Michael McCormack (Riverina, National Party, Leader of the Nationals) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I'm sure all in this parliament will join me in offering the very best wishes to Comcar driver Tony Harriott as he moves into retirement. It's a big effort. Five decades in any job is a remarkable achievement, but 50 years serving the parliament and its custodians is more than an achievement; it's an act of faith in our democracy. Thank you, Tony. We say simply this: thank you so much for all that you have done, and we wish you every bit of good health and happiness in the future.

Anthony Albanese (Grayndler, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Opposition) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I join the Acting Prime Minister in giving a big shout-out to Tony Harriott. It is quite remarkable that, when Tony retires next month, it will be after 50 years of service. I can confirm that he is the longest-serving driver in Comcar history. He started a long time ago. They've got here the age at which you started, Tony. I won't give it, but you've been driving for 50 years. You began driving a Ford Galaxy. I do note that you started as a permanent and finished as a casual. Comcar drivers are famously among the most discreet people on earth, and all of us rely upon that. The member for Fenner, your local member, asked you a question about your experience, and you responded with just this statement: 'We had some fun with Hawke.' I bet you did, Tony! I hope you had fun and a great experience with so many more of us. We are indebted to you and we thank you. You symbolise the great work that all Comcar drivers do for all of us.

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

I thank both the Acting Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition. Tony, we wish you all the best. I know that we'll all miss you, and we hope you'll miss us.