Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2022

As shadow minister, announced the LNP will support the bill. Criticised the government's overall housing record but endorsed the Homes for Homes model and retirement village transparency measures.

“That is my contribution to the Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2022, which the LNP will be supporting.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

As the sponsoring Minister, moved the second reading and outlined the bill's two key reforms: enabling the Homes for Homes charitable donation model to operate in Queensland, and improving financial transparency and accountability in retirement villages.

“The Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2022 supports the Palaszczuk government's commitment to ensure vulnerable Queenslanders have access to safe and secure housing.”— 2023-03-16View Hansard

As committee chair, strongly supported the bill enabling Homes for Homes and retirement village financial reporting reforms.

“I am pleased to speak in favour of the Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2022.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill's aims for housing supply and retirement village transparency, while criticising it as not a 'silver bullet' for the housing crisis.

“This bill is not a silver bullet for the housing crisis. We need to do a lot more.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill as helping meet the Queensland Housing Strategy objectives through Homes for Homes and retirement village protections.

“The committee made nine recommendations and recommended that the Housing Legislation Amendment Bill be passed.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Spoke in support of the bill, praising the Homes for Homes program and the Big Issue's work in social and affordable housing.

“I rise to speak in support of the Palaszczuk government's Housing Legislation Amendment Bill.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Expressed support for the bill while criticising the government's broader housing record, particularly on North Stradbroke Island.

“In conclusion, we do not oppose the bill, but this government needs to be judged on its record, not only on what it announces.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Defended the government's housing investments and praised the bill's contribution to social housing solutions.

“It is this side of the House that is coming up with solutions, be it this bill, the investment we are making in social housing or the planning instruments.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Acknowledged the Homes for Homes model and retirement village reforms but expressed concern the bill won't meaningfully address housing affordability and availability.

“There is nothing wrong with what is being proposed. My concern is that it is just platitudes and words and it is not going to solve the crisis in the affordability and availability of housing in this state.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill as part of addressing housing demands and providing greater security for retirement village residents.

“Housing is a human right.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported both the Homes for Homes scheme and retirement village transparency amendments, noting they may have unintended consequences.

“We support this bill.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill as part of the government's housing strategy, praising the Homes for Homes initiative and retirement village transparency measures.

“I commend the bill to the House.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the Homes for Homes program while expressing concerns about cost-of-living pressures limiting voluntary donations and potential costs for retirement village operators.

“As we heard from the shadow minister, the member for Everton, the opposition will not oppose the bill.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Strongly supported the bill's measures for Homes for Homes and retirement village protections as enhancing fairness and transparency.

“I rise today in support of the Housing Legislation Amendment Bill 2022.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill while criticising the government's slow response to the housing crisis and lack of regional housing investment.

“I support the bill.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill as part of the government's suite of housing measures, emphasising the need for legislative and financial mechanisms to address housing shortages.

“We will do absolutely everything we can to ensure people in our communities have a safe and secure place they can call home. I commend the bill to the House.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Heavily criticised the government's housing planning and delivery while not explicitly opposing the bill. Called for systemic reform and transparent KPIs rather than 'round tables of hot air'.

“I want to see people afforded the dignity of a roof over their heads.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Criticised the government for being too slow to act on housing, calling the bill 'too little too late'. Advocated for North Queensland-specific housing solutions.

“Queenslanders do not want more summits. They do not want more media spin. They do not want more blame game. They want action now.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill as part of Labor's core commitment to housing, highlighting local social housing investments in the Ipswich region.

“More housing and getting more Queenslanders into housing sooner is a core Labor value.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Heavily criticised the government's housing record while not explicitly opposing the bill. Highlighted the plight of regional Queenslanders living in tents and sheds.

“Like always, there will be another announcement saying that this is what they are going to do with taxpayers' money but no outcomes will be seen.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Strongly supported the bill as essential reform for safe, secure and affordable housing in Queensland.

“We in Labor believe that everyone deserves to have a roof over their heads. We believe that housing should be safe, secure and affordable.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Endorsed the bill while questioning whether it would meaningfully address the housing crisis. Supported retirement village transparency for her constituents.

“I endorse the bill and every decent member should vote for it.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill while criticising the government's failure to deliver on housing promises, particularly for Western Queensland councils.

“As mentioned earlier by the shadow minister, the LNP will not be opposing this bill.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

Supported the bill as part of the government's commitment to ensuring every Queenslander has access to safe, secure and affordable housing.

“The Palaszczuk government has committed to a clear objective of making sure every Queenslander has access to a safe, secure and affordable home.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard

As Minister for Communities and Housing, introduced and moved the bill through all stages, thanking the committee and stakeholders for their work.

“I commend the bill to the House.”— 2023-03-28View Hansard