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PARLIAMENT OF NEW SOUTH WALES
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
2002
THIRD SESSION OF THE FIFTY-SECOND PARLIAMENT
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VOTES
AND
PROCEEDINGS
No. 43
WEDNESDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 2002
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AUDITOR-GENERAL
The Speaker, pursuant to section 38E of the Public Finance and Audit Act 1983, tabled the
Performance Audit Report of the Audit Office entitled “e-government: electronic procurement
of hospital supplies”, dated September 2002.
Ordered to be printed.
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LAND AND ENVIRONMENT COURT AMENDMENT BILL
The Order of the Day was read, the Speaker left the Chair and the House resolved itself into a
Committee of the Whole for the consideration of the amendments made by the Legislative
Council in the bill.
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The Speaker resumed the Chair and the Deputy Speaker reported that the Committee had agreed
to the Council amendments.
Report adopted.
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RURAL LANDS PROTECTION AMENDMENT BILL
Mr Amery moved, pursuant to notice, That leave be given to bring in a bill for an Act to amend
the Rural Lands Protection Act 1998 to make provision for dealing with urgent matters arising
in between annual State Conferences; to simplify the procedures for the election or appointment
of directors of rural lands protection boards; and for other purposes.
Question put and passed.
Bill presented and read a first time.
Mr Amery moved, That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate adjourned (Mr R.H.L. Smith) and the resumption of the debate made an Order of the
Day for a future day.
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SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERS—INTRODUCTION OF
BILL
Mr Whelan moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to permit the introduction
forthwith and progress up to and including the Minister’s second reading speech of the City of
Sydney Amendment (Electoral Rolls) Bill.
Question put and passed.
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CITY OF SYDNEY AMENDMENT (ELECTORAL ROLLS) BILL
Mr Woods moved, That leave be given to bring in a bill for an Act to amend the City of Sydney
Act 1988 and the Local Government Act 1993 to make further provision for electoral rolls in
connection with elections for the Council of the City of Sydney; and for other purposes.
Question put and passed.
Bill presented and read a first time.
Mr Woods moved, That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate adjourned (Mr R.H.L. Smith) and the resumption of the debate made an Order of the
Day for a future day.
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FOOD BILL
The Order of the Day was read for the resumption of the adjourned debate, on the motion of Mr
Knowles, That this bill be now read a second time.
Question again proposed and debate resumed.
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Question put and passed.
Bill read a second time.
Leave granted for the third reading forthwith.
Bill, on motion of Ms Nori, on behalf of Mr Knowles, read a third time.
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SURVEYING BILL
The Order of the Day was read for the resumption of the adjourned debate, on the motion of Mr
Yeadon, That this bill be now read a second time.
Question again proposed and debate resumed.
Mr Hickey moved, That this debate be now adjourned.
Question put and passed.
Ordered, That the resumption of the debate stand an Order of the Day for a later hour.
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SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERSPRIVATE MEMBERS’
STATEMENTS
Mr Whelan moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to provide for up to 11
private members’ statements forthwith.
Question put and passed.
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PRIVATE MEMBERS’ STATEMENTS
Question proposedThat private members’ statements be noted.
Debate ensued.
Question put and passed.
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SURVEYING BILL
The Order of the Day was read for the resumption of the adjourned debate, on the motion of Mr
Yeadon, That this bill be now read a second time.
Question again proposed and debate resumed.
Question put and passed.
Bill read a second time.
Leave granted for the third reading forthwith.
Bill, on motion of Mr Debus, on behalf of Mr Yeadon, read a third time.
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MINISTERIAL STATEMENTTOTAL FIRE BAN
Mr Debus made a statement concerning the Rural Fire Service declaration of a total fire ban
over an extensive area of the State.
Mr Stoner also addressed the House.
12
MINISTERIAL STATEMENTSOLAR IN SCHOOLS PROGRAM
Mr Yeadon made a statement concerning the Solar in Schools program.
Mr Humpherson also addressed the House.
13
MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWARRINGAH COUNCIL
Mr Woods made a statement updating the House on the Department of Local Government’s
investigation into Warringah Council.
14
MINISTERIAL STATEMENTSUGAR INDUSTRY ASSISTANCE
Mr Amery made a statement concerning support to the sugar industry in New South Wales.
