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Stolen Generations Anniversary (13/02/2009)
Thank you,and welcome, everyone, to this first anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations. Today, I’m proud to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

GoGet Car Share Headquarters Opening (17/02/2009)
Hello everyone, I am delighted to be here to celebrate five years of GoGet and to officially open these new premises. Firstly, I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation the traditional custodians of this land...

Investing in Sydney's Future (25/02/2009)
Welcome, and thanks for coming today. Firstly I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. And I welcome our special guests, the Premier of NSW...

Australian Energy Regulator (5/03/2009)
A matter of great significance to my constituents and to the State relates to energy provision. Instead of guiding and driving investment in a new green energy future, the new Australian Energy Regulator...

Barangaroo Delivery Authority (11/03/2009)
I welcome the introduction of the Barangaroo Delivery Authority Bill as a significant step forward in the development of the 22-hectare former ports land with a 1.4 kilometre foreshore on Sydney Harbour...

Greenhouse Gas Reductions (12/03/2009)
Tonight I speak on a matter of great concern to my constituents and to the community at large. There is disappointment with the Federal Government's proposed 2020 greenhouse gas reduction target of 5 per cent...

Parking Space Levy (24/03/2009)
The Parking Space Levy Act redirects funds from car parking in areas of high traffic congestion, including the central business district of the city, to public transport projects rather than to consolidated revenue...

Sustainable Streets-Parallel Cities (25/03/2009)
Thank you, Simon and good evening, everyone. Welcome to this evening’s forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to welcome Robert Whitehead of Fairfax Media...

Biofuel Ethanol Bill (26/03/2009)
I will add briefly to debate on the Biofuel (Ethanol Content) Amendment Bill 2009, which increases the current 2 per cent mandate for ethanol content in total sales to 4 per cent in 2010, 6 per cent in 2011...

Noise Pollution (26/03/2009)
Tonight I speak about an issue of great importance to inner-city residents—noise pollution. It affects quality of life and health, and can contribute to hearing loss or life threatening health problems...

Erskineville Public Housing Meeting (31/03/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our first tenants’ meeting for Erskineville. I’d like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to welcome Michael Modder...

Anti-Bikie Laws (2/04/2009)
CRIMES (CRIMINAL ORGANISATIONS CONTROL) BILL 2009 I acknowledge that the Premier and the Government, and indeed the Opposition and some Independent members, have very serious concerns about violence...

Energy Efficient Street Lighting (2/04/2009)
Street lighting is a vital community service that impacts on safety and security, use of public space, greenhouse gas emissions, and council rates. Unfortunately much of EnergyAustralia-owned street lighting...

Inner City Mayor's Workshop (5/05/2009)
Welcome, everyone, to this workshop. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I also want to acknowledge Monica Barone, the City’s CEO who’ll...

Home Building Insurance (13/05/2009)
The Home Building Amendment (Insurance) Bill limits home warranty insurance claims to defects that are detected during the period of insurance. The six-month limit to notify insurers of a defect will...

Centennial and Moore Park Trust (14/05/2009)
Centennial Parklands—which include Centennial Park, Moore Park, the sporting stadia and the Entertainment Quarter—were part of Governor Macquarie's 400-hectare Sydney Common bequest in 1811, which set...

Redfern Public Tenants Meeting (27/05/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our second meeting for Housing NSW tenants in Redfern, following our inaugural meeting last December. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Heritage Amendment Bill (3/06/2009)
I have very serious concerns about the Heritage Amendment Bill 2009, which makes changes to the Heritage Act 1977, including increasing ministerial powers and making economic consideration part of the heritage assessment process...

Groundwater and Mining (4/06/2009)
Inner-city residents support strong protection of our waterways in the face of numerous threats to clean drinking water supplies such as climate change, drought, development and rising populations. My...

Energy Savings (4/06/2009)
I welcome the Electricity Supply Amendment (Energy Savings) Bill 2009, which sets mandatory annual energy savings targets for electricity retailers and for customers who purchase directly from the national electricity market...

Waterloo Public Housing Meeting (11/06/2009)
Hello, everyone. Welcome to our second forum for Waterloo Public Housing tenants. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m...

Residential Tenancies Amendment (Mortgagee Repossessions) Bill 2009 (16/06/2009)
I welcome the Residential Tenancies Amendment (Mortgagee Repossessions) Bill 2009, which will ensure that tenants get at least 30 days notice to leave a property when a mortgagee repossesses their home...

