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SenateMonday 7 September 2026

QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Senator CASH (Western Australia—Leader of the Opposition in the Senate) (14:04): Minister, respect is shown by actions, not by pathetic, hollow words that this Senate has just heard from you. Fourth-generation soldier Andy Cullen today told the media that he had met with Minister Keogh and was told by Minister Keogh that he wanted 'wider veteran community consultation'.

This is what Andy Cullen said: 'Leaving that meeting, I felt disappointed. To be honest, I felt betrayed.' Minister, why has your government betrayed Australia's veterans?

SourceSenate, Monday 7 September 2026 — official recordTA-260907-senate-f4d78ae962f9:s142