Andrew Gee (Calare, National Party) Share this | Hansard source

Do you know what they call the shadow minister out where we are? The shadow minister for re-centralisation. That is what they call him.

Mr Fitzgibbon interjecting—

It is very disappointing that we continue to have interjections from the shadow minister for re-centralisation.

Mr Joyce interjecting—

It is frustrating, as the Deputy Prime Minister said. It demeans the office you hold, member for Hunter.

An honourable member interjecting—

It might be his time to shine, but he is not shining terribly brightly at the moment. I think his constituents would be appalled to know that he is selling out regional communities. It is an absolute disgrace. Deputy Prime Minister, my question to you is: why is decentralisation so important to ensuring the vibrancy and growth of rural and regional Australia? I want to thank you for the valuable work that you are doing for country Australia. It is greatly appreciated.

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