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Sydney Festival First Night (9/01/2010)
Hello, everyone and welcome. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land and say what a terrific welcome to Country we’ve just had. I also acknowledge the Minister for the Arts...

Absinthe Bar Launch (14/01/2010)
Thank you, Gaye. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m delighted to be here this evening. When we began our campaign for small bars...

Summer Sounds Festival (16/01/2010)
Hello, everyone and welcome. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to the 28th Sydney Festival free concert in this beautiful setting...

Jazzin the Domain (16/01/2010)
Hello everyone and welcome to Jazz in the Domain. I’d like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional cutodians of this land. This is the 28th year of the Festival...

Yabun Festival (26/01/2010)
Thank you Liliam Crombie and Sean Choolburra, MCs and welcome, everyone. to Yabun 2010. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony (26/01/2010)
Hello everyone, Happy Australia Day, and welcome to our Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Chinatown Public Domain Study Feedback Session (9/02/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to our feedback session for the Chinatown Public Domain. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. In June last year...

Chinese New Year Festival Launch (12/02/2010)
Thank you, Thomas Bywater and Holly Huang. And welcome, everyone, to our 2010 Chinese New Year Festival. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional owners of this land...

Town Hall Rewired (12/02/2010)
Welcome back to Town Hall rewired. While taking pride in and responsibility for this our most important civic building and the institution of Sydney’s first democratic government, we recognise and pay...

Rainbow Flag Raising Ceremony (19/02/2010)
Thank you, Rod Kirkman, MC and welcome, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome back to Town Hall which has...

Harold Park Workshop (20/02/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to this workshop. 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 Councillors here...

Chippendale Street Planting (20/02/2010)
Good morning, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. This morning has a two-fold purpose: to mark the practical completion...

Chinese New Year Reception (21/02/2010)
Good evening, everyone, and welcome to our Chinese New Year reception and to the exciting parade that will soon be starting. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Doggywood at Fair Day (21/02/2010)
Hello, everyone. Happy Mardi Gras! I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m delighted to see so many dogs and dog-loving owners here today – and as you can see...

Mardi Gras Fair Day (21/02/2010)
Thank you, Nick Parker, co-chair Mardi Gras board and hello, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like...

Chongqing VIP Luncheon (22/02/2010)
Thank you, Ky Chow I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It is a great pleasure to welcome you all to this forum, especially...

Chongqing Business Forum (22/02/2010)
Thank you, Ky, and good morning, everyone. Welcome to Sydney! I thank Matthew Doyle and Wuruniri Music and Dance for their Welcome to Country and on behalf of the City of Sydney I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation...

HOUSING AMENDMENT (COMMUNITY HOUSING PROVIDERS) BILL 2009 (23/02/2010)
The Sydney electorate has a significant social housing community, with estates in Surry Hills, Chippendale, Darlinghurst, Woolloomooloo, Pyrmont, Ultimo and Millers Point. The 2006 census recorded more than 2...

SAVE THE GRAYTHWAITE ESTATE BILL 2009 (25/02/2010)
I strongly support the Save the Graythwaite Estate Bill, presented to Parliament by the member for Port Macquarie, which aims to keep the historic Graythwaite Estate in public ownership, with future development on the site restricted to health...

VEHICLE NOISE (25/02/2010)
Car enthusiasts congregate around the inner-city entertainment precincts late at night on every weekend, disrupting residents' sleep and the peaceful enjoyment of their home. The loud noise...

Alexandria Cycleway Launch (1/03/2010)
Good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to welcome here this morning the Hon Anthony Albanese...

Live Green House (2/03/2010)
I am very pleased to welcome you to the City of Sydney’s Live Green House – designed to inspire you on how to live sustainably. Here you’ll find practical tips and ideas for greening your home, and meet...

Town Hall Media Conference (4/03/2010)
Good morning and welcome, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. The Sydney Town Hall collection is a remarkable treasure...

