Carol Berry

Latest speeches

1. House of Representatives Chamber (part 1 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 17 September 2026

   • Government defence and further debate on illicit tobacco package

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise today in support of the Customs and Other Legislation Amendment (Illicit Tobacco Enforcement Modernisation and Other Measures) Bill 2024. The bill amends the Customs Act 1901 and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 to…”

     Watch from 3:45:43

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

   • Government backbencher: transparency, institutions and net zero pathway

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. Like all responsible nations, Australia is seeking ways to address the harms caused by global warming. We've made significant progress in creating opportunities for industry to be part of the solution. This includes incentivizing industry to…”

     Watch from 2:11:44

3. Federation Chamber (part 1 of 3) · Australian Parliament · 15 September 2026

   • Whitlam: regional visitor economy and THRIVE 2030

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise today to talk about the importance of the visitor economy across my electorate of Whitlam. This is particularly important for the Southern Highlands part of my electorate. I would like to thank the tourism…”

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   • Whitlam: Southern Highlands wine, experiences and environment

     “That matters for communities like the Southern Highlands because regional tourism is so important for our local economy. Our visitor economy supports local jobs, creates new businesses, drives investment, and keeps young people building their careers here in our local…”

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   • Whitlam: collaboration, youth jobs and regional prosperity

     “The key challenges are scale, collaboration, and innovation. This can and is being met by building partnerships across sectors. For example, wineries working with accommodation providers, equine businesses partnering with restaurants and transport providers, producers collaborating with event organisers and…”

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4. House of Representatives Chamber (part 1 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 15 September 2026

   • Members’ 90‑second statements: democracy, campaigning conduct and local issues

     “Speaker, as we mark International Day of Democracy, it's important to reflect on the experiences of Australians participating in elections. During the 2025 federal election, I witnessed conduct at polling booths that does not belong in a free and respectful…”

     Watch from 2:02:01

5. Federation Chamber (part 2 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 14 September 2026

   • Members’ statements: regional sport, working holiday visas and domestic violence

     “Domestic and family violence remains one of the most serious challenges facing our community. Our government's national plan to end violence against women and children aims to end violence against women and children in one generation. It is the responsibility…”

     Watch from 1:11:58

6. Federation Chamber (part 1 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 9 September 2026

   • National Sport Integrity Offences Bill: government framework

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. Sport is a part of the essential fabric of our society. It's part of our heritage, part of our culture, part of what makes our nation great. Around the world, we are known for our sporting…”

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