Creative Industries (18/06/2009)
Sydney is Australia's primary creative hub, a role that has been underestimated for far too long. Sydney is home to one-third of all creative industries in Australia despite having only 20 per cent of the total Australian workforce...

Government Information (Public Access) Bill 2009 (23/06/2009)
I welcome the Government Information (Public Access) Bill, the Government Information (Information Commissioner) Bill and the Government Information (Public Access) (Consequential Amendments and Repeals) Bill...

Education Amendment (Publication of School Results) Bill 2009 (24/06/2009)
The Education Amendment (Publication of School Results) Bill 2009 will require the publication of individual reports with information about a school's performance in comparison with other schools with similar characteristics...

Motor Sports (World Rally Championship) Bill 2009 (24/06/2009)
I will make a brief contribution to the debate and oppose the Motor Sports (World Rally Championship) Bill 2009, which will facilitate the Repco Rally Australia race in the Northern Rivers region in September...

Homelessness (24/06/2009)
Tonight I again call for urgent action to address inner-city homelessness. The 2006 census reports more than 16,000 rough sleepers nationwide, and more than 3,700 in New South Wales. We know that there are many more...

Safe Relationships Project launch (1/07/2009)
Thank you, Julie McCrossin, MC and good evening, everyone. I’d like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It’s great to see you all...

Sustainable Sydney Report Back (1/07/2009)
INTRODUCTION AND WELCOME Thank you, Adam. Good morning everyone, and welcome. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. On behalf of the City...

Glebe Art Show Opening (3/07/2009)
Thank you, Robin, Lawrence and good evening, everyone. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Clr John McInerney who is here this evening...

Pyrmont Metro Station Rally (4/07/2009)
I am here today as both Lord Mayor and your local Member of Parliament to support your campaign opposing the demolition of Union Street terraces for a metro station. I acknowledge there are three main issues: FIRSTLY...

Ave Union Square Rally (4/07/2009)
Thank you, Lawrence Gibbons, and hello, everyone. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge the NSW Opposition Leader...

NAIDOC Week Flag Raising Ceremony (6/07/2009)
Thank you to the Young Mob kids for your kind introduction. I’d like to begin by recognising the traditional custodians of this land on which we meet. And I acknowledge the truth of our shared history – both its pain and its joy...

NAIDOC Family Celebration Day (11/07/2009)
Thank you, Luke Carroll, MC. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to thank Aunty Fay Carroll for her Welcome to Country, and Uncle Max Eulo for the smoking ceremony...

The Hungry Mile Naming Ceremony (29/07/2009)
I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and to welcome the Premier, the Hon Nathan Rees MP, Minister for Lands, Tony Kelly, Harry Black...

Same Sex Marriage Rally (1/08/2009)
Thank you, Katrina Fox, MC. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I also welcome you all to this National Day of Action Rally for 2009...

Eat Green Design Dinner (1/08/2009)
Hello everyone. I’d like to first acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I congratulate the Powerhouse museum for hosting this inspiring and innovative...

National Tree Day Launch (2/08/2009)
Thank you, Rebecca Gilling and welcome, everyone to this National Tree Day planting. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It’s...

City Talk - Ethical Living and Choices (4/08/2009)
Welcome to our City Talk ethical living and choices. Thank you Simon and good evening, everyone. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Redfern Sesquicentenary Celebrations (8/08/2009)
Good morning, everyone. What a pleasure to be here to celebrate 150 years of Redfern! I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. The Deputy Lord Mayor...

Paddington, Centennial Park PCTC (12/08/2009)
Hello, everyone. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Thank you for coming to our community meeting this evening. We began this...

Inner South Community Forum (17/08/2009)
Good evening, everyone, and welcome to our Inner South Community Forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I apologise for the Deputy Lord Mayor, Cr Marcelle Hoff...

COFA Art and the City Panel (18/08/2009)
Thank you, Joanna Mendelssohn MC, and good evening. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to acknowledge fellow panellists...

Citizenship Ceremony (21/08/2009)
Welcome to today’s citizenship ceremony. I’d like to first of all acknowledge the Gadi-gal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of our land. As we welcome you today as our newest citizens...

Northcott 25th Birthday (25/08/2009)
Welcome everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Deputy Lord Mayor Marcelle Hoff, Councillor...

QVB Refurbishment (25/08/2009)
Thank you, Leo Schofield MC. Good evening, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Dr Seek president...

Local Government Amendement (Planning and Reporting) Bill 2009 (1/09/2009)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.04 p.m.]: Long-term planning is essential to build sustainable communities and I support the objectives of the Local Government Amendment (Planning and Reporting) Bill to ensure that councils establish a long-term vision...