Green Champions (5/03/2010)
Good morning. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to our Green Champions. Forty of our City staff have signed up for this program...

Town Hall Re-Opening Reception (5/03/2010)
Thank you, Simon. Good evening, everyone. Welcome back to Town Hall. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Thank you to Uncle Max...

Town Hall Rewired (6/03/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to Town Hall Rewired! I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Thankyou to Michael West for the Welcome...

Humane Chain Live Exports Forum (10/03/2010)
I am here to support the Humane Chain campaign to end the cruel live export practice that condemns thousands of animals every year to long harrowing journeys, followed by shockingly cruel treatment upon...

Inner-City Mental Health Services (11/03/2010)
I report tonight on positive changes in inner-city mental health services while repeating my calls for expanded community support and rehabilitation programs, which remain a serious gap. The best insurance...

Sydney Community Foundation (13/03/2010)
I would like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Thank you for inviting me to speak about my Lord Mayoral Salary Trust and the work it has done over the past six years...

Inner-City Air Quality (18/03/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.16 p.m.]: Inner-city residents face a serious problem as they are exposed to high levels of air pollution from traffic congestion and adjacent road tunnel ventilation stacks and portals...

City of Sydney Staff Thank You (19/03/2010)
Good morning, everyone, and welcome back to Town Hall. 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 Councillors...

Ultimo Pyrmont UPtown Festival (27/03/2010)
Thank you, Rev Harry Herbert, and hello, everyone. I would like to thank Uncle Max for his Welcome to Country and I, too, would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Earth Hour 2010 - Under the Stars (27/03/2010)
Thank you and good evening. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Earth Hour is powerful because Earth Hour is a people’s movement...

Lord Mayoral Salary Trust Cheque Presentation (31/03/2010)
Trust Treasurer Gerard Gooden: With today’s presentation, the Lord Mayor will have disbursed almost $830,000 to around 35 charitable projects through her Lord Mayor’s Trust. These projects have covered many areas of need...

Surry Hills Festival (10/04/2010)
Thank you, Sara Lubowitz, chair SH Neighbourhood Centre and hello, 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 the Hon Tanya Plibersek...

National Parks and Wildlife Amendment Bill 2010 (21/04/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.05 p.m.]: The National Parks and Wildlife Amendment Bill 2010 makes a number of changes to the management of reserves and Aboriginal cultural heritage. The bill includes some welcome amendments...

Electricity Price Rises (22/04/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.44 p.m.]: My constituents and New South Wales residents are concerned that they will pay up to 64 per cent more for electricity over the next three years, mainly to fund $16...

Victoria Park Playground Opening (24/04/2010)
Hello, everyone, welcome back to this greatly improved playground. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I hope you enjoyed your coffee and gelato...

Redfern ANZAC Day Ceremony (25/04/2010)
Thank you, Ray, and good morning. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and the many hundreds of Indigenous Australians who served our country...

Under 16s Reception (25/04/2010)
Thank you, Rod. Hello and welcome to you all. On this Anzac Day, I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and to remember the many Indigenous...

Eveleigh North Public Meeting (28/04/2010)
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. I would also like to acknowledge. North Eveleigh...

Glebe Public Housing Forum (29/04/2010)
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to our Public Housing Forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m pleased to see you...

Darlington School Community Garden Launch (6/05/2010)
Thank you, and good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m delighted to be here this morning for the launch of your school garden...

Carers Recognition Bill 2010 (11/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.32 p.m.]: I strongly support the Carers (Recognition) Bill 2010, which recognises in legislation the vital and often challenging work of carers. The bill will improve...

Relationship Register Bill 2010 (11/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [9.50 p.m.]: I strongly support the Relationships Register Bill 2010, unlike the member to whom we just listened politely. I introduced a similar but more extensive Significant...

Biennale Launch (11/05/2010)
Thank you, Liz-Anne Macgregor. Good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge...

