Speeches

HON ALISON XAMON (North Metropolitan) [9.54 pm]: I rise because I want to talk about an issue that I am feeling pretty angry about at the moment. I have been talking about the need for improved laws around issues of worker safety since I first entered Parliament 10 years ago. It is an issue that is very close to my heart. I first became very passionate about this after years of working in the union movement and having to work with people grieving the loss of loved ones who had died at work or people who had been terribly injured at work.

HON ALISON XAMON (North Metropolitan) [5.23 pm]: Last night, after Parliament rose, I had the opportunity to attend the West Australian Music Industry Awards, and it was a wonderful opportunity. For people who may not be aware, WA Music is supported by the state government through the Department of Culture and the Arts. It is also assisted by the federal government through the Australia Council as the federal arts funding body. I have been to the WAMAwards several times over the years and I really enjoy being able to attend them.