Andrew McLachlan (SA, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I wish to give my good wishes to Ashton Hurn, leader of the South Australian Liberal team, and her deputy, Josh Teague. All the best for the approaching state election. I also extend my good wishes to all the members of the state team. They've developed some exciting policies, especially in respect of saving our natural environment.

Well, I'm about to, Senator Farrell, particularly those in response to our algal bloom. If elected, a Liberal government will invest in voluntary marine buybacks, restore 50 hectares of new shellfish reefs and push for World Heritage listing for the Great Australian Bight, which I know my colleague Senator Grogan will agree with. There is also a policy for zero litter to the ocean by 2035. This is my last opportunity to speak in the chamber ahead of the state election. Therefore, I express my gratitude and appreciation for all the Liberal candidates, who have work so hard. I wish them every success. It's been my privilege to campaign alongside of you.

I wish to extend my congratulations to my cousin Edward Smelt, who won the Nightcliff by-election in the Northern Territory.

Paul Scarr (Queensland, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Who'd he run for?

Andrew McLachlan (SA, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

The Labor Party. He's probably a wiser man than me! But I have no doubt he will serve his community exceptionally. He's a wonderful young man and is well prepared—being a former civil engineer and a City of Darwin councillor. His family are very proud of him, and I wish my mother was still here to see his success. All the best to Ed and his wife Susannah and the family.