Ms LAWRIE - 2004-10-12
What message does the Northern Territory government have for Territorians on this significant day, 12 October?
ANSWER
Madam Speaker, as everyone is aware, this is 12 October and the second anniversary of the Bali bombings. Around Australia and into Asia, it is a day of reflection, remembering that 202 lives were lost in that bombings two years ago, with 88 of them Australian. To go back two years, the shock in Darwin and the Territory was that it happened in our backyard. That shock was felt here, in the rest of Australia, and the world.
We can remember with a sense of pride how Territorians responded post-Bali bombings with the extraordinary work done at Royal Darwin Hospital - the coordination and talent, the professional medical expertise which was shown in dealing with the badly-burned victims – and by organisations such as the Red Cross, Defence, St Johns, and all the other people who volunteered to help the Territory response. We all should be very proud of what the Territory and the Royal Darwin Hospital did, which was recognised throughout Australia.
Today, two years on, is a reminder of the importance of keeping ties to our north strong. For the Territory, those ties have been established for a long time, and this government is committed to keeping them strong. Political connections, trade, very importantly cultural, sporting, educational, and health are all aspects of the ties with the countries to our north.
In the next few months, I look forward to meeting the new President of Indonesia. The memorandum of understanding which the Territory has with Indonesia is very important. I am sure this House wishes former President Megawati Soekarnoputri all the best for her future following her time as president. I will also be meeting shortly with the President of the Philippines, Gloria Arroyo and am looking forward to meeting the new Malaysian Prime Minister, Prime Minister Badawi.
I advise the House that the response to the 300 kg of barramundi sent to Brunei for the Crown Prince’s wedding last month has been extraordinary. They loved it. It was a terrific present - Territory produce going to Brunei - which is part of the way we keep our relationship strong.
This day, two years on from 12 October 2002, is a time to remember all those who lost loved ones and keep them in our thoughts.
ANSWER
Madam Speaker, as everyone is aware, this is 12 October and the second anniversary of the Bali bombings. Around Australia and into Asia, it is a day of reflection, remembering that 202 lives were lost in that bombings two years ago, with 88 of them Australian. To go back two years, the shock in Darwin and the Territory was that it happened in our backyard. That shock was felt here, in the rest of Australia, and the world.
We can remember with a sense of pride how Territorians responded post-Bali bombings with the extraordinary work done at Royal Darwin Hospital - the coordination and talent, the professional medical expertise which was shown in dealing with the badly-burned victims – and by organisations such as the Red Cross, Defence, St Johns, and all the other people who volunteered to help the Territory response. We all should be very proud of what the Territory and the Royal Darwin Hospital did, which was recognised throughout Australia.
Today, two years on, is a reminder of the importance of keeping ties to our north strong. For the Territory, those ties have been established for a long time, and this government is committed to keeping them strong. Political connections, trade, very importantly cultural, sporting, educational, and health are all aspects of the ties with the countries to our north.
In the next few months, I look forward to meeting the new President of Indonesia. The memorandum of understanding which the Territory has with Indonesia is very important. I am sure this House wishes former President Megawati Soekarnoputri all the best for her future following her time as president. I will also be meeting shortly with the President of the Philippines, Gloria Arroyo and am looking forward to meeting the new Malaysian Prime Minister, Prime Minister Badawi.
I advise the House that the response to the 300 kg of barramundi sent to Brunei for the Crown Prince’s wedding last month has been extraordinary. They loved it. It was a terrific present - Territory produce going to Brunei - which is part of the way we keep our relationship strong.
This day, two years on from 12 October 2002, is a time to remember all those who lost loved ones and keep them in our thoughts.
Last updated: 09 Aug 2016