The Hon. J.S. LEE (14:50): 

I seek leave to make a brief explanation before asking a question of the Attorney-General, representing the Minister for Health, about GP bulk-billing.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (16:56): 

I rise today to speak on the Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction (Miscellaneous) Amendment Bill 2024. This bill seeks to modernise South Australia's legislative framework to deliver climate change policy objectives and enshrine the state's short and long-term emissions reduction targets in the legislation.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (14:43): 

I seek leave to make a brief explanation before asking a question of the minister representing the Minister for Child Protection about the Social Workers Registration Scheme.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (15:19): 

I rise today to speak in support of the Criminal Law Consolidation (Mental Competence) Amendment Bill 2025. This bill seeks to amend the terminology used in relation to a defence of mental incompetence under division 2 of part 8A of the Criminal Law Consolidation Act 1935.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (14:49): 

I seek leave to make a brief explanation before asking a question of the Minister for Regional Development and Primary Industries about childcare shortages in regional areas.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (17:50): 

I move:

That this council—

1. Congratulates the Australia Malaysia Business Council SA (AMBCSA) for reaching the special milestone of its 30th anniversary in 2024;

2. Recognises that the AMBCSA is a pioneering business chamber that was established by the Malaysian-Australian community with the objectives of fostering, supporting and promoting business, investment and cultural opportunities between Australia and Malaysia;

3. Acknowledges the important work of founding members, current and past presidents, committee members and volunteers of AMBCSA for their hard work, dedication and contributions in fostering bilateral relationships between the Malaysian and South Australian business communities;

4. Commends AMBCSA for working collaboratively with businesses and educational institutions to deliver its flagship annual event 'Merdeka Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation', which serves two main purposes: to celebrate Merdeka—Independence Day of Malaysia and to present Outstanding Students Awards to recognise educational achievements and community contributions by Malaysian students who are studying at South Australian universities and TAFE;

5. Recognises two former Governors of South Australia—former AMBCSA patron, Sir Eric James Neal AC and its current patron Hon. Hieu Van Le AC—for their important contribution and support to AMBCSA; and

6. Reflects on the many achievements of AMBCSA over the three decades and recognises the impact of AMBCSA in the advancement of trade, business and cultural connections between South Australia and Malaysia.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (17:29): 

I rise today to speak on the Summary Offences (Terrorist Organisation Symbols) Amendment Bill 2024. This bill would make two key changes to the Summary Offences Act, introducing offences for publishing or displaying a prescribed terrorist symbol unless it is for legitimate public purposes. This follows on from the legislation that passed in this parliament last year in 2024, which prohibits the use of the Nazi salute or Nazi symbols in South Australia. The bill before us today extends a similar prohibition to any symbol commonly associated with a prescribed terrorist organisation, as specified by the Commonwealth Criminal Code or prescribed by regulations.

Adjourned debate on motion of Hon. M. El Dannawi:

That this council—

1. Acknowledges that International Mother Language Day is celebrated annually on 21 February.

2. Notes that International Mother Language Day aims to:

(a) celebrate linguistic diversity;

(b) promote the protection of linguistic rights as fundamental/universal human rights;

(c) emphasise the importance of multilingualism; and

(d) bring awareness to languages at risk of disappearance.

3. Recognises that language is an essential part of cultural identity, expression and wellbeing in a multicultural society.

4. Understands that language maintenance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is a platform for empowerment and intergenerational cultural sharing.

5. Expresses its commitment to encourage multilingual education in South Australia, particularly through the state government's $4 million commitment to community language schools, as a means of enriching our society and inspiring understanding, belonging and dialogue as well as socioeconomic mobility.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (16:55): 

I move:

That this council—

1. Congratulates Radio Italiana 531AM for reaching the special milestone of its 50^th anniversary in 2025 and celebrating its groundbreaking first broadcast, believed to be the first Italian voice heard on air in Australia;

2. Acknowledges the founding members, current and past presidents, patrons, board members, staff, sponsors and volunteers of Radio Italiana 531AM for their dedication and contribution to serving the Italian-Australian community in South Australia;

3. Notes that Radio Italiana 531AM will be hosting their 50^th anniversary gala dinner on Saturday 1 March 2025 to celebrate half a century of outstanding community services and highlight their significant contributions and achievements;

4. Recognises Radio Italiana 531AM has initiated many humanitarian and philanthropic projects to support the wider community; and

5. Commends Radio Italiana 531AM for offering a wide range of programming that reflects the needs and interests of their diverse listeners, and its strong commitment to promoting Italian language, culture and traditions, fostering community engagement and enriching multicultural South Australia.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (14:32): 

I seek leave to make a brief explanation before asking a question of the Minister for Industrial Relations about safety at the Whyalla Steelworks.