Democratic concern is mounting ahead of Bangladesh's 2026 election
Today Abigail passed a motion in Parliament expressing deep concern at the current state of affairs in Bangladesh as the nation approaches its next general election in February 2026.
Anti-Palestinian Racism in Australian Schools - a report by APAN
Today Abigail gave a motion recognising a landmark report by Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) about the alarming rise in anti-Palestinian racism in our education system.
Sudan is facing the world's largest humanitarian crisis
Today Abigail gave a motion recognising the humanitarian crisis inflicted upon the people of Sudan, and calling on the Australian government to urgently act in accordance with its international obligations.
One Year On: Bangladesh’s Monsoon Revolution
Today Abigail passed a motion in Parliament recognising the first anniversary of the fall of Bangladesh's 17‑year authoritarian regime following a mass uprising, which is now known as the Monsoon Revolution.
Afghanistan is stripping women and girls of their fundamental rights
Today in Parliament, Abigail passed a motion calling on the Australian government to uphold its moral responsibility to act in response to the continuing human rights violations in Afghanistan.
“The situation is as if the war has returned anew”
Today Abigail gave a motion in Parliament about Israel's ongoing genocidal campaign against the people of Palestine, reminding the chamber that the world must not look away from Gaza.
All eyes on Gaza
Today in Parliament, Abigail gave notice of a motion about the relentless genocide being inflicted by the Israeli government on the people of Palestine.
We sail until Palestine is free
Today in Parliament, Abigail gave notice of a motion in support of the new Freedom Flotilla, the Maldeen, which set sail toward Gaza this week.
Celebrating Bangladesh Independence Day
Today in Parliament, Abigail passed a motion acknowledging the 55th Bangladesh Independence Day, celebrating the nation’s resilience and ongoing pursuit of democracy.
Sanction Israel
Today in Parliament, Abigail gave notice of a motion urging the Australian Government to immediately end our ongoing complicity in the ethnic cleansing of the Palestinian people.