BUSINESS

Senator AYRES (New South Wales—Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science) (16:57): I move: That— (a) the Senate, at its rising, adjourn till Tuesday, 12 May 2026, at midday, or such other time as may be fixed by the President or, in the event of the President being unavailable, by the Deputy President, and that the time of meeting so determined shall be notified to each senator; and (b) leave of absence be granted to every member of the Senate from the end of the sitting today to the day on which the Senate next meets.

Question agreed to. The ACTING DEPUTY PRESIDENT ( Senator Colbeck ): Colleagues, I wish you all a safe and happy Easter—a season for renewal. I look forward to seeing you back here for the budget session in May.

Senate adjourned at 16:58 until Tuesday 12 May 2026 at 12:00