Bridget McKenzie (Victoria, National Party, Minister for Regional Services) Share this | Hansard source

What I can guarantee is that we're absolutely committed to ensuring equitable school funding for every single Australian student, irrespective of whether they live in Brunswick or Benalla, irrespective of whether they live in Fitzroy or Fitzroy Crossing. We are the side of parliament that actually puts money on the table to deliver what you could not deliver, and that is a needs based funding model that is consistent across the country. We need to support those parents who are seeking choice for their children. That has been one of the great strengths of our education system. But we can't run away from the fact—and the Greens do this every time; I think you should all just run for state parliament, because all the issues you bring here are actually a function of state parliament. If you want to see all of our funds go— (Time expired)