Anthony Chisholm (Queensland, Australian Labor Party, Assistant Minister for Education) Share this | Hansard source

Minister. Thank you, Senator Shoebridge for the contribution. We will be opposing this amendment. The bill should not be amended to restrict the use of contractors. Such amendments would be unique in the Australian Public Service and are unnecessary. The government has commenced its APS reform agenda and is committed to ensuring that the Australian Public Service embodies integrity; puts people and business at the centre of policy and services; is a model employer; and has the capability to do its job well.