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Greens Announce Plan to Tackle Air Pollution in Upper Hunter
Today Greens NSW Abigail Boyd MP will be in Muswellbrook with Sue Abbott, Greens candidate for the Upper Hunter, to launch the Greens plan to tackle the air pollution crisis in the Upper Hunter.
We did it! Free period products for public school students
Everyone deserves access to basic sanitation. Which is why earlier this month I asked you to join me in calling for free period products to be provided for all public school students who need them.
Greens to Chair Inquiry on Economic Impacts of Toll Roads
NSW Greens MP Abigail Boyd will be chairing a new parliamentary inquiry into the economic impacts of toll roads in NSW. The inquiry will look into the impact of Sydney's toll roads on economic inequality for long distance commuters, and whether selling off tolling revenue is in the long-term interests of the State's finances.
Protecting Our Most Vulnerable in the Covid-19 Recovery Bill
Today Abigail spoke in support of the Covid-19 Recovery Bill 2021, successfully passing two amendments to protect vulnerable members of our community.
Landmark report calls for Australia-first coal ash cleanup industry
In a landmark report published today, parties from across the political spectrum have come together to recognise that coal ash, a by-product of coal-fired power, is a toxic waste product that needs better regulation.
Speak up about greyhound welfare in NSW
The NSW Legislative Council has established a Select Committee to inquire into the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC), and in particular its success and ability to regulate welfare in the greyhound racing industry in New South Wales.
Greens amendments see individuals & activists now able to take animal cruelty crimes to court
Last night the NSW Legislative Council passed four Greens amendments to improve animal cruelty legislation.
Parliament to act against sexual harassment & assault
Tonight Abigail has successfully led calls to implement new proactive measures in NSW Parliament which will see new reporting mechanisms and staff training to prevent sexual harassment and assault.
Greens Call for NSW Parliament to Provide Sexual Consent Training
NSW Greens MP Abigail Boyd has passed a motion in the NSW Legislative Council calling on NSW Parliament to take proactive measures to ensure it is a safe workplace for all women and is free from sexual assault and harassment. It builds upon the demands of the recent March 4 Justice.
Greens Swipe Left on NSW Police Commissioner Consent App
Greens NSW Women’s Spokespeople Abigail Boyd and Jenny Leong have slammed the NSW Police Minister’s proposal for a Consent App as a thought bubble that makes it clear he isn’t paying attention or listening to survivors or experts.
What is the Government Doing to End Poverty?
In light of recent cuts to JobSeeker, Abigail asked the NSW Government what is being done to tackle the increasing rate of poverty in our state.
Supporting Victim-Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Today Abigail stood to speak in support of families impacted by domestic abuse who are not adequately protected by the Family Court.
Its time to criminalise all animal abuse
Today Abigail voted in support for the criminalisation of the possession and distribution of crush and bestiality videos in New South Wales. That this is not already a criminal offence is a huge oversight in animal cruelty legislation. The motion was successful.
Continued Government Support for the ReINVEST Trial Would be Throwing Good Money After Bad
Following Greens MP Abigail Boyd’s successful call for papers in the Legislative Council, the NSW Government has released documents concerning its funding of the Kirby Institute’s controversial ReINVEST program, a program examining whether a common antidepressant (sertraline) can be used to control impulsive behaviours in domestic violence offenders.
NSW Parliamentary Inquiry Secured Into Property Acquisition Process
Following a number of controversial property acquisitions for proposed infrastructure by the NSW Liberal-National Government, today the Greens NSW secured a parliamentary inquiry into the process of acquiring land for major transport and infrastructure projects.