Mrs Bronwyn Bishop (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

The point of order that the Manager of Opposition Business has just made is quite correct. The deputy leader is reading from the Hansard; correct. But where the problem with her explanation lies is in saying why it is wrong. She is presenting an argument, not simply a statement of fact.

Opposition members: These are facts!

No, it is a simple—

An opposition member: These are simple facts!

The SPEAKER: If you listen to the way in which the member for Grayndler presents a personal explanation, you will get a good example of the way it should be done. Quite frankly, you are now entering into the field of argument and it is out of order. I suggest you utilise the adjournment debate to make the argument points.

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