I take this opportunity in the small amount of time we have left to place on record my appreciation for the dedicated, devoted and hardworking staff, both nursing and medical, at St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital. They performed miracles on the former Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, and my own father has recently undergone an operation there. I think it is timely that we recognise the efforts of these wonderful people who not only look after their patients around the clock but also look after the many anxious members of their families who are always concerned when a family member is admitted.

Main Committee adjourned at 13 : 00