Elizabeth Bay Proposed Marina (12/05/2010)
I am absolutely opposed to this latest marina proposal for Elizabeth Bay just as I opposed the previous application for a marina in 2000 and I am absolutely opposed to an increase in the number and size of boats blocking views of Beare Park...

Trees (Disputes Between Neighbours) Bill 2010 (12/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [10.52 a.m.]: The Trees (Disputes Between Neighbours) Amendment Bill 2010 will enable the Land and Environment Court to hear disputes about high hedges on private property that...

Companion Animals Amendment (Outdoor Dining Areas) Bill 2010 (12/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [12.33 p.m.]: I strongly support the Companion Animals Amendment (Outdoor Dining Areas) Bill 2010, which will allow dogs that are with their owner and on a lead to be in outdoor...

Biennale Keynote Address - Hiroshi Sugimoto (13/05/2010)
Thank you, Luca. Good evening, everyone. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to the City’s Angel Place Recital Hall for...

Rocksfest Launch (13/05/2010)
Thank you, Jessie Lenson and hello, everyone. Thank you, Matthew, for your Welcome to Country and I, too, would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Packaging Recycling (13/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.46 p.m.]: My constituents are concerned about the impact that excessive packaging has on the environment. Increasingly, products are being sold in layers and layers of packaging...

Sydney Writers' Festival (18/05/2010)
Thank you, Sandra Yates, and welcome everybody, to the 2010 Sydney Writers’ Festival. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Transport Administration Amendment Bill 2010 (19/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [1.12 p.m.]: I strongly welcome the Transport Administration Amendment Bill, which will provide urgently needed coordination of all transport planning in New South Wales. For years...

National Park Estate (Riverina Red Gum Reservations) Bill 2010 (No. 2) (19/05/2010)
As an environmentalist and as an inner-city representative of a community that cares deeply about the state of our natural environment I strongly support the National Park Estate (Riverina Red Gum Reservation) Bill 2010 (No...

Urban Population Growth (21/05/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [12.04 p.m.]: The 2006 population census recorded 101,577 people living in the Sydney electorate, which has the highest population density in the State. Like most of the country...

Clarence StreetWomen's Cyclery Opening (21/05/2010)
Thank you, John Eussen, 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 all the...

Primo Italiano (23/05/2010)
Thank you, Tony Mazell, and welcome, everyone, to our sixth Primo Italiano, celebrating Italian culture here in the City’s first ‘Little Italy’. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation...

ANZAC Memorial (Building) Amendment Bill 2010 (2/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.39 p.m.]: The Anzac Memorial (Building) Amendment Bill 2010 changes the Anzac memorial trust to strengthen its community education role, create new positions and appoint new trustees...

Sydney Film Festival Opening Night (2/06/2010)
Thank you, Minister Virginia Judge. Good evening, everyone! I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to Unleashed, the 57th Sydney Film Festival...

Liquor Legislation Amendment Bill 2010 (2/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [11.11 a.m.]: I commend the Government for progressing the important work of the former Sydney Liquor Taskforce through its Hassle Free Nights plan with this bill. The Liquor Legislation...

Sydney Film Festival - Gasland (3/06/2010)
Thank you, and hello, everyone. Welcome to this special screening to mark World Environment Day. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Local Government Amendment (General Rate Exemptions) Bill 2010 (3/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [11.03 a.m.]: I support the Local Government Amendment (General Rate Exemptions) Bill, which will allow councils to charge partial rates on property that is partly used for commercial...

Centenial Park and Moore Park Trust Parklands (3/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.20 p.m.]: On behalf of the community I condemn any proposed transfer of Moore Park from the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust to the Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust...

Business Forum (4/06/2010)
WELCOME Hello and welcome. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I particularly welcome the Premier, and thank her for joining...

Residential Tenancies Bill 2010 (8/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.23 p.m.]: I support the Residential Tenancies Bill 2010 on behalf of tenants and owners in my electorate. The 2006 census recorded almost 24,000 rental dwellings in the Sydney electorate—that is, 44 per cent of all homes...

