Ian Macfarlane (Groom, Liberal Party, Minister for Industry) Share this | Hansard source

Two years to June 2014 has raised over $40 billion for the Commonwealth coffers.

The reality is that we need to make sure that this sector remains strong. By removing the mining tax we have sent a very clear message to those people looking to invest in Australia, that we are open for business. But, of course, all investments in mines requires exploration.

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