Kim Carr (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Human Services) Share this | Hansard source

Senator Scullion, I am advised, and Senator Crossin has been only too happy to point out here to you directly, that that claim is simply not the case. What we have said is that the planning for the construction and the ongoing operation of these facilities is being developed in close collaboration with the communities affected, and we will continue to work with those communities to ensure that these facilities are well placed, well situated, well designed and well operated, and that they are supported by the local communities. It is all very well for you to try to make petty points on this matter, but I think you appreciate how serious this issue is of ensuring that Indigenous people get a high-quality education in their communities and that we have the opportunities for all Australians to benefit from the education they are entitled to. The sorts of petty points that you are making here— (Time expired)