Sydney Homeless Connect Launch (8/06/2010)
Thank you, and good morning, everyone. Welcome to Town Hall. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would like to start by...

National Parks and Wildlife Amendment (Visitors and Tourists) Bill 2010 (9/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [1.20 p.m.]: I oppose the National Parks and Wildlife Amendment (Visitors and Tourists) Bill because it could lead to excessive tourist development and tourist-related commercial...

Rally Opposing Flying Fox Shooting Licences (10/06/2010)
I support your rally today which is calling on the State Government to stop the inhumane and unsustainable shooting of flying foxes under licence and, instead support farmers to protect their fruit crops through netting...

Traffic Congestion and Cycling (10/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.25 p.m.]: Many inner city residents want to cycle and they support new infrastructure to make cycling a safe and easy transport option. As our population grows and increases...

City of Sydney Business Awards Launch (16/06/2010)
Good morning, everyone. Welcome to the launch of our 2010 Sydney Business Awards. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. A warm...

Greening Sydney's Creative Industries - with Justine Simons (16/06/2010)
Hello and welcome to our forum on greening Sydney’s creative industries. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I particularly welcome and thank our guest speaker...

Earth Hour 2010 (17/06/2010)
Thank you, Monica Barone. Hello, everyone, I’m pleased so many of you could make it to this talk. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Australian Institute of Architects - NSW Chapter Awards (18/06/2010)
Thank you, Tone Wheeler MC. 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 David Malouf, the National President; Australian Institute of Architects...

Balfour Street Park Welcoming (19/06/2010)
Good morning, everyone, welcome to the new Balfour Street Park. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to welcome the representatives from Frasers Property...

Modern Women's Anthology (22/06/2010)
Thank you, Wendy Harmer, MC and good morning, everyone, welcome to Customs House. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome...

Save Moore Park Public Meeting (23/06/2010)
Thank you for coming, and good evening. I acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. This meeting has been called in protest about recently revealed...

Adoption Amendment (Same Sex Couples) Bill 2010 (24/06/2010)
Bill introduced on motion by Ms Clover Moore. Agreement in Principle Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [4.17 p.m.]: I move: That this bill be now agreed to in principle. Adoption law should...

Central Sydney Planning Committee (24/06/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.28 p.m.]: Inner city residents are concerned that the recently announced Central Sydney Planning Committee [CSPC] review is not genuine but is part of a plan to abolish the...

Sustainable Sydney 2030 Reporting Day (21/07/2010)
Thank you, and welcome, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. INTRODUCTION Welcome to our second annual report...

Woolloomooloo Festival on Wheels Launch (24/07/2010)
Good Afternoon everyone. Welcome to this celebration of arts, cycling and community in Woolloomooloo. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Firstdraft Woolloomooloo Launch (24/07/2010)
Thank you, Connie Anthes, co-director, and hello, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m delighted to be here today...

NAIDOC Week Morning Tea (27/07/2010)
Good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m pleased you could be here this morning to celebrate another successful NAIDOC Week...

Millers Point Public Housing Sales (29/07/2010)
Hello everybody. 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 thank you for coming to voice your concerns on this important issue...

Access Forum (4/08/2010)
Good morning everyone. Welcome to our second Access Forum for 2010. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Today, I offer a special welcome to Michael Small...

Out L8 Clinic launch (4/08/2010)
Welcome to the launch of this inspiring new initiative. I would like to first acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I congratulate the South Eastern Sydney and Illawarra Area Health Service...

Local Govt Week Awards Evening (4/08/2010)
Good evening everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome Ministers, Colleagues, Mayors and Councillors to this...

Property Council Lunch (6/08/2010)
Good afternoon. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. The looming Federal election makes today’s forum on city leadership timely...

Millers Point Public Tenants Meeting (10/08/2010)
Introductions: Welcome everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I welcome our speakers attending today, who will give...

