Linda Reynolds (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Defence) Share this | Hansard source

I thank the senator for the question. I'm sure I speak on behalf of each and every senator in this place here today when I thank most sincerely Air Force's No. 34 Squadron for its work supporting the parliament and executive government during the pandemic. More than 1,400 passengers—members of parliament and staff predominantly—were transported over 267 legs. In the early days of the pandemic we simply would not have been able to start the parliament without their safe and efficient service, their sense of humour, their adaptability and their commitment to this nation. So, on behalf of us all, I thank No. 34 Squadron for their service this year. They have kept our federal parliament and the government running this year. Thank you.