Senator ABETZ (Tasmania—Leader of the Government in the Senate, Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Public Service and Minister for Employment) (14:46): An apology has been given. The apology stands. There is nothing further to be said in relation to the matter. The day that Senator Peris, or indeed anybody else in this place, has nothing to apologise for will be an interesting day. We extend courtesy to others, and it should be extended to Mr Dutton. An opposition senator: Withdraw! Senator ABETZ: Why? Opposition senators interjecting— Senator ABETZ: There was no innuendo. The PRESIDENT: Order! The minister is in order.
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