Premier, and Minister for the the Arts (2/09/2009)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.52 p.m.]: Despite media focus and media campaigns over the past year, I think the community is fair in its judgement and is willing to give Premier Nathan Rees a go—indeed, a red-hot go—at running the State...

Electronic Waste Disposal (3/09/2009)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.39 p.m.]: I share the serious concerns of my constituents about the amount of electronic waste in landfill across the country. As a result of years of inaction by State and Federal governments...

Centennial Parklands (5/09/2009)
On 21 and 23 August, 350 people turned out on cold nights to public meetings in Surry Hills and Paddington to passionately defend the parklands of Centennial Park and Moore Park. The meetings unanimously...

Inner City Forum on Homelessness (7/09/2009)
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to our forum on this important issue of planning to end homelessness. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Good Food Guide Launch (7/09/2009)
Hello everyone. I’d like to first acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It’s great to be here tonight and to present the Good Food Guide Sustainable...

North West Community Forum (7/09/2009)
Good evening, everyone, and welcome to our community forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. This evening we’ll be bringing...

Liquor Amendment (Temporary Licence Freeze) Bill 2009 (10/09/2009)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [10.52 a.m.]: I welcome and strongly support the Liquor Amendment (Temporary Licence Freeze) Bill, which will introduce a 12-month freeze of liquor licences in Darlinghurst and Bayswater roads...

GoGet CarShare (12/09/2009)
Hello everyone. I’d like to first acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Bruce Jeffries, Nicholas Woolf and Dr Stanley Quek...

Sustainable Savings for Small Business (15/09/2009)
Thank you, and good evening, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to our Small Business September event for 2009, Sustainable Savings for Small Business...

Integrated Transport for a Connected City (16/09/2009)
Other speakers included: - Former London Mayor Ken Livingstone - Dr Garry Glazebrook, UTS Transport Professor - Anthony Albanese MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development Welcome to tonight's City Talk...

Ken Livingstone Roundtable (16/09/2009)
Thank you for participating in today’s discussion with Ken Livingstone the former Mayor of London. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Standard Time Amendment (Daylight Saving) Bill 2005 (21/09/2009)
Clauses 1 to 3 agreed to. Ms CLOVER MOORE (Bligh) [8.46 p.m.] by leave: I move amendments Nos 1 to 3 standing in my name in globo: No. 1 Page 3, schedule 1, line 10. Omit "last". Insert instead "first"...

New Mardi Gras Office Opening (22/09/2009)
Hello everyone. Welcome everyone to 94 Oxford Street and the new, New Mardi Gras Offices. I’d firstly like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the original custodians of our land. This...

Pine Street Creative Arts Centre’s Annual Student Art Exhibition (22/09/2009)
Hello everyone, I would like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Its great to be here at the Pine Street Creative Art Centre,...

Animal Welfare Legislation Amendment Bill 2009 (23/09/2009)
I make a brief contribution to debate on the Animal Welfare Legislation Amendment Bill 2009, which provides for recognition of interstate court orders that ban persons from keeping animals, and introduces...

Major Events Bill (23/09/2009)
Events help celebrate and enrich our city, bring the community together and contribute to our sense of identity and sense of place. When it comes to large-scale events, there is no question that Sydney does them best, as we should...

Live Entertainment & Residential Amenity (24/09/2009)
Tonight I speak about the future of live music and entertainment regulation. Inner-city residents want a vibrant live music scene that supports local musicians, but they also want protection of their local amenity...

Family & Culture Day Redfern (26/09/2009)
Hello everyone and welcome. I would like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge the Elders who are here today...

Glebe Sesquicentenary Celebration, Official Launch of Wireless House & Foley Park Reopening (26/09/2009)
Thank you very much Robyn Kemmis. Hello everyone. I would first like to acknowledge the Gadigal people, of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge...

Wentworth Park Games (27/09/2009)
Welcome everyone to the second Wentworth Park Games. I would like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to our community day in Wentworth Park...

Surry Hills Public Tenants Meeting (29/09/2009)
Welcome everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I will start by giving a report on some of my work and then ask our...

Harold Park Workshop (29/09/2009)
I would firstly like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Councillor Black, Councillor McInerney, Councilor Tornai...

Redfern Public Housing (30/09/2009)
Hello everyone. Welcome to our third forum for Redfern Public Housing tenants. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. And I’d like to welcome - Meghan Hibbert...

