asked the Minister representing the Minister for Industry and Innovation, upon notice, on 8 February 2012:

For the period 1 January 2011 to 31 December 2011, or if more convenient for data purposes the 2010-11 financial year, what flights were taken by departmental staff between: (a) Townsville and Canberra; and (b) Canberra and Townsville, including details on whether they were direct or indirect flights.

The Minister for Industry and Innovation has provided the following answer to the honourable senator's question:

Please refer to the answer provided to Senate Parliamentary Question on Notice 1542.