Mining Legislation

Mr HUGHES (Giles) (14:41): My question is to the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development. Does the minister support the right for farmers to veto mining on freehold land?

The Hon. J.A.W. GARDNER: Point of order: that may be phrased as if it's a point of policy, but it is actually directly relevant to a bill that is before the house.

The SPEAKER: I uphold that point of order. I have given you fair rein today. Would the member for Giles like to ask another question because it is extremely difficult to answer that without going to the specifics of a bill that is before the house.

Members interjecting:

The SPEAKER: I have made my point of order. If anyone would like to argue, they will be named. Member for Giles, would you like another question?