maiden speech for the local member

MAIDEN SPEECH FOR THE LOCAL

MEMBER

Outlining the basics of the maiden speech in Parliament

INTRODUCTION

Grew up in Rockhampton after moving as child

Talk about what Euthanasia Is

FIRST PART: CURRENT SITUATION

Euthanasia or Assisted suicide is illegal in

Australia

The Northern Territory attempted in the 1990’s

to legislate it however, the Federal Government

had constitutional powers to repeal the law.

Internationally, some countries practice

euthanasia.

THE AGING POPULATION

Australia has an aging population.

Costs of supporting these future retirees will

put a huge burden of young generations who

are paying tax

EUTHANASIA: THE BENEFITS &

RESPONISIBITILES

Ensuring the right legal framework is in place is

the responsibility of this Parliament

Social benefits of allow a person to die with

their diginity

The economic benefits of reduced spending on

health services and welfare payments.

CONCLUSION

Summing up my position

It’s the right thing to do

Solution to the aging population

Averting a potential economic crisis

Thanking those who assisted with my campaign,

including family, friends and colleagues.