Diplomatic Appointments (Selection Process) Bill 2026

Senator PAYMAN (Western Australia—Australia's Voice Whip) (15:34): I move: That the following bill be introduced: A Bill for an Act to establish a selection process for certain diplomatic appointments, and for related purposes. Question agreed to. Senator PAYMAN: I present the bill and move: That this bill may proceed without formalities and be now read a first time. Question agreed to. Bill read a first time.