Mathias Cormann (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Finance) Share this | Hansard source

Thank you, Mr President. I was not actually referring to any senator that is present in his seat. We do need to ensure that this issue is treated seriously. This is not an issue to be dealt with with one stunt after the other. This is not an issue that is to be dealt with in a jack-in-the-box way of going about things. I would like to know whether this Senator 'jack-in-the-box', who does not appear to be present in the chamber, actually reflects Labor Party policy. Does he actually reflect Labor Party policy or is he just talking for himself? (Time expired)