We have received apologies from Deputy Olivia Mitchell and Senators Morrissey, Dooley and Norris. I ask members to switch off mobile telephones for the duration of the meeting rather than switch them to silent mode because incoming calls adversely affect the broadcasting of the committee. I ask members to respect these instructions. Is it agreed to enter private session to discuss committee business? Agreed.
The joint committee went into private session at 3.05 p.m. and resumed in public session at 3.15 p.m.