Richard Di Natale (Victoria, Australian Greens) Share this | Hansard source

Thank you for that explanation, but it still does not address the question that I was asking, which was: what test will be applied to determine whether a substance fits into that category? The definition of a psychoactive substance is one that is not clearly outlined in the bill. It is far too broad. I ask again: what specific test will be used to determine whether a substance is captured under this legislation?

The CHAIRMAN: Before I call the minister, Senator Di Natale, your questions as I understand them relate to schedule 1. The question before us relates to amendments to schedule 2. I was wondering whether you have questions in relation to the amendments. If not, we might deal with the amendments and then come back to your questions, given they are not dealing with the question before the chair. Are you happy for me to proceed that way?

Yes.