Senate debates Bills
Creative Australia Bill 2023, Creative Australia (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2023; In Committee
Sarah Henderson Victoria, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Education
11:04 am
I also wanted to seek clarity in relation to why the minister requires such a wide-ranging power in relation to giving directions to the board about the performance, functions and powers of Creative Australia. As we know, the board is called the Australia Council Board, and it is very confusing as to why there was this name change. The Australia Council of course was established by former prime minister Gough Whitlam. Putting that to one side, could you explain why the minister is seeking such wide-ranging powers which are not subject to disallowance?
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