Fiona Nash (NSW, National Party, Deputy Leader of the Nationals) Share this | Hansard source

These changes are about standing up for those people who have the guts to invest in and start up their own business and protecting them from being bullied and driven out of business by large competitors. These reforms are absolutely critical not just for our regional small businesses but in particular for our farmers. This coalition government is going to continue to support our farmers. We know that our farmers remain at the mercy of Australia's supermarket duopoly and face constant pressure, year in, year out, to accept the prices they're offered, simply because of the market power and how concentrated it is. Interestingly, the National Farmers' Federation has welcomed the effects test, describing it as a watershed moment and saying it will help level the playing field for small businesses, including farm businesses. This is what standing up for the little guy looks like—and perhaps those opposite might try it some time.