Steve Fielding (Victoria, Family First Party) Share this | Hansard source

I also concur with the remarks that have been made in this condolence motion. Again, our heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers go to the families of Private Nathan Bewes, Trooper Jason Brown, Private Tomas Dale, Private Grant Kirby and Lance Corporal Jared MacKinney. I think there is no greater sacrifice than laying down one’s life, and we have asked our soldiers to put themselves in harm’s way for the safety of our nation and the nation of Afghanistan. I think it is a big sacrifice and our hearts do go out to their families and our condolences as well.