Stephen Parry (Tasmania, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

I would concur with the remarks of Senator Macdonald. Senator Ronaldson has been a tireless worker in this area and it was so pleasing to see this today. Hansard will recall that Senator Ronaldson, Senator Humphries and I spoke on this matter on a few occasions in the past. I am very pleased to know that the last post will still be played every night and they will not have to seek sponsorship to play it which I think is incredibly important. This is one of the few institutions in this country that we should not ever baulk about funding. I am delighted with the announcement today. I do thank Senator Ronaldson for keeping the pressure on the government that he has. I think it is a good outcome at this point and let us hope that funding continues to flow and increases when necessary to such an iconic item in Australia’s heritage.