Nola Marino (Forrest, Liberal Party, Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories) Share this | Hansard source

I move:

That, in accordance with section 5 of the Parliament Act 1974, the House approve the following proposal for work in the Parliamentary Zone which was presented to the House on 25 November 2019, namely: National Gallery of Australia Foreshore Footpath and Lighting Upgrade.

Question agreed to.

I move:

That, in accordance with section 5 of the Parliament Act 1974, the House approve the following proposal for work in the Parliamentary Zone which was presented to the House on 25 November 2019, namely: Sir John Gorton commemorative sculpture and interpretive sign.

The National Capital Authority is seeking approval for the proposed works within the Parliamentary Zone, being a commemoration of Sir John Gorton, who served as Australia's 19th Prime Minister between 10 January 1968 and 10 March 1971. The proposed works include a full life, cast bronzed sculpture of Sir John with Suzie Q, his collie kelpie. Located near to the sculpture on a metal sign would be the interpretive material describing aspects of Sir John's life and achievements. The project has been developed by the National Capital Authority in close collaboration with the Gorton family. Approval of both houses is sought under section 5(1) of the Parliament Act 1974 for the proposed works in the Parliamentary Zone. I commend this motion to the House.

Question agreed to.

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