Bill Shorten (Maribyrnong, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Opposition) Share this | Hansard source

No, no, there is more. He has a more varied CV than most. Not only has he served in the state parliament of Victoria but he has been a mechanic—as we have heard. He has been a tow truck operator. He even was an apprentice bookmaker. I think this breadth of tasks and occupations will suit him as he deals with the disparate personalities in this House of Representatives. He has also served on the Speaker's panel, so he will do well. As with the member for Maranoa, I also ask the member for McEwen to please extend to Lisa too our gratitude that she has lent you to this parliament for this term. The opposition congratulates both.

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