Media Releases
Inquiry finds catastrophic impact on species, waterways and ecosystems from feral horses
October 13, 2023
The Senate Environment and Communications References Committee has this afternoon tabled the report from its eight-month long inquiry into the impacts and management of feral horses in the Australian Alps.
Read MoreLearning from Newcastle's Renewable Energy Renaissance
October 06, 2023
ACT Independent Senator David Pocock will visit Newcastle on Monday 9 October to see firsthand some of the critical work that’s driving Australia’s transition to renewable energy before speaking at a Town Hall meeting...
Read MoreEnduring Cost-of-Living Savings Through Tax Breaks for Electrification
October 04, 2023
ACT Independent Senator David Pocock has today joined crossbench colleagues in calling on the Albanese Government to introduce two tax changes that would accelerate the electrification of rental properties across Australia.
Read MoreBringing Forward Worker Safety Measures
October 03, 2023
Crossbench Senators Jacqui Lambie and David Pocock are today releasing four private senators’ bills for consultation as they seek to bring forward consideration of urgent worker safety measures from the Government’s Fair Work Legislation...
Read MoreCautious Welcome For Children's Marketing Reforms
September 28, 2023
Independent ACT Senator David Pocock has cautiously welcomed the reforms announced today to better protect the privacy of children and young Australians.
Read MoreTime to end the attacks on Territory Rights
September 14, 2023
In response to the Coalition today introducing a second bill in less than three months seeking to violate the ACT’s right to self-government, independent Senator David Pocock said the attacks on territory rights from...
Read MoreMiddle Arm inquiry huge win for communities
September 06, 2023
ACT Independent Senator David Pocock has welcomed the establishment today of a Senate inquiry into the Middle Arm precinct, given its potential to significantly impact the health of Territorians and all Australians.
Read MoreSevere health risks from oil and gas developments: New report
September 04, 2023
New oil and gas developments bring significant risks for the health and wellbeing of communities, according to a new report from The University of Sydney that has been welcomed by Independent ACT Senator David...
Read MoreSenate Inquiry recommends lowering admin burden for Small Business
August 31, 2023
ACT Independent Senator David Pocock has welcomed the findings tabled today of the Senate Education and Employment References Committee inquiry into the potential impacts of the Commonwealth Paid Parental Leave (PPL) scheme on small...
Read MorePrioritising our future: Prime Agricultural land not fossil fuels
August 23, 2023
With major reforms to Australia’s environmental laws set to come before the federal parliament next year, ACT Independent Senator David Pocock is this week going on a listening tour at the invitation of local...
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