Chris Evans (WA, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Government in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

Can I first of all indicate that I am deeply offended that there is some presumption by the senator that I am not on top of all the detail of this bill and not competent to handle all the intricacies. I am sure she is confident that I can do a good line in gobbledegook to continue the form of my counterpart. At least on that, we will probably be happy. I understand Senator Ludwig is unable to be in the chamber for the next period, so I apologise on his behalf and I have been asked to have carriage of the bill. Obviously, there are advisers in the box and I will do my best with their assistance to help deal with the queries you have.