House debates Statements by Members
Goods and Services Tax
Tim Watts Gellibrand, Australian Labor Party
1:59 pm
I note from media reports that the member for Groom and the member for Wright are defecting from Malcolm Turnbull's Liberal Party to the Nationals.
Tony Smith Speaker
The member for Gellibrand will refer to members by their proper titles.
Tim Watts Gellibrand, Australian Labor Party
I say to all those opposite: if they want to oppose a GST increase, join the Labor Party. Stand up for the Australian public. We are the only party opposed to the 50 per cent increase in the GST being pushed by those opposite. If they have seen the light, the proper direction to defect is this side of the chamber. We will care for the Australian people and fight a GST increase. Member for Gippsland, I know where your heart lies. Member for Mallee, come aboard. Oppose the GST—
Tony Smith Speaker
In accordance with standing order 43, the time for members' statements has concluded.