David Hawker (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

I have received a letter from the honourable Leader of the Opposition proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely:

The Government’s arrogant approach to the Parliament, and the Australian people, with its own political self interest now being given absolute priority over the national interest.

I call upon those members who approve of the proposed discussion to rise in their places.

More than the number of members required by the standing orders having risen in their places—

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