Deakin’s lesson: compromise as progress
As the speaker for the 49th Alfred Deakin Lecture, Senator Ryan discussed the importance of the Senate as a chamber of negotiation and compromise, and its role in developing wider support on political issues and policy.
Speech – Menzies Foundation 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner
It is a great honour to join you here this evening and propose this toast to the foundation for its 40 years of wonderful work. Forty years ago Malcolm Fraser announced we would put significant energy and effort into building on the legacy of Sir Robert. Menzies’ story is a remarkable one; coming from a large family in a small town hours from Melbourne. He had big ambitions for himself and his country and, by any measure, he exceeded...
Speech – 30th Anniversary of the Official Opening of Parliament House
Senator Scott Ryan provided the welcome address for the Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove, as part of the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Official Opening of Parliament House.
Speech – ANZAC Day Address
Senator Scott Ryan’s ANZAC Day address to the Australian & New Zealand servicemen and women in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Speech – Launch of “The First Eight’ Project – Alfred Deakin
Senator Ryan speaking at the launch of “The First Eight’ Project and the monograph Alfred Deakin – the lives, the legacy: Australia’s second Prime Minister by David Headon.
Media Statement – Senator Brandis Resignation
I have received a letter of resignation from Senator the Hon George Brandis QC as a Senator for Queensland. The resignation takes effect immediately.