National Disability Insurance Scheme

The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (14:41): I have not referred to $1.6 billion, which is what you are saying you are querying from the federal Liberals.

The PRESIDENT: The Hon. Ms Scriven, that's not a supplementary. I rule that out of order. The Hon. Mr Hood, point of order.

The Hon. D.G.E. HOOD: Mr President, we are now 23 minutes into question time and so far Labor has asked two primary questions which have been well answered. I am sure the crossbench would like to have some opportunity to ask some questions, sir.

The PRESIDENT: Thank you for your concern for the crossbench. I will keep it in mind. The Hon. Ms Bourke.

Members interjecting:

The PRESIDENT: I remind the Labor—

Members interjecting:

The PRESIDENT: Order! The Labor benches, either remain silent and show some respect to the Hon. Ms Bourke or I will call the next member. The Hon. Ms Bourke.