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

Yes, indeed. Leading up to today's GDP data, we've seen a range of different data points that show the recovery is well and truly under way. Unlike those opposite, who seem to think that this is all just a political game that they can heckle and jeckle about, ultimately these are serious issues that deal with the lives, jobs and businesses of Australians. We're pleased to see that consumer confidence is up 2.9 per cent—indeed, it's increased for 12 of the past 13 weeks. Payroll jobs data was up again this week. This is the third consecutive fortnight in which we have seen positive payroll jobs data. Building approvals rose by 3.8 per cent in October to be 14.3 per cent higher through the year. These measures are all about ensuring better job security for Australians, better prospects for Australian businesses and the recovery of Australia's economy from this global pandemic.