George Brandis (Queensland, Liberal Party, Attorney-General) Share this | Hansard source

There is no conflict of interest whatsoever. Mr Tavoularis was an extremely suitable person. The government is grateful to him for being prepared to accept this appointment. Since he has served in that office, he has served in an extremely diligent and admired manner. I spoke as recently as this morning to the president of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. He has no criticism to offer of Mr Tavoularis's performance in the role.