We All Come Together For Country Bill 2025

Stage by Stage

Summaries in reported speech - not a transcript. In date order, both chambers.

1. Wednesday 26 March 2025 · Senate

   First Reading
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2. Wednesday 26 March 2025 · Senate

   Second Reading

   The debate concerned the introduction of legislation to penalise industrial emissions that damage First Nations rock art sites recognised as national heritage. The Greens senator argued that current laws fail to protect these sites from corrosive pollutants and that the bill would address this gap by establishing vulnerability investigations and civil penalties. The speech highlighted the destruction of rock art at Murujuga due to gas and fertiliser industry activities, citing scientific evidence of acid damage. The senator contended that protecting heritage supports sustainable tourism and preserves cultural history for future generations.

   Outcome: The debate was adjourned with leave granted for the senator to continue remarks later.

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