Harry Jenkins (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

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

The adverse effect of the carbon tax on Australia's economic prospects.

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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