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Senator CHISHOLM (Queensland—Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Assistant Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Assistant Minister for Resources and Deputy Manager of Government Business in the Senate) (16:58): I seek leave to make a short statement. The PRESIDENT: Leave is granted for one minute. Senator CHISHOLM: This order is written with substantial scope and includes ministerial submissions, records of conversation, letters, briefing notes, meeting agendas, file notes, meeting invitations, meeting notes, meeting minutes, emails and instant/electronic messages.

We urge the senator to reconsider her motion, particularly when it comes to the scope and time allowed to comply. The senator should also seriously consider the significant amount of time these fishing expeditions are taking away from the important work of public servants. The PRESIDENT: The question is that general business notice of motion No. 317 standing in the name of Senator Payman be agreed to.