QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Senator O'NEILL (New South Wales) (14:23): My question is to the Minister for Industry and Innovation, Senator Ayres. This morning you and the Prime Minister announced the Albanese Labor government's plan to secure the future of Tomago Aluminium and secure a thriving industrial future for the Hunter. Minister, how will this investment strengthen the job security of Hunter workers and the local economy?

And what does this investment mean for the future of Australia's manufacturing capability?