Rachel Siewert (WA, Australian Greens) Share this | Hansard source

No, sorry.

The CHAIRMAN: I did not think you had.

I was going to ask a question, but I realised—and I was not trying to be rude—that there was no point in me asking the question without actually having someone able to hear. I also appreciate that the advisers are not here yet. My question relates to the independence of this task force. I understand that, through the correspondence, the minister has agreed to the points that we have been discussing. However, I want to clarify and make absolutely sure that it is the government's understanding that this advisory body will be as independent as possible both from the minister and from DAFF.

The CHAIRMAN: Do you want to take further questions first, Minister? Senator Nash was going to get to her feet. It might assist you with the advisers on the way.