Linda Reynolds (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Government Services) Share this | Hansard source

I'll continue by saying that we have had an enduring partnership for seven decades, which has served Australia, particularly rural and regional Australia, very well. That will certainly continue. I join the Prime Minister and, I know, all colleagues on this side, in thanking Michael McCormack for his dedicated service as Deputy Prime Minister. Michael will continue to be an invaluable member of the National Party and also of our coalition. He was a passionate advocate for regional and rural communities, as the new leader and the National Party team will continue to be.