Milton Dick (Speaker) Share this | Hansard source

I'm pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are former members and senators, here to celebrate the 50th anniversary of being elected to the 30th Parliament of Australia. There are too many to name, but I would like to recognise them for their service in the old parliament. I had the privilege of meeting the Hon. Philip Ruddock on the way in when he joined them today. I extend a very warm welcome to you all.

I'm also pleased to inform the House that present in the gallery today are the Lord Mayor of the City of Hobart, Councillor Anna Reynolds, and the Deputy Lord Mayor of the City of Perth, Councillor David Goncalves. Also present are participants in the Stephen FitzGerald Scholars Program, hosted by the ANU Australian Studies Institute and the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations. On behalf of all members, I extend a very warm welcome.

I note that former member for Parramatta, Ms Julie Owens, is present in the gallery today as well. Also here in the gallery is the Mayor of the City of Casey, Councillor Stefan Koomen.

On behalf of all members, welcome to question time.

Honourable members: Hear, hear!

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