Debate resumed, on motion by Ms King:

That the House:

(1)

expresses:

(a)

the gratitude of the Australian nation to the service personnel and civilians in Rabaul and the New Guinea Islands for their services in the defence of Australia during World War II; and

(b)

its regret and sorrow for the sacrifices that were made in the defence of Rabaul and the New Guinea Islands and in the subsequent sinking of the Montevideo Maru on 1 July 1942; and

(2)

conveys its:

(a)

condolences to the relatives and loved ones of the people who died in this conflict; and

(b)

thanks to the relatives for their forbearance and efforts in ensuring that the nation remembers the sacrifices made.

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