Minute’s silence for murdered women
Senator Coghlan proposes a minute’s silence for women murdered by partners or former partners; the Chair explains that only the Leader can formally propose it, and Coghlan confirms prior agreement.
As Senator Bacik reminded us today, the international day for opposing violence against women, is significant. I too compliment Women’s Aid for marking it. Up to 78 women have been murdered by their partners or ex-partners since 1996. In accordance with the organisation’s wishes, I propose the House observes a minute’s silence at 11 a.m. in memory of all those women murdered by their partners and ex-partners. I am sure the acting leader of the Opposition will wholeheartedly concur with this proposal.
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Forgive me. I had a word with the Leader in advance and he was quite agreeable. The Leader did not object.