Labor MP Dr Anne Aly delivers her maidan speech in parliament. Source: AAP
The resumption of federal parliament has bought with it a raft of first speeches by new M-Ps and senators. Maiden speeches are generally uncontroversial statements of a politician's core beliefs and background, but with many colourful and diverse characters in Australia's 45th parliament, two in particular have drawn attention at the start of this sitting week.
The resumption of federal parliament has bought with it a raft of first speeches by new M-Ps and senators. Maiden speeches are generally uncontroversial statements of a politician's core beliefs and background, but with many colourful and diverse characters in Australia's 45th parliament, two in particular have drawn attention at the start of this sitting week.
