Anne Urquhart

Latest speeches

1. House Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water - Sydney, NSW (part 2 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 24 September 2026

   • NSW EPA witnesses introduced and procedural warnings

     “Great, thank you very much. Although the committee does not require you to give evidence under oath, I should advise you that these hearings are formal proceedings of the parliament. Consequently, they warrant the same respect as proceedings of the…”

     Watch from 27:34

   • Chair: state scheme vs national harmonisation

     “Lovely, thank you. Do you see, I might just ask you some questions around the New South Wales scheme. Do you see a state-based scheme as a helpful step towards a national scheme, or is there a risk that it…”

     Watch from 32:50

   • Chair: state scheme vs national harmonisation

     “It's all there ready. No reinventing the wheel. Fantastic. So in terms of the New South Wales scheme, I understand that the brand owner's responsible for the end-of-life management of the panels. Can you talk me through how you came…”

     Watch from 34:31
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2. House Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water - Sydney, NSW (part 1 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 24 September 2026

   • Hearing opening and witness introduction: UNSW / Hello Again Solar

     “Lovely, thank you. I acknowledge that we meet today where we meet today has been the meeting place for the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation for thousands of years. For those viewing proceedings remotely, I also acknowledge the traditional…”

     Watch from 23:40

   • Dr Rong: economic case for PV recycling and need for mandates

     “Lovely. Thank you, Dr. Rong. And can I just say thank you on behalf of the committee again for your yesterday, your enthusiasm and bubbly personality certainly showed through and we were very excited to see what you had proposed…”

     Watch from 31:17

   • Q&A: who pays and how: NSW proposal, retirement charge, investment barriers

     “I might just ask you one, and I know you talked, Miss Burns asked about the New South Wales scheme, and you said that wasn't your expertise area. But I just wanted to ask you, the New South Wales scheme,…”

     Watch from 43:19
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3. House of Representatives Chamber (part 1 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 17 September 2026

   • 90‑second member statements: diverse constituency issues

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. World Pharmacists Day on the 25th of September recognizes pharmacists are delivering more services and helping more patients access timely, affordable care close to home. Community pharmacies are vital in regional communities where they may be…”

     Watch from 4:41:44

4. House of Representatives Chamber (part 2 of 3) · Australian Parliament · 16 September 2026

   • Democracy and 2025 election conduct: Plymouth Brethren and intimidation claims

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. Yesterday was International Day of Democracy, which recognized the many ways people can be involved in strengthening the democratic institutions that serve our communities. It is also a reminder that democracy can't be taken for granted.…”

     Watch from 54:11

   • Wages, childcare pay rises and interest rate pressures

     “Thank you, Mr Speaker. My question is to the Minister for Education. What is the Albanese Labor government doing to support early educators while keeping costs down for parents? Are there any risks to this?”

     Watch from 1:33:35

5. House of Representatives Chamber (part 1 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 10 September 2026

   • Members’ 90‑second statements on varied constituency issues

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. The Albanese Labor government is continuing to invest in important road safety and freight infrastructure right across the electorate of Braddon. The Bass Highway is a critical transport corridor for local communities, businesses, and the freight…”

     Watch from 4:56:58

6. House of Representatives Chamber (part 1 of 3) · Australian Parliament · 9 September 2026

   • Wage Justice bill: Braddon on rural services as social infrastructure

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise to support the Wage Justice for Early Childhood Education and Care Workers (Special Account) (Extending Support and Strengthening Safety) Bill 2024. At its heart, this legislation is about respect. It's about properly valuing the…”

     Watch from 2:21:06