STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS | Private Health Insurance
House of Representatives | 27 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (13:33): On 14 May, I launched my petition about this government ripping away private health insurance rebates for the over-65s. Since that time, we’ve had 5,366 Australians sign this petition. These are Australians who were told for decades: ‘Invest in your private health insurance, and, […]
STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS | Taxation
Federation Chamber | 27 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (09:54): Right across the Fisher electorate there are tradies, cafe owners and small-business operators who are watching this government with deep suspicion. Small businesses make a vital and multilayered contribution to the Australian economy. As drivers of innovation, wealth creation and employment for millions of Australians, […]
MATTERS OF PUBLIC IMPORTANCE | Budget
House of Representatives | 26 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (16:05): Over the last four years of this government, we have seen the sharpest decline of living standards across the OECD and we’ve seen the highest rate of government expenditure in 40 years, outside the pandemic. I don’t need to stand here and tell this […]
Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence | PRIVATE MEMBERS’ BUSINESS
Federation Chamber | 25 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (17:46): This is a topic which is near and dear to my heart. I thank the member for Bonner for moving this motion. The zero-tolerance language around this motion is correct. The sentiment is right, but sentiment without accountability is not policy; it’s just another press […]
STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS | Cost of Living Forum
Federation Chamber | 25 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (16:13): Last Thursday, more than 100 locals joined me at Meridan Community Church for my 2026 federal budget and cost-of-living forum. The message from the community was loud and clear. People are hurting and they are sick of Labor’s lies and broken promises—speaking real about pressures […]
Security and Defence Partnership between the Commonwealth of Australia and the European Union
Federation Chamber | 25 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (12:47): At a time when the world is becoming more unstable, more contested and more dangerous, strong partnerships between democratic nations matter. Australia and Europe may sit on opposite sides of the globe, but increasingly we face the same threats of the growing instability we’re witnessing […]
MATTERS OF PUBLIC IMPORTANCE | BUDGET
House of Representatives | 13 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (16:04): You know who I feel for today, apart from all those mums and dads that are out there that are really struggling under this government? You know who I feel sorry for? I feel sorry for Bill Shorten, because Bill Shorten would be sitting […]
BILLS | Secrecy Provisions Amendment (Repealing Offences & Sunsetting Provision) Bill 2026 | Second Reading
Federation Chamber | 13 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (13:03): The Secrecy Provisions Amendment (Repealing Offences) Bill 2026 and the Secrecy Provisions Amendment (Sunsetting Provision) Bill 2026 deal with an issue that sits right at the heart of responsible government and democratic accountability in this country. They are about how we protect sensitive information, uphold […]
BILLS | Treasury Laws Amendment (The Survivors Law) Bill 2026 | Second Reading
House of Representatives | 12 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (17:08): What I’m going to talk about this evening is going to upset some people, and I just want to give an acknowledgement that, if what I talk about tonight causes you distress, you’re able to call Kids Helpline on 1800551800 or Lifeline on 131114. […]
BILLS | Competition and Consumer Amendment (Unfair Trading Practices) Bill 2026 | Second Reading
House of Representatives | 12 May 2026 Mr WALLACE (Fisher) (13:22): Australians are already paying more for just about everything. Groceries are up. Power bills are up. Insurance is up. Fuel is up. Interest rates are biting. The average Australian family with a mortgage is now paying, after tax, $29,000 a year more on their […]