Speeches

The Parkes Elvis Festival is an annual event thousands of people can’t help falling in love with. Congratulations to everyone involved in this great festival. I tried to bring a...

We are very fortunate to have amazing achievers within the electorate of Parkes, and I congratulate each and every one of them for the great contribution they make to their...

Today’s passing of new gun laws without any meaningful consultation and minimal debate is yet another example of the Labor Government’s disrespect for regional Australians. Here is my speech to...

It is unthinkable in this, our country that families enjoying a peaceful and happy celebration should suddenly find themselves protecting their children from bullets, and hiding in a place that...

Mr CHAFFEY (Parkes) (14:30): My question is to the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Will the minister, who works part time, apologise to Australian families and businesses for the...

Often at the heart of a community you will find a much-loved place where locals gather. The Lightning Ridge Bowling Club is one of those places. On 14 November I...

There are many ways to make your way in the world, but we wouldn’t get far without those who build our communities brick by brick. That’s why I have chosen...

This is a very important Act. It impacts, eventually, on all Australians, and it requires thorough examination. This should not be done at the end of years of delay in...

Jamie Chaffey MP

My speech to Parliament on 5 November, 2025: I’m proud to stand here today as a member of a party that is putting Australians first. In my electorate of Parkes,...

I rise to congratulate someone who is really worthy of recognition. Last week, Carol Mudford from Dubbo in the Parkes Electorate was named as the winner of the AgriFutures Australia...