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The speaker to visit Gippsland

Speaker of the House Milton Dick will visit schools in Churchill, Woodside, Sale, Lindenow, and Orbost to discuss civics and his role in Parliament. Federal Member Darren Chester organized the visit to explain democratic processes.

By news@gippsland - 26th August 2024 - Back to News

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Milton Dick, is set to visit several schools across the region to discuss civics and citizenship with students. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has invited the Speaker to talk about his role in Parliament and how the democratic process works.

Darren Chester and Speaker Milton Dick with a replica of the mace which sits in the House of Representatives during sitting days. The Speaker will tour schools in Gippsland during the first week of September

Speaker enforces rules

Mr Chester said, "As Presiding Officer, the Speaker chairs the meetings of the House of Representatives and ensures they are conducted in an orderly manner and according to the provisions of the Constitution and the standing orders, which are the written rules of the House."

"So, in simpler terms, Speaker Milton Dick is basically the umpire of proceedings, and he enforces the rules. He's an excellent Speaker and a personal friend of mine, and I'm looking forward to hosting his visit," he said. Mr Dick will visit schools in Churchill, Woodside, Sale, Lindenow and Orbost over a three-day visit.

Pictures from Darren Chester MP website.

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