Friday, 7th June, 1901
Parliament Debates Tariffs, Wages, and Prayers.
- Duration:10 mins 52 secs
- Updated: Sun, 06 Apr 2025 19:40:39 AEST
- Version: 9
Episode Summary
House of Representatives
Parliament discussed tariffs, statistics, and the location of the seat of government. They debated pricing documents and equalizing civil servant salaries. A motion to include prayers in Standing Orders passed after amendment withdrawals. Manufacturing statistics and minimum wage details were discussed. Additionally, they addressed providing employees with one day of rest per week. Motions regarding State importations, women voters, and employment numbers were approved. Committees were granted leave to sit during adjournment.