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This Hansard entry captures valedictory speeches from outgoing members of the Western Australian Legislative Council. Hon. Robyn McSweeney reflects on her 16-year career, highlighting achievements, challenges, and advocating for more women in politics, while Hon. Robin Chapple discusses environmental issues and thanks colleagues and staff.
⚪ Low · Speech18 May 2017 · 32,990 words
Outgoing WA parliamentarians reflect on their careers, advocate for women, and discuss environmental concerns.
Outgoing politicians, their staff, and the WA public are affected as they reflect on past actions and future policy directions.
“I sign off with a great sense of achievement and a job well done, as I know I put my heart and soul into making a difference—not a bad effort for a girl who grew up in Bridgetown, a small country town in the south west.”
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Members who spoke
McSweeney, Hon RobynChapple, Hon RobinClohesy, Hon AlannaDoust, Hon KateRowe, Hon SamanthaPritchard, Hon MartinPRESIDENT
Topics
politicsenvironmentwomen in politics
Legislation Referenced
Bills
Environmental Protection Authority Amendment Bill
· 18 May 2017
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