Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, Chief of Staff

The Hon. E.S. BOURKE (14:27): My question is to the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment. Has the minister finalised selection of a new chief of staff, and, if so, who has been selected? Will the minister confirm that his new chief of staff will commence at the end of July?

The Hon. D.W. RIDGWAY (Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment) (14:27): It is interesting, Mr President; I don't think I am really responsible to the house for my chief of staff. They are an important part of the minister's team, so I will provide some information. Yes, I have chosen the new chief of staff, an exceptional candidate, and they will be starting at the end of July.

The PRESIDENT: The Hon. Ms Bourke, a further supplementary?