Sarah Henderson (Victoria, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Education) Share this | Hansard source

It's inappropriate for Senator Watt to reflect on senators leaving the chamber. I would ask you to direct him not to do that. Thank you.

The TEMPORARY CHAIR: I think there was lots of chatter across the chamber. I appreciate your commentary, Senator Henderson. Senators—

The TEMPORARY CHAIR: Senator Watt!—please let's refrain from banter across the chamber, which is disorderly. The minister was on her feet.

Honourable senators interjecting—

The TEMPORARY CHAIR: Senator Ruston?