Tim Ayres (NSW, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Industry and Innovation) Share this | Hansard source

This conflict is an unprecedented shock to global energy markets, and, the longer it goes on, the more significant its impacts on Australians. Of course, in that context, Australians are looking to the governments for reassurance. The outlook is uncertain. Fuel prices have been rising for all Australians, and some farmers, businesses and regional communities are experiencing shortages. That means governments must be clear with Australians, explain what is happening and give a measured assessment of risks. That's why we have convened National Cabinet. That's why the Prime Minister and other ministers have been explaining clearly and calmly what our approach is. All of the measures that have been undertaken in sequence over the course of the period since this conflict has started have been in the national interest, have all been about— (Time expired)