Christian Porter (Pearce, Liberal Party, Attorney-General) Share this | Hansard source

I move:

That so much of the standing orders be suspended as would prevent the following from occurring in relation to proceedings of the House today:

(1) the Prime Minister to move a motion of condolence in relation to the recent bushfires and debate on the motion to have precedence over all other business;

(2) debate to continue until adjourned or resolved, if necessary beyond the usual time of adjournment of the House;

(3) the Federation Chamber not to meet;

(4) the House to adjourn on the motion of a Minister, without debate; and

(5) any variation to this arrangement to be made only by a motion moved by a Minister.

Question agreed to, with an absolute majority.

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