Senate debates

Tuesday, 3 March 2026

Matters of Urgency

National Security

7:26 pm

Photo of Richard ColbeckRichard Colbeck (Tasmania, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

The Senate will now consider the proposal, under standing order 75, from Senator Duniam, as shown at item No. 15 on today's Order of Business:

That, in the opinion of the Senate, the following is a matter of urgency:

The need for clarity and accountability regarding the Government's dangerous approach to the management of ISIS brides and their children, particularly in light of misleading public statements and the ill-advised adoption of a policy of self-managed returns.

Is consideration of the proposal supported?

More than the number of senators required by the standing orders having risen in their places—

With the concurrence of the Senate, the clerks will set the clock in line with the informal arrangements made by the whips.

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