The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (15:01): 

Supplementary question: can the minister indicate to the chamber how much investment or funding has gone into the Evoke AG conference?

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (17:34): I move:

That this council—

1. Congratulates Youth Opportunities on celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022;
2. Recognises the positive impact that Youth Opportunities has made in the lives of almost 15,000 young people across more than 80 schools and organisations in South Australia since its establishment; and
3. Acknowledges the valuable role that Youth Opportunities plays in empowering young people to reach their full potential through its personal leadership programs and social enterprise, Generation Thrive.

Adjourned debate on motion of Hon. S.L. Game:

1. That a select committee of the Legislative Council be established to inquire into and report on the prohibition of Neo-Nazi symbols, with particular reference to:

(a) the symbols used to identify and promote Neo-Nazi and other ideologically motivated (extreme far right) groups, and options to prohibit their display;

(b) the activities of Neo-Nazi and other ideologically motivated extremist groups in South Australia;

(c) discrimination faced by Jewish South Australians and other groups within the community targeted by Neo-Nazi and other ideologically-motivated extremist groups;

(d) prohibitions on such symbols in other jurisdictions, including proposed prohibitions;

(e) the requirements of the Australian Constitution and other legal matters relevant to the prohibition of Neo-Nazi symbols; and

(f) any other relevant matters.

2. That the committee consist of four members and that the quorum of members necessary to be present at all meetings of the committee be fixed at three members.

3. That this council permits the select committee to authorise the disclosure or publication, as it sees fit, of any evidence or documents presented to the committee prior to such evidence being presented to the council.

(Continued from 7 September 2022.)

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (15:41): It is a great privilege today to rise and speak about the Australian Hotels Association 2022 SA Hotel Industry Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner that I was delighted to attend last night on 18 October 2022.

The Australian Hotels Association (SA) was established in 1871 as a peak industry body, and their members range from small country pubs to five-star hotels and resorts. There are some 630 hotels in South Australia.

It was an absolute pleasure to attend the AHA/SA gala dinner, and wonderful to join the Leader of the Liberal Party, the Hon. David Speirs MP, Shadow Attorney-General Josh Teague, and Shadow Treasurer Matt Cowdrey to support South Australia's hotel industry.

The Hotel Industry Awards celebrate the achievements of our state's best hoteliers, and recognise and promote excellence in service, facilities and management.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (17:21): I move:

 That this council—

 1. Notes that 27 September is World Tourism Day;

 2. Supports the sector's strategy to increase South Australia's visitor economy to an annual $12.8 billion by 2030; and

 3. Commends the Marshall Liberal Government for its investment in infrastructure and marketing to encourage the sector's continuing growth and to help it manage the disruption caused by the loss of international and interstate visitation during COVID-19.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (17:12): I rise today on behalf of the Opposition to speak to the Private Member's Motion moved by the Hon. Frank Pangallo about the Parthenon Sculptures housed at the British Museum in London.

I acknowledge that the Hon. Frank Pangallo is very passionate about this issue and is calling on the Legislative Council to express its support for the reunification of the Parthenon sculptures and demand their return to Greece.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (15:45): Today I rise with a heavy heart to speak about the devastating floods and crisis unfolding in Pakistan.

Authorities and humanitarian groups are responding to the worst floods Pakistan has experienced in decades. The disaster has impacted some 33 million people and led to the deaths of more than a thousand people over the past two months.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (15:27): I move:

That this council—

1. Expresses its condolences and deepest sympathies to the family, friends, Greek community and the wider community of South Australia on the sad and sudden passing of the late Mr Bill Gonis OAM on Tuesday 3 May 2022;

2. Recognises Mr Gonis's longstanding service and contributions to the South Australian Greek community through his role as President of the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia from 2015-2022;

3. Acknowledges Mr Gonis's significant contributions to the taxi and transport industry in South Australia, for which he was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2006;

4. Pays tribute to Mr Gonis's legacy of selfless community service through volunteering at organisations such as the Julia Farr Centre and other not-for-profit organisations; and

5. Acknowledges Mr Gonis's passion for Hellenic accomplishments and significant contributions to foster an inclusive multicultural South Australia.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (14:41): 

My questions are to the Attorney-General regarding coastal management:

1. When can the Attorney-General provide some indication as to the expected time frame for a Government decision following completion of a scientific review of all options for sand management?

2. As he has indicated that this is his new responsibility, can he commit to this review as a priority?

3. When can the community expect to see tangible action to deliver on the options for sand management?

4. What has happened to the funding that was allocated for the West Beach pipeline?

The Hon. J.S. LEE (11:02): I rise today to speak on the South Australian Motor Sport (Miscellaneous) Amendment Bill 2022 and indicate that I am the lead speaker for the Liberal Party in the Legislative Council for this Bill.

This Bill aims to re-establish the SA Motorsport Board to undertake promotion and management of motorsport events in South Australia and for the board to enter into agreements on behalf of the state.

I have a specific interest in this Bill, because it will have direct and indirect impact across all my Shadow Ministerial portfolios, including Tourism and Hospitality, Multicultural South Australia and Communities.