Barnaby Joyce (New England, National Party) Share this | Hansard source

I thank the honourable member for his question. I must say that I am completely overwhelmed. I know that you find me endearing. I know that you miss me. I know that you want me back. I know that I'm the only reason you ever get a question. There is a whole range of other legislation that we need to get through, such as the small business tax cuts, which I know are vitally important. There is so much more that we have to get through. I know that we're looking forward to the $272 million, which we fought for, for the national Regional Growth Fund. I know there are so many people who want to know where that money is going to be spent. There is so much that this good coalition government is doing and there is so much in front of us, but I'm sure we will get to that motion. When we do—and I'll take it on notice—I'll get back to you personally. When we do, you might like to ask me another question. God knows I've got a bit of spare time up here.

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