Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus

The Hon. H.M. GIROLAMO (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (14:51): Supplementary: why hasn't the minister been in more frequent contact with her federal counterparts, given the seriousness of this disease?

Members interjecting:

The PRESIDENT: Sit down. When I am on my feet, everyone will be silent, okay? The rule doesn't change. Minister, provide your answer.

The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Minister for Forest Industries) (14:51): I have to ask in return: more frequent than what? What she is referring to is one specific letter in regard to testing regimes. Of course I am in frequent contact with my federal counterparts on many issues, including this one.