Angus Taylor (Hume, Liberal Party, Leader of the Opposition) Share this | Hansard source

on indulgence—I rise to join the Prime Minister in honouring the life of Dennis Cometti. Dennis Cometti didn't just have a voice that resonated; he had a voice that was instantly recognisable, a voice that energised AFL games and energised the Olympics. Through his voice, we felt the anticipation of a centre bounce, the exhilaration of a soaring mark, the elation of a spectacular goal that was—as we heard from the Prime Minister—so often 'centimetre perfect', one of his many quotes that were so well known.

As someone who comes from a state where there's a little less AFL, the one I remember best was Kieren Perkins's absolutely extraordinary triumph in the 1,500-metre freestyle final back in the 1996 Olympics 30 years ago. He served, for decades, the great game of Australian rules football. He was more than a commentator; he was an AFL storyteller. In many ways his voice became an embodiment of the crowd's sentiments. On behalf of many Australians who grew up listening to him call the game, I extend my deepest sympathies to his family and friends and to the wider football and sporting community. May he rest in peace.

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