Surry Hills Public Tenants Meeting (11/08/2010)
Welcome everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Our March meeting was cut short and I am sorry that you did not get to hear the reports from Housing NSW...

Indigenous Arts Fellowship Awards (11/08/2010)
Good evening everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Together with Arts NSW, the City of Sydney is proud to support the NSW Indigenous Arts Fellowship...

Institute of Strata Management (13/08/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for your invitation to be here today. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. SUSTAINABLE SYDNEY 2030 In 2006...

Institue of Strata Management (13/08/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for your invitation to be here today. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m pleased...

Equal Marriage Rights National Day of Action (14/08/2010)
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 Equal Marriage Rights National Day of Action Rally for 2010...

Pets in the City Guide Launch (17/08/2010)
Thank you, Katrina Warren, MC and good morning to everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m delighted to be here...

Inner City Mayors Forum (23/08/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to our forum. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Since our last meeting in March, we have...

Sydney Festival Principal Sponsor Announcement (24/08/2010)
Message from the Lord Mayor, Clover Moore MP Hello, everyone. Welcome. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m pleased you could be here for this announcement...

Small Business September Launch (1/09/2010)
Thank you, David Koch and hello, everyone. Welcome to Town Hall. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge the Hon Frank Terenzini...

Adoption Amendment (Same Sex Couples) Bill 2010 (No. 2) (1/09/2010)
Bill introduced on motion by Ms Clover Moore. Agreement in Principle Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [4.42 p.m.]: I move: That this bill be now agreed to in principle. The Adoption Amendment (Same Sex Couples) Bill 2010 (No...

Dream Home Exhibition Launch (2/09/2010)
Thank you, Vincent Sweeney, ACP board chairman and good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. The City...

Millers Point Public Housing (2/09/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [5.37 p.m.]: The latest decision to sell long-term leases on another 20 Millers Point homes is causing serious anxiety to my constituents in the Millers Point community. I oppose these latest sales...

Adoption Amendment (Same Sex Couples) Bill 2010 (No. 2) (2/09/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [4.09 p.m.]: The amendment aims to prevent the Anti- Discrimination Act from affecting the decision of birth parents giving their children up for adoption who may request that their child not be raised by same-sex couples...

Bike Library Launch (3/09/2010)
Thank you, Seb Crawford, MC and good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I would also like to acknowledge * Sam Iskander...

Australian Association for Hydrogen Energy Launch (6/09/2010)
Thank you, Andrew Dicks, AAHE president. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’d also like to welcome Janice Larson, Director...

Electric Vehicle Launch (7/09/2010)
Good morning, everyone. I’d like to begin by acknowledging the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Today the City is taking delivery of one of Australia’s first electric vehicles...

Hydrogen Energy and Electric Vehicles (7/09/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [1.59 p.m.]: Scientists around the world have warned us of the serious consequences of failing to tackle climate change. However, I believe that if we seize the challenge with energy...

Lamdcare Week Launch (8/09/2010)
Thank you, and good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It is particularly fitting that, at this launch of Landcare Week...

Vogue Fashion Night Out Launch (9/09/2010)
Thank you, Damian Woolnough, Vogue. Hello, everyone – welcome to this fabulous event! I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Adoption Amendment (Same Sex Couples) Bill 2010 (No. 2) (9/09/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [3.30 p.m.]: I move: That Legislative Council amendment No. 1 be agreed to. I stress to the House that we are dealing with amendments to a bill that has passed both this House and the other place...

Wentworth Park Community Games (12/09/2010)
Thank you, Mary Mortimer, MC and hello, everyone. What a great day to be here at Wentworth Park. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

The Paper Mill Launch (14/09/2010)
Thank you MC and good evening, everyone. Welcome to this wonderful new arts space in the heart of the City! I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Highgate elevated Garden Launch (15/09/2010)
Thank you, Tony Wright, Highgate chair and good morning, everyone. It’s good to see so many familiar faces here. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Waterloo Public Housing Meeting (16/09/2010)
Good morning, everyone. I’m pleased to see you here for our fifth Lord Mayor Forum in Waterloo. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Glebe Art Show (17/09/2010)
Thank you, Robin Lawrence. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land.I would also like to acknowledge other Councillors. Supporting...

