Tony Smith (Speaker) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I'd like to inform the House we have joining us in the gallery today Mr John Haslem, a former member for Canberra. On behalf of the House, I extend a very warm welcome to you.

I am also pleased to advise the House that we have joining us renowned Australian children's author Mem Fox, who has been here today. I understand you have been down at the parliamentary bookshop. On behalf of the House, I extend a welcome to you too.

Honourable members: Hear, hear!