Mr Armstrong also addressed the House.
15
MINISTERIAL STATEMENTWOMEN’S HUMAN RIGHTS IN NIGERIA
Ms Nori made a statement concerning the issue of women’s human rights in Nigeria and the
case of Amina Lawal.
Mrs Chikarovski also addressed the House.
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DISTINGUISHED VISITORS
The Speaker drew the attention of the House to the presence in the Gallery of members of the
Public Accounts Committee from Perak State, Malaysia.
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NOTICES OF MOTIONS
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PETITIONS
The Clerk announced that the following members had each lodged petitions for presentation:
Mr Barrfrom certain citizens opposing the installation of telecommunication towers in
residential streets.
Mr Hazzardfrom certain citizens opposing the construction of telecommunication antennas on
sports light poles at Allambie Heights Oval.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting legislative change to reduce the potential for
development related corruption by local councils.
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Mr Barrfrom certain citizens requesting an immediate wage increase for nurses.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting funding to increase and maintain mental health
services and support.
Mr Webbfrom certain citizens requesting that Queanbeyan District Hospital be upgraded.
Mr Stonerfrom certain citizens requesting the retention of existing exemptions applying to
religious bodies in the Anti-Discrimination Act.
Mr Collinsfrom certain citizens requesting the installation of pedestrian traffic signals on
Miller Street, Cammeray.
Mr Tinkfrom certain citizens requesting additional commuter parking at railway stations
situated within the Shire of Hornsby.
Mr Fraser, Mr George and Mr D.L. Pagefrom certain citizens requesting that the exhibition
period of the Draft Richmond Regional Vegetation Management Plan be extended by three
months.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting the burial of overhead cabling in New South
Wales.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting the protection of old growth forests.
Mrs Chikarovskifrom certain citizens opposing the closure of Hunters Hill High School.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens opposing the use of wild animals in circuses.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens opposing the rezoning of the White City Site.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting the State Government and local councils meet
commitments under the Companion Animals Act.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting further State Government action on graffiti
vandalism.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting funding to help homeless people.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting increased police resources for the Surry Hills Local
Area Command.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting increased police resources for the Rose Bay Local
Area Command.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting increased police resources and accommodation for
the Redfern Local Area Command.
Ms Moorefrom certain citizens requesting increased police resources for the Kings Cross
Local Area Command.
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PLACING OR DISPOSAL OF BUSINESSCALLOVER OF GENERAL BUSINESS
(1) General Business Notices of Motions (for Bills):
No. 1
Mona Vale Road Bushland Corridor Preservation Bill, postponed (Mr Humpherson)
No. 2
Local Government Amendment (Independent Valuation) Bill, postponed (Mr Barr)
No. 7
Government Publicity Control Bill, postponed (Mr O’Farrell)
No. 8
Save Manly Hospital Site Bill, postponed (Mr Humpherson)
(2) General Business Orders of the Day (for Bills):
No. 2
Police Integrity Commission Amendment (Access to Documents) Bill, postponed (Mr
Tink)
No. 3
Community Services (Complaints, Reviews
(Application) Bill, postponed (Mr Hazzard)
No. 8
Communications Interception Legislation Amendment (Ombudsman Oversight) Bill,
postponed (Mr Tink)
No. 12
Save Erskineville Public School Bill, postponed (Mr O’Farrell)
and
Monitoring)
Amendment
(3) General Business Notices of Motions (General Notices):
No. 1
Spike Milligan, postponed (Mr Hartcher)
No. 2
Hospital waiting lists, postponed (Mrs Skinner)
No. 5
Death of John Newman, postponed (Mrs Chikarovski)
No. 6
Petrol bomb attacks on women and girls, postponed (Mr Hartcher)
No. 8
Danielle Evans, postponed (Mrs Skinner)
No. 10
Regional airlines, postponed (Mr Slack-Smith)
No. 14
Shoalhaven Hospital, postponed (Mrs Skinner)
No. 15
Local Government Boundaries Commission report, postponed (Mr Hartcher)
No. 19
Summit on Rural Doctor Shortage, postponed (Mr Cull)
No. 102 Gaming machine entitlements in leasehold hotels, withdrawn (Mr Souris).