Deals on Wheels (18/09/2010)
Thank you, Haryana Dhillon, P&C president and hello, everyone! I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. What a great idea this Deals on Wheels day is...

Needle Syringe Program Workers Forum (20/09/2010)
I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Thank you for inviting me to be part of your professional development, and to launch this forum...

Sydney Business Awards Dinner (20/09/2010)
Thank you, David Koch, 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 Gala Business Awards Dinner for 2010...

Constitution Amendment (Recognition of Aboriginal People) Bill 2010 (22/09/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [12.19 p.m.]: I strongly support the Constitution Amendment (Recognition of Aboriginal People) Bill 2010. The bill will amend the State's Constitution to recognise Aboriginal people as the State's first people and nations...

Art and About Sydney Launch (23/09/2010)
Thank you, Gill Minervini MC, and good evening, everyone. Welcome to Art & About Sydney 2010. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Surface Coal Mining Prohibition (Lake MacQuarie) Bill 2009 (23/09/2010)
Debate resumed from 13 November 2009. Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [4.17 p.m.]: I support the Surface Coal Mining Prohibition (Lake Macquarie) Bill 2009, which ensures that surface coalmining does not take place in Lake Macquarie...

Inner City Policing (23/09/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.29 p.m.], by leave: I speak tonight to record my appreciation of the important work of police in my electorate, and to call for more police on the ground to address inner city needs...

Australian Conservation Foundation Transport Forum (23/09/2010)
Thank you, MC. Good afternoon, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I congratulate the ACF and RATA [the Rapid...

Citizenship Reception (24/09/2010)
Good afternoon and welcome to today’s citizenship ceremony in the magnificent Centennial Hall of the Sydney Town Hall. I’d like to first of all acknowledge the Gadi-gal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of the land...

10th Australian Homosexual Histories Conference Reception (24/09/2010)
Thank you MC and good evening, everyone. Welcome to Sydney Town Hall. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. This evening...

Inner East Community Forum (12/10/2010)
Hello, everyone. Welcome to this forum. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land and acknowledge the elders past and present...

Glebe Public Housing Meeting (12/10/2010)
Hello, everyone, welcome to our forum. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land and pay my respects to the elders past and present. This...

National Ride to Work Day Breakfast (13/10/2010)
Thank you, and good morning to you all. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It’s fantastic to see you here this morning for this fourth National Ride to Work Day...

Crown Street School Cheque Handover (14/10/2010)
Thank you, John Croker, Principal and good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. A big thank you to NAB...

Drug Misuse and Trafficking Amendment (Medically Supervised Injecting Centre) Bill 2010 (20/10/2010)
Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [6.12 p.m.]: I congratulate the New South Wales Government on the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Amendment (Medically Supervised Injecting Centre) Bill 2010, which will allow the...

Sydney Architecture Festival (20/10/2010)
Thank you Peter Mould and hello, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and pay respect to elders both past and present...

Mary's Place and Taylor Square Artwork (20/10/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. It’s good to see you all here, especially Mary and her family...

Better Building Partnership CEOs Briefing (22/10/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I’m pleased you could be here today, so that you can...

Australian Lesbian Medical Association Conference (22/10/2010)
Thank you and good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. Welcome to the 12th annual ALMA conference...

Sydney Low Carbon City (25/10/2010)
Thank you and hello, everyone. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. CITIES: THE OPPORTUNITY FOR ACTION Cities cover two per cent of the Earth's surface...

CityTalk: Green Infrastructure Plan (25/10/2010)
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS Thank you, Adam Spencer. Hello, everyone, and welcome to this City Talk. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

City East Community and Cultural Information Session (27/10/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to this update on cultural and community facilities in City East. I’d like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land and...

