Nick Xenophon (SA, Independent) Share this | Hansard source

I support the intent contained in amendments (1), (2) and (3) moved by Senator Siewert. I do not share the same concerns with respect to subclause (3), in that I see it more as an issue of process rather than substantive rights. But it would provide a process with which to deal with these matters. However, having said that, it seems that there is support for subclause (4), which for the first time will include consideration for those parents who have a child under 18 who has a disability. That is a significant improvement in trying to achieve a work-life balance and taking into account the needs of families.