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RE-ORDERING OF GENERAL BUSINESS
(1)
Mr Barr moved, That General Business Order of the Day (for Bills) No. 11
(Environmental Planning and Assessment Amendment (Illegal Backpacker
Accommodation) Bill) have precedence on Thursday 26 September 2002.
Debate ensued.
Question put.
The House divided.
AYES 51
Ms Allan, Mr Amery, Ms Andrews, Mr Aquilina, Mr Ashton, Mr Barr, Mr Bartlett, Ms Beamer,
Mr Black, Miss Burton, Mr Campbell, Mr Carr, Mr Collier, Mr Crittenden, Mr Debus, Mr Face,
Mr Gaudry, Mr Gibson, Mr Greene, Mrs Grusovin, Mr Hickey, Mr Hunter, Mr Iemma, Mr
Knowles, Mrs Lo Po', Mr Lynch, Mr Markham, Mr Martin, Mr McBride, Mr McManus, Ms
Meagher, Ms Megarrity, Mr Mills, Mr Moss, Mr Newell, Ms Nori, Mr E.T. Page, Mrs Perry,
Mr Price, Dr Refshauge, Ms Saliba, Mr W.D. Smith, Mr Stewart, Mr Tripodi, Mr Watkins, Mr
West, Mr Whelan, Mr Woods and Mr Yeadon.
Tellers: Mr Anderson and Mr Thompson.
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Mr Armstrong, Mr Brogden, Mrs Chikarovski, Mr Collins, Mr Cull, Mr Debnam, Mr George,
Mr Hartcher, Mr Hazzard, Ms Hodgkinson, Mrs Hopwood, Mr Humpherson, Dr Kernohan, Mr
Kerr, Mr Maguire, Mr McGrane, Mr Merton, Ms Moore, Mr O'Farrell, Mr Oakeshott, Mr
Piccoli, Mr Richardson, Mr Rozzoli, Ms Seaton, Mrs Skinner, Mr Slack-Smith, Mr Souris, Mr
Stoner, Mr Tink, Mr Torbay, Mr J.H. Turner, Mr R.W. Turner and Mr Webb.
Tellers: Mr Fraser and Mr R.H.L. Smith.
Pairs: Ms Harrison—Mr Glachan and Mr Scully—Mr D.L. Page.
Question passed.
(2)
Mr Brogden moved, That the General Business Notice of Motion (General Notice) given
by him this day (Self-funded retirees’ benefits) have precedence on Thursday 26
September 2002.
Question put.
The House divided.
AYES 36
Mr Armstrong, Mr Barr, Mr Brogden, Mrs Chikarovski, Mr Collins, Mr Cull, Mr Debnam, Mr
George, Mr Hartcher, Ms Hodgkinson, Mrs Hopwood, Mr Humpherson, Dr Kernohan, Mr Kerr,
Mr Maguire, Mr McGrane, Mr Merton, Ms Moore, Mr O'Farrell, Mr Oakeshott, Mr D.L. Page,
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Mr Piccoli, Mr Richardson, Mr Rozzoli, Ms Seaton, Mrs Skinner, Mr Slack-Smith, Mr Souris,
Mr Stoner, Mr Tink, Mr Torbay, Mr J.H. Turner, Mr R.W. Turner and Mr Webb.
Tellers: Mr Fraser and Mr R.H.L. Smith.
NOES 50
Ms Allan, Mr Amery, Ms Andrews, Mr Aquilina, Mr Ashton, Mr Bartlett, Ms Beamer, Mr
Black, Miss Burton, Mr Campbell, Mr Carr, Mr Collier, Mr Crittenden, Mr Debus, Mr Face, Mr
Gaudry, Mr Gibson, Mr Greene, Mrs Grusovin, Mr Hickey, Mr Hunter, Mr Iemma, Mr
Knowles, Mrs Lo Po', Mr Lynch, Mr Markham, Mr Martin, Mr McBride, Mr McManus, Ms
Meagher, Ms Megarrity, Mr Mills, Mr Moss, Mr Newell, Ms Nori, Mr E.T. Page, Mrs Perry,
Mr Price, Dr Refshauge, Ms Saliba, Mr W.D. Smith, Mr Stewart, Mr Tripodi, Mr Watkins, Mr
West, Mr Whelan, Mr Woods and Mr Yeadon.
