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Except for their first or 'inaugural' speech members must not read their speeches but can refer to notes during debate.  However a minister can read the second reading speech of a bill.

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Members may use laptop computers but mobile phones are not allowed.

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Displaying visual aids, exhibits or other objects during debate is unacceptable.

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Members cannot use another member’s name or speak directly to them but should refer to them by their electorate or title. eg the Member for Box Hill, the Minister for Transport.

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Personal reflections on other members, offensive or unbecoming words about other members are disorderly.

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Members should not interrupt other members when they are speaking unless raising a point of order.

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A member’s speech must be relevant.

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Members cannot refer to an issue which is due to be debated in the Legislative Council.

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The name of the Sovereign, Governor-General or Governor must not be used disrespectfully.

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Reflections should not be made on the conduct or character of a member of the judiciary.

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The House does not debate matters before the courts. This is known as the sub judice convention and prevents the House from prejudicing the course of justice.