Stephen Conroy (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

Can I thank Senator Minchin for his ongoing interest in his own portfolio. On this issue, the government wants to expedite the rollout of fibre optic components of the NBN because it will deliver substantial benefits to homes and businesses. That said, the government will take account of community sensitivities in making changes to carrier powers and immunities. The faster fibre optic can be rolled out, the sooner Australians can enjoy the benefits of superfast broadband. Unlike those opposite, who after 12 years have now been 18 months in opposition, we have a broadband plan.