Tellers: Mr Anderson and Mr Thompson.
Pairs: Mr Glachan—Ms Harrison and Mr Hazzard—Mr Scully.
Question negatived.
(3)
Ms Moore moved, That the General Business Notice of Motion (General Notice) given
by her this day (Underground Cabling) have precedence on Thursday 26 September 2002.
Question put and passed.
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NOTICES OF MOTIONS FOR URGENT CONSIDERATION
Mr WatkinsRural and regional universities.
Mr TinkPolice Integrity Commission’s Report on Operation Malta.
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QUESTIONS
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SUPPLEMENTARY ANSWER
Mr Aquilina, by leave, provided supplementary information to a question without notice asked
yesterday regarding home warranty insurance.
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PERSONAL EXPLANATIONS
(1)
Mr Hazzard, by leave, made a personal explanation regarding remarks made by the
Premier in Question Time.
(2)
Mr Souris, by leave, made a personal explanation regarding remarks made by the
Premier.
MOTIONS FOR URGENT CONSIDERATION
(1)
Mr Watkins made a statement in support of his notice for urgent consideration.
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(2)
Mr Tink made a statement in support of his notice for urgent consideration
That this House:
(1)
Notes that the Police Integrity Commission’s Report on Operation Malta is yet to be
finalised;
(2)
Notes that Commissioner Urquhart’s extended term has now expired; and
(3)
Supports legislation to extend Commissioner Urquhart’s tenure for the period necessary
to complete his report.
QuestionThat the notice for urgent consideration of the Member for Ryde (Mr Watkins) be
proceeded withput
The House divided.
AYES 46
Ms Allan, Mr Amery, Ms Andrews, Mr Ashton, Mr Bartlett, Ms Beamer, Mr Black, Miss
Burton, Mr Campbell, Mr Collier, Mr Crittenden, Mr Debus, Mr Face, Mr Gaudry, Mr Gibson,
Mr Greene, Mr Hickey, Mr Hunter, Mr Iemma, Mrs Lo Po', Mr Markham, Mr Martin, Mr
McGrane, Mr McManus, Ms Meagher, Ms Megarrity, Mr Mills, Mr Moss, Mr Newell, Ms Nori,
Mr Oakeshott, Mrs Perry, Mr Price, Dr Refshauge, Ms Saliba, Mr W. D. Smith, Mr Stewart, Mr
Torbay, Mr Tripodi, Mr Watkins, Mr West, Mr Whelan, Mr Woods and Mr Yeadon.
Tellers: Mr Anderson and Mr Thompson.
NOES 33
Mr Armstrong, Mr Barr, Mrs Chikarovski, Mr Collins, Mr Cull, Mr Debnam, Mr George, Mr
Hartcher, Mr Hazzard, Ms Hodgkinson, Mrs Hopwood, Mr Humpherson, Dr Kernohan, Mr
Kerr, Mr Maguire, Mr Merton, Ms Moore, Mr O'Farrell, Mr D.L. Page, Mr Piccoli, Mr
Richardson, Mr Rozzoli, Ms Seaton, Mrs Skinner, Mr Slack-Smith, Mr Souris, Mr Stoner, Mr
Tink, Mr J.H. Turner, Mr R.W. Turner and Mr Webb.
Tellers: Mr Fraser and Mr R.H.L. Smith.
Pairs: Ms Harrison—Mr Brogden and Mr Scully—Mr Glachan.
Question passed.
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SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERS—MOTION FOR URGENT
CONSIDERATION
Mr Whelan moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to allow an additional
four speakers for five minutes each to the motion for urgent consideration.
Question put and passed.
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MOTION FOR
UNIVERSITIES
URGENT
CONSIDERATIONRURAL
AND
REGIONAL
Mr Watkins moved, pursuant to notice, That this House:
(1)
Condemns the Federal Government’s proposals to downgrade rural and regional
universities;
(2)
Expresses concern about their potential impact on rural and regional communities across
New South Wales; and
(3)
Calls on the Federal Government to adequately fund the higher education sector rather
than increase the financial burden on students, universities or State Governments.
Upon which Mr O’Farrell moved, That the motion be amended as follows:
(1)
Paragraph (1). Leave out the words “Federal” and “rural and regional universities” with a
view to inserting instead “State” and “inner city schools”.
