Anne Ruston (SA, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

That is how, Senator Carr—through you, Mr President—it was described by one of your shadow ministers, Mr Andrew Leigh. The best way that we can make co-payments affordable for Australians is not to continue to put the burden on government but to get the economy moving again. If we can put more money in the pockets of these people, they can make their own choices. I do not believe that I am best placed to make decisions on behalf of Australians. I think that Australians are best placed to make decisions on behalf of themselves. It is the height of hypocrisy to be standing here and saying that this 'small, modest co-payment'—to quote Mr Leigh—is some terrible thing. It is absolutely hypocritical! (Time expired)