Senate debates

Tuesday, 28 October 2014

Motions

Mining

4:06 pm

Photo of Barry O'SullivanBarry O'Sullivan (Queensland, National Party) Share this | | Hansard source

I move:

That the Senate acknowledges the massive economic benefits delivered to this nation by the black coal industry and the importance it has for the employment fortunes of miners and other professionals in this nation, noting that Australia should maintain a diverse and sensible energy mix.

Photo of Stephen ParryStephen Parry (President) Share this | | Hansard source

The question is that general business notice of motion No. 482, moved by Senator O'Sullivan, be agreed to.