Simon Birmingham (SA, Liberal Party, Minister for Trade) Share this | Hansard source

The Dan Andrews government in Victoria would probably—given their leanings—quite like to hear Senator Rice's description that they've come to their senses. Those on this side find there are very few occasions where we think the Andrews government ever has any sense whatsoever. Mr President, if I may, I suggest that you may concur with that. The Australian government was not consulted about the Victorian government's decision to end native-forest harvesting in state government. I do note that forestry matters are handled by my good friend and colleague Senator Duniam on a routine basis, and that his department will continue to work with the Victorian government to determine what that means for the Victorian regional forestry agreements, and the process for extending those RFAs, moving forward.