QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Senator SCARR (Queensland) (14:15): I note this was in relation to an election commitment and a closed tender process. Minister, did the Prime Minister declare a conflict or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Marrickville Golf Club before the decision was— Government senators interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Order on my right! I'm sorry, Senator Scarr.

Senator Watt interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Senator Watt! I remind you that Senator Scarr has the right to ask his question in silence. Please continue, Senator Scarr.

Senator SCARR: I understand their sensitivity in this regard. Did the Prime Minister declare a conflict or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Marrickville Golf Club before the decision was made to commit $6 million in Commonwealth funding to the Marrickville Golf Club as part of the Major and Local Community Infrastructure Program? If not, why not?

(Time expired.)