(2)
Paragraph (2). Leave out the words “rural and regional” and “across” with a view to
inserting instead “inner city” and “in”.
(3)
Paragraph (3). Leave out the words “Federal”, “higher” and all words after “sector” with
a view to inserting instead “State” and “public”.
Question proposedThat the words proposed to be left out stand.
Debate ensued.
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SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERS
Mr Gaudry moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to postpone the taking of
private members’ statements until after the consideration of the motion for urgent consideration
and the matter of public importance.
Question put and passed.
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Debate continued.
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SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERS
Mr Whelan moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to permit an additional
five speakers for five minutes each to the motion for urgent consideration.
Question put and passed.
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Debate continued.
Mr Oakeshott moved, That the question be now put.
Question put and passed.
QuestionThat the words proposed to be left out standput and passed.
Mr Oakeshott then moved, That the motion be amended by the addition of the following
paragraphs:
(4)
Calls on the State Minister and the State Education Department to do all in their power to
facilitate the delivery of a university presence in Port Macquarie as a matter of urgency;
and
(5)
Calls on the Federal Minister and the Federal Education Department to fund the delivery
of 30 full-time student places for a Port Macquarie University presence as a matter of
urgency.
Question proposedThat the amendment be agreed to.
Debate ensued.
QuestionThat the amendment be agreed toput and passed.
QuestionThat the motion, as amended, be agreed toput and passed.
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PRIVATE MEMBERS' STATEMENTS
Question proposedThat private members’ statements be noted.
Debate ensued.
Question put and passed.
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MESSAGES FROM THE GOVERNOR
Mr Lynch, Acting Speaker, reported messages from Her Excellency the Governor assenting to
the following bills:
25 September 2002
Act No. 71
Act No. 72
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Health Records and Information Privacy Bill
Road Transport Legislation Amendment (Interlock Devices) Bill.
SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERS—MATTER OF PUBLIC
IMPORTANCE
Mr Whelan moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to postpone the
consideration of the matter for public importance standing in the name of the member for Myall
Lakes (Grafton Bridge) until 12.45 pm on Thursday 26 September 2002.
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Question put and passed.
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PARLIAMENTARY ELECTORATES AND ELECTIONS AMENDMENT (PARTY
REGISTRATION) BILL
Mr Whelan, on behalf of Mr Carr, moved, pursuant to notice, That leave be given to bring in a
bill for an Act to amend the Parliamentary Electorates and Elections Act 1912 in relation to the
registration of political parties.
Question put and passed.
Bill presented and read a first time.
Mr Whelan moved, That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate adjourned (Mr R.H.L. Smith) and the resumption of the debate made an Order of the
Day for a future day.
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FAIR TRADING AMENDMENT (EMPLOYMENT PLACEMENT SERVICES) BILL
The Order of the Day was read for the resumption of the adjourned debate, on the motion of Mr
Aquilina, That this bill be now read a second time.
Question again proposed and debate resumed.
Question put and passed.
Bill read a second time.
Leave granted for the third reading forthwith.
Bill, on motion of Mr Aquilina, read a third time.
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HOLIDAY PARKS (LONG-TERM CASUAL OCCUPATION) BILL
The Order of the Day was read for the resumption of the adjourned debate, on the motion of Mr
Aquilina, That this bill be now read a second time.
Question again proposed and debate resumed.
Question put and passed.
Bill read a second time.
Leave granted for the third reading forthwith.
Bill, on motion of Mr Aquilina, read a third time.
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TOTALIZATOR AGENCY BOARD PRIVATISATION AMENDMENT BILL
The Order of the Day was read for the resumption of the adjourned debate, on the motion of Mr
Face, That this bill be now read a second time.
Question again proposed and debate resumed.
Question put and passed.
Bill read a second time.
Leave granted for the third reading forthwith.
Bill, on motion of Mr Face, read a third time.
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DRUG COURT AMENDMENT BILL
Mr Debus moved, pursuant to notice, That leave be given to bring in a bill for an Act to amend
the Drug Court Act 1998 to make further provision with respect to participation in drug
programs, the termination of drug programs, sentencing and the accommodation of participants;
and for other purposes.