Westfield Opening (28/10/2010)
* This new Westfield shopping centre is part of central Sydney’s revitalisation as the premier destination for retail and recreation—with Pitt Street Mall as the iconic shopping heart. * More than 600...

Ethel Turner Park (30/10/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to Ethel Turner Park. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I hope you’ve had some fruit juice or gelato...

Sydney Food and Wine Fair (30/10/2010)
Thank you, Adrian Lovney, chair AIDS Trust and hello, everyone. Welcome to the Fair! I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and pay my respects to their elders...

CitySwitch Annual Report (1/11/2010)
Thank you, Desiree. Good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and to acknowledge the Elders, both past and present...

Sydney Peace Prize Lecture (3/11/2010)
Good evening. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land. And I pay my respects to their Elders, both past and present. The City...

Nagoya Dinner (4/11/2010)
Thank you, Clarence Slockee for your Welcome to Country. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and to pay my respect to their elders, both past and present...

Election Funding and Disclosures Amendment Bill 2010 (9/11/2010)
I support the Election Funding and Disclosures Amendment Bill 2010, which will introduce much-needed reform for election funding, and which I hope will improve public confidence and create a fairer political system...

Sydney Festival Launch (9/11/2010)
Good evening, everyone. Welcome to Town Hall and to our launch of the 2011 Sydney Festival. Thank you Ricki Lyons and Uncle Max for your Welcome to Country. I, too, would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation...

Barangaroo Public Meeting (10/11/2010)
INTRODUCTION Good evening, everyone, and welcome to this forum on Barangaroo. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and pay respect to their elders both past and present...

Surrogacy Bill 2010 (10/11/2010)
I support the comments of and the sentiments expressed by the member for Orange. I support the Surrogacy Bill 2010, which will provide a framework for people who make surrogacy arrangements so it is easier...

CITY TALK – JANETTE SADIK-KHAN (11/11/2010)
INTRODUCTION Thank you, Simon Marnie, MC and good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Janette Sadik-Khan – State Government Briefing (12/11/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome. I’m pleased you could be here for this briefing. When we managed to have Janette come to Sydney in person – she spoke at last year’s City Talk via video-link – we wanted...

Janette Sadik-Khan Press Conference (12/11/2010)
Hello, everyone, welcome. I hope some of you were at last night’s fantastic City Talk where Janette Sadik-Khan outlined some of her work in New York and explained how improvements to city streets can benefit the city as a whole...

Alumni Award - Sancta Sophia Dinner (12/11/2010)
Thank you, Dr Marie Leech, Principal. Good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

University of Sydney Alumni Award (12/11/2010)
Thank you, Dr Spence. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present. I would also like to acknowledge Her Excellency...

Janette Sadik-Khan (13/11/2010)
Good evening, everyone, and welcome. This week we’ve had the privilege of hearing Janette Sadik-Khan address a City Talk about the changes she has been able to achieve in New York City since her appointment...

Woollahra Festival Great Debate Launch (13/11/2010)
Good evening, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present. Welcome to the Great Debate...

Millers Point Public Tenants Meeting (16/11/2010)
Introductions Welcome everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of this land. I welcome our speakers attending today, who will give...

Retail Advisory Panel Inaugural Meeting (16/11/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Business Forum with Barry O'Farrell (17/11/2010)
INTRODUCTION Hello, everyone, welcome to our forum. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

CBD Community Forum (17/11/2010)
Hello, everyone, welcome to our forum for the CBD. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Christmas Media Launch (18/11/2010)
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 have a lively and colourful line-up of events and decorations for Christmas 2010...

