David Hawker (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

Yesterday the member for Denison asked me a question about a sign prohibiting photography. The sign in question is located on the fence between the grassed ramps and the internal courtyard, which includes the staff cafeteria. The reason the sign is there is to reinforce the point that photography in the private areas of the building is prohibited without the prior approval of the Presiding Officers. This is to protect the privacy of members, senators and other building occupants. There is no prohibition on photography in the public areas, including visitors being able to photograph the building generally.

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