Question put and passed.
Bill presented and read a first time.
Mr Debus moved, That this bill be now read a second time.
Debate adjourned (Mr D.L. Page) and the resumption of the debate made an Order of the Day
for a future day.
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THREATENED SPECIES CONSERVATION AMENDMENT BILL
The Order of the Day was read, Mr Lynch, Acting Speaker, left the Chair and the House
resolved itself into a Committee of the Whole for the consideration of the amendments made by
the Legislative Council in the bill.
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SUSPENSION OF STANDING AND SESSIONAL ORDERS
Mr Whelan moved, That Standing and Sessional Orders be suspended to vary the resolution of
the House on Days and Hours of Sitting to permit the House to sit beyond 10.30 pm at this
sitting.
Question put and passed.

The Deputy Speaker resumed the Chair and the Chairman reported that the Committee had
agreed to the Council amendments.
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Mr Debus moved, That the report be now adopted.
Question put.
The House divided.
AYES 46
Ms Allan, Mr Amery, Ms Andrews, Mr Aquilina, Mr Ashton, Mr Barr, Mr Bartlett, Ms Beamer,
Miss Burton, Mr Campbell, Mr Collier, Mr Crittenden, Mr Debus, Mr Face, Mr Gaudry, Mr
Gibson, Mr Greene, Mr Hunter, Mr Iemma, Mr Knowles, Mrs Lo Po', Mr Lynch, Mr Martin,
Mr McBride, Mr McManus, Ms Meagher, Ms Megarrity, Mr Mills, Mr Moss, Mr Newell, Ms
Nori, Mr Orkopoulos, Mr E.T. Page, Mrs Perry, Dr Refshauge, Ms Saliba, Mr W.D. Smith, Mr
Stewart, Mr Tripodi, Mr Watkins, Mr West, Mr Whelan, Mr Woods and Mr Yeadon.
Tellers: Mr Anderson and Mr Thompson.
NOES 31
Mr Armstrong, Mrs Chikarovski, Mr Cull, Mr George, Mr Glachan, Mr Hartcher, Mr Hazzard,
Ms Hodgkinson, Mrs Hopwood, Dr Kernohan, Mr Kerr, Mr Maguire, Mr McGrane, Mr Merton,
Mr O'Farrell, Mr Oakeshott, Mr D.L. Page, Mr Piccoli, Mr Richardson, Mr Rozzoli, Mrs
Skinner, Mr Slack-Smith, Mr Souris, Mr Stoner, Mr Tink, Mr Torbay, Mr J.H. Turner, Mr R.W.
Turner and Mr Webb.
Tellers: Mr Fraser and Mr R.H.L. Smith.
Pairs: Ms Harrison—Mr Brogden and Mr Scully—Mr Humpherson.
Question passed.
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MESSAGES FROM THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL
(1) The Deputy Speaker reported a message from the Legislative Council dated 25
September 2002, returning the Legislation Review Amendment Bill, without amendment.
(2)
The Deputy Speaker also reported the following message from the Legislative Council:
MR SPEAKER
The Legislative Council has this day agreed to the “Crimes (Administration of Sentences)
Further Amendment Bill” with the amendment indicated by the accompanying schedule, in
which amendment the Council requests the concurrence of the Legislative Assembly.
Legislative Council
25 September 2002
MEREDITH BURGMANN
President
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CRIMES (ADMINISTRATION OF SENTENCES) FURTHER AMENDMENT BILL
Schedule of the amendment referred to in Message of 25 September 2002.
JOHN EVANS
Clerk of the Parliaments
Page 21, Schedule 1 [18], proposed section 267. Insert after line 25:
(5)
If the Commissioner refuses to approve an application, the
Commissioner must give the applicant reasons in writing for the refusal.
Examined
TONY KELLY
Chairman of Committees
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Ordered by the Deputy Speaker, That the amendment made by the Legislative Council in the
bill be taken into consideration tomorrow.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mr Whelan moved, That this House do now adjourn.
Question put and passed.
The House adjourned accordingly at 11.42 pm, until tomorrow, at 10.00 am.
RUSSELL D. GROVE PSM
Clerk of the Legislative Assembly
JOHN MURRAY
Speaker
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Authorised by the Parliament of New South Wales