She nevertheless insisted that the government consult with her on most legislation , including budgets and , she was also able to exercise significant power . This was made clear in 1996 , when she watered down the government 's workplace compensation reforms , despite strong government resistance , so as to retain access to the common law for injured workers , and workers compensation for travel to and from work , among other things . As a generally conservative MP , Cunningham became known for her opposition to abortion and her support of capital punishment . In 1996 , she was the only member of the parliament to oppose new gun control reforms in the aftermath of the Port Arthur massacre , which otherwise received bipartisan support . The following year , Cunningham was responsible for an amendment which successfully defined the term " life " in the state 's criminal code ( assault provisions ) as " beginning at conception "
Port Arthur massacre
Port Arthur massacre (Australia)
Liz Cunningham