House debates Condolences
Private Benjamin Ranaudo
Debate resumed from 12 August, on motion by Mr Rudd:
That the House record its deep regret at the death on 18 July 2009 of Private Benjamin Ranaudo while serving with the second Mentoring and Reconstruction Task Force in Afghanistan and place on record its appreciation of his service to the country and tender its profound sympathy to his family and friends in their bereavement.
Ms Anna Burke Deputy-Speaker
I understand it is the wish of honourable members to signify at this stage their respect and sympathy by rising in their places.
Honourable members having stood in their places—
I thank the Committee.
Jill Hall Shortland, Australian Labor Party
10:01 am
I move:
That further proceedings be concluded in the House.
Question agreed to.