My Work
The NSW domestic and family violence sector continues to be dangerously underfunded - why won't the NSW Government increase core funding to meet demand?
Frontline services in the domestic and family violence sector have been calling for a doubling of core funding to address the scale of the problem in NSW. Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail questioned the NSW Treasurer on why these urgent requests continue to be ignored.
When will the NSW Government finally roll out the delayed residential battery scheme?
Today during Budget Estimates, Abigail questioned the Minister for Energy on whether there are plans to bring forward the Residential Battery Scheme start date.
Given the recent Eraring Power Station debacle, does the NSW Government have a plan for powering Tomago Aluminium Smelter when Bayswater closes in 2030?
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail pressed the Minister for Energy on the future plans for the Tomago Aluminium Smelter, raising concerns over renewable energy readiness.
Once upon a time, Minns wasn’t in the greyhound racing industry’s pocket—so what changed?
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail quizzed the NSW Premier, who dodged questions about his 2016 stance on shutting down the greyhound racing industry— a position he now seems to have forgotten.
Will the NSW Government deliver on lobbying reforms recommended in Operation Eclipse?
Today in Budget Estimates, Abigail advocated for greater transparency on unidentifiable lobbyists with unrestricted access to Parliamentary offices and more comprehensive Ministerial diary disclosures.
The NSW Government's ongoing failure to fund technology assisted voting erodes the democratic rights of people with disability
Today in Budget Estimates, the Electoral Commission confirmed NSW Labor's decision to deny funding for technology assisted voting, further increasing barriers for people with disability and their independent participation in democracy.
Will the NSW Government end discrimination against children with disability in private schools?
Today, while chairing a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail questioned the Minister for Education on private schools' exemption from the Anti-Discrimination Act and its negative impact on students with disability.
What is the NSW Department of Education's plan for making all schools fully accessible?
Today, in Budget Estimates, Abigail asked the Department of Education what they are proactively doing to upgrade NSW schools to be fully accessible.
Is the NSW Education Department prioritising investment in staff training to support students facing domestic and family violence?
Today, during Budget Estimates, Abigail questioned the Department of Education on how they are training and supporting teachers to identify and assist students affected by domestic and family violence.
There is no such thing as neutral when it comes to genocide
Today, as Chair of a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail challenged the Minister for Education regarding a directive from the Department of Education that has enforced the silencing of discussions about the genocide in Gaza within NSW schools. As a result, the Department has agreed to review the policy.
Will Labor deliver on their commitment to make all NSW public schools accessible?
Today, while chairing a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail pressed the Minister for Education on public school funding cuts impacting staffing and accessibility for students with disabilities.
What exactly is the Department of Education's "inclusive education unit"?
Today, in Budget Estimates, Abigail continued to pick apart Labor's disappointing response to the Disability Royal Commission, inquiring about s so called "inclusive education unit" which isn't even a unit.
How will Labor incentivise teachers to pursue continued learning in disability education in NSW schools?
Today, while chairing a Budget Estimates hearing, Abigail pressed the Minister for Education on how teachers will be encouraged to engage in professional development in disability related areas now that Labor has removed it as a mandatory requirement.
MEDIA RELEASE: Greens-led inquiry demands overhaul of NSW’s education system riddled with ableism and discrimination
22 August 2024 A landmark parliamentary inquiry chaired by Greens MP Abigail Boyd has today handed down its report into the experiences of children and young people with disability in NSW educational settings. With over 20 findings and 28 recommendations, the report sets out a plan to overhaul NSW’s entire education system to ensure that it is genuinely inclusive and accessible for students with disability.
The Greens condemn the Central Coast Council administrator’s undemocratic decision to impose a referendum on residents
Today in Parliament, Abigail gave notice of a motion addressing the Central Coast Council's forced administration since 2020 and a controversial referendum, imposed by an unelected Administrator, to reduce councillor numbers from fifteen to nine—sparking concerns over democratic rights and diminished representation for the region's 352,000 residents.