City South Forum & Green Square Update (30/09/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our Community Forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. This is our opportunity to tell you about what’s happening in your area...

By George! Hidden Networks (1/10/2009)
Hello everyone. I would first like to acknowledge the Gadigal people, of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all here tonight to our eight...

Art & About Launch (1/10/2009)
Hello everyone and welcome to Art & About. I’d like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and also give a special thank you for that...

Homeless Persons' Information Centre (1/10/2009)
Hello everyone. I would first like to acknowledge the Gadigal people, of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Twenty five years ago the City of Sydney’s Homeless Persons Information...

Sydney Morning Herald Independent Transport Inquiry Forum (1/10/2009)
Thank you, Robert Whitehead MC. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Over past decades, governments have opened up new “growth areas” for thousands of people...

City of Sydney Business Awards (20/10/2009)
Thank you, David Koch. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to acknowledge the NSW Minister for Small Business...

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment Bill 2009 (21/10/2009)
I will make a brief contribution to debate on the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment Bill, which will increase the maximum penalty for breaching the cage size requirements for layer hens or for breaching the Animal Trades Code of Practice...

Animals (Regulation of Sale) Bill 2009 (22/10/2009)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [4.56 p.m.], in reply: The Animals (Regulation of Sale) Bill 2009 is about responsible pet ownership. It would ban the sale of cats and dogs in pet shops and markets and limit dog and cat sale advertisements to rescuers...

Central Business District Speed Limits (22/10/2009)
Just 15 per cent of people travel to work in the central business district [CBD] by car. The rest use public transport, bicycle or travel on foot. Road polices must start to reflect this ratio to make...

Sydney Food Summit 2009 (22/10/2009)
Thank you, Lyndey Milan, MC. Good morning, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and to thank Alan Madden for his Welcome to Country...

Chippendale Fresh Food Cooperative Launch (24/10/2009)
Thank you, John Newton, MC and good morning, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to acknowledge Nicholas...

350.org (24/10/2009)
Thank you, Robin Williams, MC. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I welcome you to our city today where here on the...

Danks Street Festival (25/10/2009)
Thank you, Miriam Corowa, MC and thank you, Clarence, for your Welcome to Country. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome...

City West Community Forum (26/10/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our Community Forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Debra Palmer and Brendan Baker...

Chambers of Commerce Roundtable (27/10/2009)
Hello, everyone, welcome to our annual Chambers of Commerce Round Table. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to acknowledge Monica Barone...

Greenpeace Truefood Guide Launch (28/10/2009)
Last year NSW produced its first genetically engineered canola crops following the State Government’s decision to lift the moratorium. GE canola is expected to start making its way into many foods and beverages...

Duke of Edinburgh Awards International Forum (28/10/2009)
Thank you, MCs Katie and Alley, and I thank Michael West for his Welcome to Country. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would...

Innovations Award Dinner (29/10/2009)
Thank you, Greg McCarthy, MC, and good evening, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to our third annual awards...

Food Labelling (29/10/2009)
The products we buy can impact on animal welfare, health, working conditions in developing nations and the environmet. My constituents are concerned about the consequences of their purchasing decisions and demand the right to make informed choices...

Chinese Round Table Luncheon (30/10/2009)
Hello, everyone, welcome to our Round Table. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Deputy Lord Mayor Phillip Black...

Sydney Festival Launch (4/11/2009)
Hello, everyone – welcome to our launch of the 2010 Sydney Festival. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. And on behalf of us all...

Sydney Peace Prize (4/11/2009)
Thank you, Angela Catterns MC, and good evening. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Her Excellency the Governor...

Sydney Festival Media Launch (4/11/2009)
Thank you, Michael Spence, Vice-Chancellor, Sydney University. And good morning, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Healthy Communities Kit Launch (6/11/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to the launch of this toolkit. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Late last year the Council...

City East Community Forum (9/11/2009)
Hello everyone, and welcome to our Community Forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I hope you’ve had the opportunity...

Big Aussie Swap Party (10/11/2009)
Thank you, Monica Trapaga, and hello, swappers! I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge Melissa Doyle...

Chinatown Public Domain Consultation (10/11/2009)
Message delivered by Clr John McInerney on behalf of Lord Mayor Clover Moore MP. When Council received the draft Public Domain Study for Chinatown in June, we determined to consult the key stakeholders...

