Mark Dreyfus

Latest speeches

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

   • Adjournment: hate speech, social media and political responsibility

     “Thank you, Speaker. I have spent my public life working with purpose and a responsibility to leave our country fairer, safer and more generous. I want Australia to be a country where people are treated with dignity, where opportunity is…”

     Watch from 2:56:31

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

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

     “Public confidence in our electoral system is essential. It depends on transparency, accountability, and the ability of Australians to participate without interference, intimidation, harassment, or abuse. I've faced abuse during elections, including threats of violence. On occasion, there've been death…”

     Watch from 1:06:07

3. Federation Chamber · Australian Parliament · 16 September 2026

   • Condolence statements: legacy of Justice Mary Gaudron KC

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise to mark the passing of the Honorable Justice Mary Gaudron KC, one of the most significant Australian jurists of her generation and a person whose life changed both the law and the legal profession.…”

     Watch from 3:23:56

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

   • Knox (Robodebt) Class Action Facilitation Bill: ensuring full compensation for victims

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise to support the Knox Class Action Facilitation Bill 2026, introduced by the Minister for Social Services, the Honourable Tanya Plibersek. This bill is wise, principled, and beneficial. But behind it lies one of the…”

     Watch from 4:31:18

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

   • Year 12 students: wellbeing, choices and civic duty

     “Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise today to acknowledge the 2026 Year 12 students in my electorate of Isaacs as they work towards the completion of their secondary education. Year 12 reflects years of study, persistence, and personal growth, supported…”

     Watch from 40:49

6. Federation Chamber (part 2 of 2) · Australian Parliament · 11 August 2026

   • Constituency statement: road trauma charity in memory of Lachlan McLaren

     “I thank the member. Member for Isaacs. Thank you, Deputy Speaker. I rise to recognise the life of Lachlan McLaren, the important work of the Lachlan McLaren Foundation, and the remarkable strength of Lockie's family, friends, and community. Lockie was…”

     Watch from 30:46