DISTINGUISHED VISITORS

The PRESIDENT (14:32): I draw the attention of honourable senators to the presence in the chamber of the parliamentary delegation from the New Zealand Parliament, led by the Speaker, the Rt Hon. Gerry Brownlee. On behalf of all senators, I wish you a warm welcome to Australia and, in particular, to the Senate.

With the concurrence of honourable senators, I invite the Speaker to take a seat on the floor of the Senate. Honourable senators: Hear, hear! Mr Brownlee was seated accordingly.