Passenger Transport Amendment (Taxi Licensing) Bill (11/11/2009)
I wish to make a brief contribution to debate on the Passenger Transport Amendment (Taxi Licensing) Bill 2009, which creates a new category of non-transferable taxi licences that can be renewed each year and are subject to conditions...

Food Amendment (Meat Grading) Bill 2008 (12/11/2009)
I support the Food Amendment (Meat Grading) Bill 2008, which will ensure accurate labelling of meat in terms of quality. I understand that Australia has no consumer-based meat-grading system that guarantees quality meat...

Climate Change (12/11/2009)
Global warming is happening faster than initially predicted and my constituents want governments to take urgent measures to slow global warming and prevent serious and catastrophic climate change. This year Australia is experiencing severe fires...

Millers Point Public Tenants Meeting (17/11/2009)
Hello everybody and welcome. I would like to acknowledge that we are here today on the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of our land. I welcome our speakers attending today...

Inner West Community Forum (17/11/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our Community Forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I hope you’ve had the opportunity...

South Sydney Community Transport 30th Anniversary (17/11/2009)
Thank you, David Atkins and hello everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would like to thank Aunty Sylvia for her Welcome...

CitySwith Annual Progress Report (18/11/2009)
hank you, Chris Derksema MC and good afternoon, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I welcome everyone here today...

Inner City Mayors Forum (18/11/2009)
Hello, everyone, welcome to this forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Today, we’ll be hearing a presentation on progress...

Waterloo Public Housing Meeting (20/11/2009)
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to this forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to welcome Mr Rocco Esposito...

Christmas Media Launch (23/11/2009)
Good morning, and welcome to our Christmas launch. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. We begin our Christmas festivities this Thursday evening...

Darling House Patron's Day (24/11/2009)
Hello, everyone, it’s a pleasure to be here with you again. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. The lead up to Christmas is...

Graffiti Control Amendment Bill (25/11/2009)
I share strong community concern about the problem of illegal graffiti and unsightly tags, particularly prominent racist, homophobic or obscene graffiti. Graffiti has been a significant issue in the inner...

Valuation of Land Amendment Bill 2009 (25/11/2009)
I raise concerns about the Valuation of Land Amendment Bill 2009, which creates an additional assumption for the Valuer General when valuing heritage land, both State and local, that any "improvement" to the land is "new"...

Climate Change (26/11/2009)
In the lead-up to the United Nations Climate Change Conference—COP 15—in Copenhagen next month, my constituents are joining global community calls for a binding agreement to significantly reduce greenhouse...

Electricity Supply Amendment (Solar Bonus Scheme) Bill (26/11/2009)
I strongly support the Electricity Supply Amendment (Solar Bonus Scheme) Bill 2009, which will introduce a gross tariff system to reimburse small users for the renewable energy generated on their property...

Christmas Tree Lighting (26/11/2009)
Hello everyone, and welcome to our Martin Place Children’s Concert and Christmas Tree Lighting. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Stakeholders Christmas Reception (27/11/2009)
Thank you and welcome, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Thank you all for coming. There’s a great turn out tonight...

Bourke Street School Kitchen Garden (28/11/2009)
Thank you, Peter Johnston, Principal and good morning, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to...

Community Christmas Reception (29/11/2009)
Hello everyone and welcome. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I also acknowledge other Councillors here today… In September...

New Year's Eve Media Launch (1/12/2009)
Good morning to you all. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to the launch of 2009 Sydney New Year’s Eve, the second by our Creative Director Rhoda Roberts...

Surry Hills Christmas Concert (6/12/2009)
Hello, everyone, Happy Christmas! And welcome to our Surry Hills Village Christmas concert. I hope you’re enjoying the great entertainment. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation...

Business Forum (9/12/2009)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our last Business Forum for this year. Our last, but a very special one with our guest, Patrick Blanc, to tell us about his internationally acclaimed Vertical Gardens. I’d...

Why We Must Ban Live Exports (15/12/2009)
Australians may think of themselves as animal lovers, yet our laws allow many animals to suffer a lifetime of cruelty in the name of profit. We are well behind world’s best practice in this area, particularly in comparison with Europe...

How can the Mayors fast track green city development? (15/12/2009)
In 2006, the City of Sydney began work on a long-term plan for Sydney’s future; a plan to make our city environmentally, economically, socially and culturally sustainable. We believed that a well developed...

Introduction to Earth Hour (16/12/2009)
Earth Hour is powerful because Earth Hour is a people’s movement. It was launched in Sydney in 2007 – the concept of WWF, and supported by the City of Sydney and the Fairfax media group. More than 2...

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