Mathias Cormann (WA, Liberal Party, Vice-President of the Executive Council) Share this | Hansard source

Not at all. Not in any way, shape or form. Obviously, under Australian law Australians are entitled, and Australian businesses are entitled, to participate in the democratic process, including by making political donations. These have to be disclosed, consistent with our laws, and are openly and transparently reported, consistent with our laws, which is, of course, why Senator Waters is able to refer to them.