Public Art Forum (18/11/2010)
Thank you, Nell Scholfield and good afternoon, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Christmas on the Green (18/11/2010)
Hello, everyone – welcome to Christmas on the Green! I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Martin Place Concert and Tree Lighting (18/11/2010)
Welcome to our Martin Place Children’s Concert and tree lighting. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadgial people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Stakeholders Christmas Function (19/11/2010)
Thank you MC, and welcome, everybody. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Glebe Street Fair (21/11/2010)
Thank you, Juliet Scrine, MC, and hello, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Crime and Mental Health Law in NSW Launch (22/11/2010)
Thank you, and good evening, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Whitehouse Institue of Design Launch (22/11/2010)
Thank you, Ian Tudor, CEO and good afternoon, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Local Government Amendment (Environmental Upgrade Agreements) Bill 2010 (23/11/2010)
I strongly support the Local Government Amendment (Environmental Upgrade Agreements) Bill 2010, which will allow councils to enter into voluntary environmental upgrade agreements with building owners and...

National Park Estate (South-Western Cypress Reservations) Bill 2010 (23/11/2010)
I strongly support the National Park Estate (South-Western Cypress Reservations) Bill 2010, which transfers 46,000 hectares of State forests to national park and approximately 8,500 hectares of Crown land to community conservation area...

Boarding House Accommodation (25/11/2010)
One of my first experiences as a new member of Parliament in 1988 was trying to help a group of boarding house residents being evicted onto the street in Kings Cross on a Friday night with no money and no options...

Positive Pedaller Day (30/11/2010)
Thank you, Nell Schofield, MC. Good morning, everyone, and welcome. I hope you enjoyed your ride. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Green Square Town Centre LEP (30/11/2010)
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. Tonight we are bringing you up-to-date on a planning...

Jan Gehl Book Launch (30/11/2010)
Hello, everyone, and welcome to this book-launch. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Education Amendment (Ethics) Bill 2010 (30/11/2010)
Despite being a small, sensible and real advancement in education, the Education Amendment (Ethics) Bill 2010 is indicative of why it is so difficult to get action on our major challenges, such as climate change...

Alcohol-related Violence and Licensed Premises Operations (3/12/2010)
I support a Sydney that has an exciting and vibrant night-time culture that provides diverse options including small bars, late night eateries, outdoor dining, wine bars and evening events and other opportunities...

The Hyde Opening (3/12/2010)
Thank you, Barry Manning, Stockland. Hello, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Strata Legislation Amendment Bill 2010 (3/12/2010)
Bill introduced on motion by Ms Clover Moore. Agreement in Principle Ms CLOVER MOORE (Sydney) [10.07 a.m.]: I move: That this bill be now read a second time. Most homes in the...

Alexandria Christmas Concert (4/12/2010)
Hello, everyone, welcome to our Alexandria Christmas Concert. I hope you’re enjoying the fantastic entertainment. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Eddy Ward Park Christmas Concert (5/12/2010)
Hello, everyone, welcome to our Christmas Concert. I hope you’re enjoying the fantastic entertainment. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

Asylum Seekers Centre Garden Project (6/12/2010)
Good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present. I...

Councillors and Executive Christmas Dinner (6/12/2010)
Hello, everyone. Welcome to our Christmas dinner. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

AILA Awards (9/12/2010)
Thank you, Sacha. I am honoured, and thank you for your generous words. The number of City projects entered in your awards this year reflects a number of things – not least the calibre of the landscape architects who have worked with us...

UNESCO City of Film Announcement (9/12/2010)
Thank you, Rod Kirkman, MC and good morning, everyone. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

Green Square Library & Customer Service Centre Launch (9/12/2010)
Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to your new library and customer service centre. I would like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land...

KGV Mural Launch and Christmas Party (10/12/2010)
Thank you, Colin Huxley and hello, everyone. I’d like firstly to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

New Year's Eve (31/12/2010)
Hello, everyone. You all look as though you’re having a wonderful time! I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

New Year's Eve (31/12/2010)
Hello, everyone. Welcome to 2010 Sydney New Year’s Eve. I acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, the traditional custodians of this land, and I pay my respects to the Elders, both past and present...

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