Marise Payne (NSW, Liberal Party, Minister for Foreign Affairs) Share this | Hansard source

I was asking the officers for the section, Senator. That is not required under the legislation. But the process of the stocktake of arrangements which we will be undertaking with the states and territories and local government and relevant entities is part of developing, if you like—I think I used the word 'rhythm' previously in a discussion with Senator Rice or Senator Patrick—that relationship and the understanding of the nature of arrangements which might be within the purview of the bill, and the act if it is passed. And state and territory governments will be a key part of ensuring that that comes together. That goes to the point of the consultation, again, Senator. It's why we engage with jobs, tourism, science and innovation groups, and with the trade and investment group particularly, because these are issues of interest to them, and they've been productive discussions.