My Work
Minns' Modest Budget — What's in it for people and planet?
On Tuesday the Minns Government handed down their first budget in 12 years. Today Abigail delivered the Greens' budget reply in Parliament.
Who is to blame for environmental destruction?
Today in Parliament Abigail gave a speech about the (very few) differences between the major parties — and the (very many) differences between them and the Greens.
Media Release: Tax the Rich — Greens call on Labor to raise revenue from profit-greedy industries
The Greens are calling on the NSW Labor Government to be far bolder in raising revenue from those industries raking in profits at the expense of the health and prosperity of people across NSW.
Labor pushes NSW further behind on accessible housing
Labor is following in the footsteps of their Coalition predecessors by putting people with disability last, plunging NSW into the dark ages compared to the rest of Australia on accessible housing.
DVNSW's Pre-Budget Submission
Today Abigail passed a call for the NSW Government to endorse DVNSW's pre-budget submission.
Meet Sabine: a retired racing greyhound
Abigail gave an impassioned speech in Parliament about the greyhound racing industry's blatant disregard for animal welfare.
Tribute to Louise Kuchel
Today Abigail paid tribute to the passing of a truly incredible person, Lou Kuchel. Lou was an inspiration to the disability community, and to all who knew her.
Both sides of politics vote against the Wamberal community
Today Abigail debated the matter of the horrendous Wamberal seawall proposal. Unfortunately both sides of politics maintained their refusal to listen to the science, which is so clearly telling us we need a planned retreat!
Vulnerable people under trustees and guardianships deserve autonomy and choice
Abigail spoke in opposition to the Government's latest attempt to railroad the experiences of vulnerable people. This Bill would effectively remove elements of consent from beneficiaries under trustees.
Keep our energy in public hands!
In Question Time, Abigail asked the Energy Minister about Labor's refusal to admit their love of privatisation - this time in relation to the state's energy assets.
Save Manipur, Save Women
Today in Parliament Abigail passed a motion condemning the horrific violence against Kuki-zo women occurring in Manipur. NSW stands in solidarity with the Manipur community.
Media Release: Greens table petition for proposed Wamberal Beach seawall to be stopped immediately until community and environmental concerns are investigated
NSW Greens MP and spokesperson for the Central Coast Abigail Boyd has today tabled the “Stop Wamberal Beach Seawall” petition in NSW Parliament. The petition received 1,377 signatures in 3 weeks, and was instigated by Corinne Lamont from community group Wamberal Beach Save Our Sand (SOS).
Improving employment outcomes for people with disability
Today in Parliament Abigail successfully passed a call for the Government to take direct action to improve employment outcomes for people with Disability in our state.
Media Release: EPA to prosecute Delta over Vales Point fish kill
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has commenced a prosecution against Sunset Power International Pty Ltd trading as Delta Electricity (Delta) in the Land and Environment Court in relation to a fish kill occurring near the Vales Point Power Station at Lake Macquarie in September 2022.
Media Release: A 2.6% coal royalty increase is an insult
The NSW Government has today announced their plans to raise coal royalties by 2.6%, starting July next year.