Kim Carr (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research) Share this | Hansard source

The costs associated with the activities of individual members of the strategy group will be based on Remuneration Tribunal advice. As to the fees for pre-meetings and preparation and the actual cost time of meetings, the Rem Tribunal rate is $597 per day, excluding GST. The other costs associated with the operation of the group for individual members are the direct travel costs, accommodation—where that is required—and meal costs.

As to the role of Gunns in this particular industry group: Senator, I do not share your hostility towards the operations of Gunns in the industry. They are the largest single contributor in terms of investment in the industry. It is appropriate that we consult with the— (Time expired)