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

(Victoria—) (): As we all know, the opposition led by Mr Abbott is a policy-free zone. How do we know this? How do we know the opposition prefer spend over substance? Senator Minchin, who in his last question time deserves a mention, effectively confirmed to the press that he had advised Mr Abbott that the coalition was guilty of not supporting good policy. I have always known that Senator Minchin has had his moments of peace and clarity, and this must have been one of those times. Clearly, the NBN is a great example of good policy that should be supported. What I can say to you, Mr President, is that we on this side of the chamber do support good public policy. We will continue to advocate strongly for reforms, and this includes rolling out fast but fairly priced broadband to all Australians. (Time expired)