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

The government is absolutely focused on ensuring our economy continues to outperform the rest of the developed world, and it is a pity the opposition continued to talk down that economy, talk down confidence in the Australian economy, because that confidence will help build more jobs, more investment and more success for the Australian economy. I know their spokespeople were struck dumb over Australia's recent economic data. They were disappointed that Australia is going so well and that we are creating wealth for all Australians.

By investing in our human capital, by investing in education, higher education and skills, we are building capacity in our people to continue to take advantage of their abilities and innovation. It is a shame that the opposition do not go out and talk up the economy and help build confidence which will allow us to create even more jobs and opportunities for Australians. (Time expired)