Loss of languages at Belconnen High and end of year
As the end of the year approaches, I took the opportunity in the Assembly today to thank the residents in my electorate, those who...
Dec 2, 2020
Adoption Amendment Bill 2020
Thank you, Madam Speaker, and I sincerely thank the minster for the work that she, her staff, and all others involved have put into...
Aug 12, 2020
Canberra Jewish School
As research confirms, people who have a strong sense of identity and a connection to their heritage tend to be more resilient. Belonging...
Feb 20, 2020
Youth Mental Health
A report we received yesterday revealed that one-quarter of young Canberrans are experiencing psychological distress. Figures were higher...
Oct 24, 2019
Continuing the call for external review for child protection decisions
Most child protection decisions in the ACT are not subject to external review. This is a serious defect that has been repeatedly pointed...
Sep 18, 2019
Decision to rip family apart was 'dead wrong'
I AM the mother of five children. Each one is precious to me. I love them, worry about them, teach and correct them – and feel an...
May 13, 2019
Kikkert Kicks 4 a Cause
Boys in Australia are twice as likely to drop out of school, nine times more likely to be in detention, and three times more likely to...
Apr 3, 2019
ACT out-of-home care system ranks last
The CREATE Foundation represents all Australian children and young people in out-of-home care. Five years ago they released a...
Apr 3, 2019
No to cyberbullying
Estimates suggest that one in five Australian children aged 8 to 15 have experienced ‘cyberbullying’. This can occur using social media,...
Feb 14, 2019
Kikkert to host forum: Evidence-based Approaches to Helping Children, Young People and Families
The Shadow Minister for Families, Youth and Community Services Elizabeth Kikkert will host a public forum at the ACT Legislative Assembly...
Dec 5, 2018
