Don Farrell (SA, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Trade and Tourism) Share this | Hansard source

My comment was a compliment.

The TEMPORARY CHAIR: I was listening carefully to the backwards and forwards. Senator Farrell, you got pretty close to some concerns that were raised, but it might help the Senate if you just explained. Finish your sentence, because you didn't quite finish it. Then, if necessary, I'll ask you to withdraw, but at this stage I won't.

I was complimenting women on your side of the bench, but if there was anything I said I unreservedly withdraw.

The TEMPORARY CHAIR: Senator Cash.