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that they do for Canberra families. It is a fabulous job but we know it is a hard job. We know that, in partnership with the government and the children’s services sector, these reforms will come into place. We will be better positioned to give opportunities for our children, which must be the most important job that any society can perform. So I thank you for that.
In the minute I have left, we recognise the work that is done through the reform. We know that there are challenges ahead, which is why I have been working with the sector. But just to go to some of the misconceptions that Dunne did say, she does not—
Mrs Dunne interjecting—
MR ASSISTANT SPEAKER: Mrs Dunne, that is three. When we get to five, I am going to name you.
MS BURCH: understand or support the wisdom of childcare providers who fully support these reforms. That is why they are here today. She refuses to recognise—
Mr Hanson: A point of order, Mr Assistant Speaker.
MS BURCH: Can you stop the clock?
MR ASSISTANT SPEAKER: Stop the clock, please.
Mr Hanson: The interjection was that Ms Burch had referred to Mrs Dunne as “Dunne”. I think it is the normal form of this place that you refer to people by their title, either “Mr”, “Mrs” or “Ms”. I think it was inappropriate for Ms Burch to have referred to Mrs Dunne as just simply “Dunne”. I think it was inappropriate and no doubt it prompted Mrs Dunne’s interjection.
MR ASSISTANT SPEAKER: Thank you very much, Mr Hanson. I think the point of order is upheld. Minister, would you please address your remarks and refer to members of the chamber by their proper title or their membership of a given electorate. Thank you.
MS BURCH: Thank you, Mr Assistant Speaker. Mrs Dunne continually refuses to accept that those in the sector actually welcome these reforms. She refuses to accept the investment that this government is putting into these reforms. But, in many ways, we expect nothing less from Mrs Dunne, who continues just to huff and puff. We would expect nothing less from Mrs Dunne when it comes to this debate.
Question put:
That this bill be agreed to in principle.
The Assembly voted—
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