asked the Minister representing the Prime Minister, upon notice, on 29 August 2011:

Has the department paid for accommodation, venue hire and catering services from the Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Darling Harbour; if so:

(a)   who stayed in the accommodation;

(b)   why was the venue hired;

(c)   who utilized the catering services; and

(d)   what were the itemised costs on the invoice or bill.