Address at the launch of A Free Country, by David Kemp Menzies Research Centre webinar
1:00pm, Wednesday 1 April 2020 Senator the Hon Scott RyanPresident of the Senate (check against delivery) Thank you for the invitation to be involved in the launch of this third volume in this tremendous contribution to our political and social history by my friend...
Puzzles of a Prime Minister: Alfred Deakin Revealed
Introductory Remarks at Parliamentary Library Lecture
The Senate in an age of disruption
Speech at the Institute for Government delivered by the President of the Senate, Senator the Hon. Scott Ryan, discussing Australian democracy in an age of disruption.
Speech – Book Launch of ‘The Land of Dreams’ by David Kemp
Senator Ryan’s remarks at the Parliament House launch for David Kemp’s latest book, ‘The Land of Dreams’.
Speech – Centenary of Armistice – Launch of Forecourt Poppy Display
Senator Ryan spoke at the launch of Forecourt Poppy Display at Parliament House for the Centenary of Armistice.
Speech – Unveiling of the portrait of the Hon. Julia Gillard, 27th Prime Minister of Australia
Senator Ryan spoke in the Members Hall of Parliament House, for the official unveiling of the Hon. Julia Gillard’s portrait, in recognition of her service as Australia’s 27th Prime Minister.
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’...
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.