Senator FIFIELD (Victoria—Manager of Government Business in the Senate and Minister for Communications and the Arts) (15:41): I seek leave to make a short statement. The DEPUTY PRESIDENT: Leave is granted for one minute. Senator FIFIELD: Through the meeting of environment ministers, the Australian government is working with states and territories to reduce waste and increase recycling. The Australian government encourages states and territories to adopt policies that are appropriate for their circumstances. Question agreed to.