Michaelia Cash (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Women) Share this | Hansard source

I can tell this chamber that it would appear that every single person in this chamber is committed to giving interns a go—unless, of course, it is employers and youth on welfare. Let's go through the list, in terms of the senators on the other side.

Senator Gallagher, you have been in this place for just two years, yet you have already had five interns through your office. Senator Brown, the good news is that you have apparently had three. And it does not stop there. Senator Collins, you understand the benefits of giving people a go. You have had three in your office. Senator Marshall, you do not get away from this. Those on the other side understand the benefits of giving people a go in their offices. And Senator Bilyk—I have not forgotten you—you have had two. Senator Dodson, you have been here for less than one year and you have already had two interns. I congratulate those on the other side. If only they could share what they are allowed with employers! (Time expired)