Mr ALBANESE (Grayndler—Leader of the Opposition) (14:00): I join with the Prime Minister in thanking our emergency services, particularly our SES workers. And I want to thank Minister Littleproud for this morning, when I had a comprehensive briefing from Joe Buffone, the Director-General of Emergency Management Australia and his staff. That was also provided to Senator Watt, our shadow minister. Importantly, we were able to get Susan Templeman, the member for Macquarie on the phone as well.

The people of Macquarie have had the lot thrown at them over recent years. They're doing it really tough and our thoughts are with all those who continue to suffer from these devastating floods. We urge them to follow the advice of the authorities. But, once again, I thank the minister for the briefing.