Peter Slipper (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

I would like to make an announcement in relation to the highly regarded Cheryl Lane, and I think it is appropriate that honourable members resume their seats. I wish to advise the House that today Cheryl Lane, our Attendant Supervisor, is retiring. Cheryl has worked for the House since August 2001 and as supervisor since February 2005. She has managed the attendants service supporting this chamber, the Federation Chamber and committee rooms in providing messenger services across the department with military precision and good humour. While clapping is disorderly, I am sure the clapping we have just had was appropriate in this instance.

Cheryl, I am sure that all honourable members join me in wishing you sincerely a long and happy retirement and we would like to thank you profusely for your services above and beyond the call of duty.

Honourable members: Hear, hear!

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