Page 4718 - Week 15 - Wednesday, 7 December 1994
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Before finishing, I would like to congratulate all of the members of the committee for their cooperation. It was a new committee for me and one that I found challenging; nevertheless it was a very interesting and enjoyable job. It was not as interesting and enjoyable as the last job I had; nevertheless, it was interesting and enjoyable. I think it was a bit of a tribute to all of the members that we were able to bring this unanimous report forward, and I think it will be recognised for its contribution to community debate on a very sensitive issue.
Finally, and certainly with a great deal of gratitude, I would like to thank the secretariat staff because there was a lot of background work that had to be done. Rod Power - the long-suffering Rod Power, I have to say - had to do a lot of groundwork and development work in assisting the committee. He rose to the occasion without complaint at all times, and he was very helpful in the process. All of the staff need to be congratulated, but I would particularly like to say those few words about Rod because his assistance was invaluable. His dedication to ensuring that we were all able to hear from all of those who approached the committee was welcome. His knowledge of the legislation was very important. His ability to make arrangements to ensure that all those people saw us and were able to put their views on matters was impressive. His tolerance of us as a group was good as well. I think our work was made easier by his efforts.
Before I sit down, Madam Speaker, again I would like to say thank you to those members of the committee who participated in the process. Last, but not least, I should thank all of those people who took the time to prepare comprehensive submissions to the committee. They came from throughout the community. A range of people came to see us and we were given all of the information that ultimately led, I think, under pressing circumstances, to fairly good quality recommendations which I recommend that the Government adopt.
Debate interrupted.
ADJOURNMENT
MADAM SPEAKER: Order! It being 4.30 pm, I propose the question:
That the Assembly do now adjourn.
Mr Berry: I require the question to be put forthwith without debate.
Question resolved in the negative.
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