asked the Minister representing the Treasurer, upon notice, on 8 February 2012:

For the period 1 January 2011 to 31 December 2011, or if more convenient for data purposes the 2010-11 financial year, what flights were taken by departmental staff between:

(a) Townsville and Canberra; and

(b) Canberra and Townsville, including details on whether they were direct or indirect flights.