uptake of children and young people in care, lowering the incidence of intergenerational out-of-home-care, and lowering the numbers of homelessness, there is a need to increase the numbers of young people informed about leaving care plans and Transition to Independent Living Allowance.
Debate ensued.
Motion made (Mr Green) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until next sitting day—put and passed.
23 LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR SWORN
The President reported the receipt of the following message from Mr Noel Campbell, Official Secretary to Her Excellency the Governor:
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I write to advise that The Honourable Thomas Frederick Bathurst QC, Chief Justice of New South Wales, was sworn in as Lieutenant-Governor of New South Wales on 1 February 2012.
Noel Campbell OFFICIAL SECRETARY
24 ASSUMPTION OF THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE GOVERNMENT BY THE LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR
The President reported the following message from the Honourable Thomas Frederick Bathurst, Lieutenant-Governor:
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The Honourable Thomas Frederick Bathurst, Lieutenant-Governor of the State of New South Wales, has the honour to inform the Legislative Council that he assumed the administration of the government of the State at 6.05 am on Thursday 16 February 2012.
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According to sessional order, proceedings interrupted at 2.30 pm for Questions. ______
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Ms Fazio moved, under standing order 56: That the Minister for Finance and Services table the correspondence from Mr Greg McCarthy, dated 30 January 2012, quoted by the Minister in his answer to a question without notice from Mr Shoebridge.
Question put and passed.
Mr Pearce tabled correspondence from Mr Greg McCarthy, dated 30 January 2012, relating to his resignation as Chairman of WorkCoverNSW. ______
Questions continued.
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According to sessional order, proceedings interrupted at 3.30 pm for adjournment. ______
The House continued to sit. ______
According to sessional order, government business given precedence. ______
26 CRIMINAL CASE CONFERENCING TRIAL REPEAL BILL 2011
On the order of the day being read, Mr Clarke (on behalf of Mr Gallacher) moved: That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate ensued.
Motion made (Mr Searle) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until five calendar days ahead—put and passed.
27 GOVERNMENT INFORMATION (PUBLIC ACCESS) AMENDMENT BILL 2011
On the order of the day being read, Mr Clarke (on behalf of Mr Gallacher) moved: That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate ensued.
Motion made (Mr Searle) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until five calendar days ahead—put and passed.
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28 BUSINESS POSTPONED
Orders of the day nos 4 to 6 on the Notice Paper of government business postponed, on motion of Mr Gallacher, until next sitting day.
29 FIREARMS AMENDMENT (AMMUNITION CONTROL) BILL 2012
On the order of the day being read, Mr Gallacher moved: That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate ensued.
Motion made (Ms Voltz) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until five calendar days ahead—put and passed.
30 MESSAGE FROM THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY—ELECTION FUNDING, EXPENDITURE AND DISCLOSURES AMENDMENT BILL 2011
The Deputy President reported the following message from the Legislative Assembly:
Mr PRESIDENT
The Legislative Assembly has this day agreed to the amendment made by the Legislative Council in the Bill with the long title “An Act to amend the Election Funding, Expenditure and Disclosures Act 1981 in relation to caps on electoral communication expenditure and prohibitions on political donations”.
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31 REAL PROPERTY AMENDMENT (PUBLIC LANDS) BILL 2012
On the order of the day being read, Mr Pearce moved: That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate ensued.
Motion made (Ms Voltz) and question: That this debate be now adjourned until five calendar days ahead—put and passed.
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Mr Gay moved: That this House do now adjourn.
Debate ensued.
Question put and passed.
The House adjourned at 4.31 pm until Tuesday 21 February 2012 at 2.30 pm.
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33 ATTENDANCE
All members present.
David Blunt Clerk of the Parliaments
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Authorised by the Parliament of New South Wales