My Work
Schooling the Coalition on the economy amid the cost of living crisis
Today in Parliament, Abigail contributed to a debate offering the Opposition some pointers on how the economy actually works.
The Greens will always stand with unions and the workers they represent, no matter the government of the day
Today Abigail secured critical amendments to a Labor government bill, to secure union representation on the Maritime Advisory Council, and to ensure workers maintain their industrial right to organise by removing provisions that would have allowed private port operators to issue penalties to individuals obstructing ports at their own discretion.
NSW Labor has abandoned its support to adequately fund the NSW Electoral Commission, jeopardising the integrity of our democratic electoral system
Today in Parliament, Abigail gave notice of a motion condemning NSW Labor for rejecting the NSW Electoral Commission's budget bid for 2024-25. This decision compromises staffing, cybersecurity and access to technology-assisted voting systems for blind and low-vision electors to cast independent votes.
Budget Estimates - Domestic violence cannot be ended without far bolder government action and investment
Today in a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail questioned the Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault about Labor's lack of urgency when it comes to doing what is needed to end domestic violence in our state. Read the exchange below.
Needle spiking is a concerning form of gendered violence
In Budget Estimates, Abigail put the spotlight on the concerning rise in needle spiking across NSW in bars, pubs and clubs.
Funding the Ageing and Disability Commission, minimum accessibility standards for new homes, pet-friendly crisis accommodation, and more
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail continued to push for funding for the Ageing and Disability Commission, PWDA's Building Access project, minimum accessibility standards for new homes, pet-friendly crisis accommodation, and more.
Our police system continues to fail victims of DFV at the hands of a police officer
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail confronted the Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault about the extraordinary gaps in NSW policing of domestic violence within NSW Police's own ranks.
Is Labor turning NSW into a hub for weapons manufacturing?
Today in a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail pressed the Minister for Industry about Labor's fixation on bolstering weapons manufacturing here in NSW. Read the exchange below.
We need far bolder action and investment in housing, and we need it now
Today in a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail pressed the Minister for Homelessness and Housing about Labor's lacklustre housing policy, revealing that Labor's plans to build new social housing will only build 5 per cent of what is required to provide homes for the 50,000 people on the social housing waiting list... Read the exchange below.
Budget Estimates - Greyhound racing is an industry incapable of reform, and yet Labor refuse to face the facts
Today in a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail confronted the Racing Minister about Labor's appalling lack of action in response to damning corruption and cruelty allegations from the Brittain report about greyhound racing in NSW. Read the exchange below.
Is it the NSW Government's plan to make weapons manufacturing a major part of our domestic manufacturing mix?
Today in Budget Estimates, the Minister for Finance and Natural Resources sidestepped Abigail's questions on the NSW Government's intentions on weapons manufacturing within the State.
How many NSW courts have safe waiting rooms for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence?
During today’s Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail pressed the NSW Attorney General on whether safe waiting rooms will be implemented in all NSW courts, as promised by the previous government.
What is the NSW Government doing to address taxi disability discrimination?
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail questioned the Minister for Transport on how they are tackling the brazen discrimination many people with disability experience when engaging with taxi services.
When will NSW public transport be fully accessible?
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail pressed the Minister for Transport for a timeline, again, for when the NSW public transport network will be upgraded to be fully accessible.
Why has the NSW Government only accepted or supported 9 out of the 131 recommendations from the Disability Royal Commission?
As the disability community continues to be excluded by both State and Federal governments, Abigail challenged the NSW Minister for Disability Inclusion in Budget Estimates, questioning whether they will step up to provide real leadership and actual inclusivity.