My Work
Greens slam sham consultation process for Northern Rivers rail trail proposal
Following revelations from the former Mayor of Tweed that there was zero community consultation in her shire, the Greens are calling on the Liberal-National Coalition and the NSW Labor party to agree to an inquiry into the Bill that would see critical rail infrastructure in the Northern Rivers ripped up.
Meal on Wheels
Today Abigail spoke in support of a motion recognising the important contribution that Meals on Wheels makes to regional and rural communities. She paid particular tribute to the work of Ballina Greens MP Tamara Smith for her work in securing funding for the program locally.
Operating Licence of Greyhound Racing NSW
After repeated attempts to obtain the operating licence for Greyhound Racing NSW, today Abigail asked the NSW Government why they won't provide it despite an upcoming inquiry into the licence itself.
Coastal Erosion
With the ongoing erosion of our beaches and coast line, today Abigail stood to speak of the need for a planned retreat. Especially in relation to areas on the coast like Wamberal who already face significant problems with properties along the coastline.
Police Amendment Promotions Bill 2020
Today Abigail stood in support of an amendment tabled by Greens NSW MP David Shoebridge. This amendment would ensure that police officers accused of sexual violence or harassment would not be promoted or appointed to senior positions and ensure that the NSW Police Force begins to seriously tackle the epidemic of sexual violence within it's ranks.
COVID-19 and Women's Employment
Today Abigail asked what the NSW Government is doing to ensure that women – whose industries have been disproportionally affected by the onset of COVID-19 – have access to secure, well-paid employment.
Liberal-National Coalition Dysfunction
While the Liberal-National Coalition is in complete dysfunction and fighting amongst itself there are over 900,000 people living in poverty in NSW alone. Today Abigail stood to speak of the need for a strong government that listens and respects the people it is meant to serve and to condemn the Liberals and Nationals for continuing to bicker instead of govern.
Build World Class Rail, Not More Roads
Concerned with the NSW Government's plan to bulldoze historic Blue Mountain towns to duplicate the Great Western Highway, today Abigail tabled a motion calling for a serious investigation to be undertaken into moving more freight to rail before proceeding with construction.
It's Time To Take The Profit Out Of Aged Care
Today Abigail stood to speak about the need to take profit out of the aged care sector and guarantee care to everyone who needs it.
Release of Greyhound Racing NSW Footage
Today Abigail spoke strongly in support for a request for footage and documentation in relation to potential animal cruelty at a Greyhound Racing NSW track that the Animal Justice Party had tabled.
Tallwarra Power Station Contamination
Continuing her investigative work into potential contamination at Tallawarra Power Station, today Abigail successfully secured the release of any documents relating to said contamination and sale of land.
Uranium Mining & Nuclear Facilities (Prohibitions) Repeal Bill 2019
Today Abigail stood to speak against the toxic One Nation Bill before Parliament that would see both the 30 year old ban on uranium mining and the ban on nuclear energy in NSW repealed.
Asbestos Clad Ferries
Today Abigail asked why the NSW Government had purposely ordered new ferries built overseas with asbestos for deployment in Sydney and whether they were aware of the safety risks they posed to passengers.
Roads Amendment (Toll-Free Period) Bill 2020
With so many Sydney commuters forced to use privatised tollways to get to and from work, today Abigail spoke about the need to eliminate private tollroads and invest in world-class public transport.
Greens oppose Coalition’s doubly toxic plan to support uranium mining and Pauline Hanson’s One Nation
With the NSW Coalition moving to support legislation by Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party lifting the ban on a NSW nuclear industry, the Greens are committing to working inside and outside Parliament to prevent this environmentally and socially damaging plan.