Senator PATRICK (South Australia) (16:47): I wish to make a short statement in relation to the motion moved by me, Senator Bernardi and Senator Whish-Wilson. The PRESIDENT: The motion wasn't moved because formality was denied, but you can seek leave to make a statement on any matter you wish. Leave is granted for one minute. Senator PATRICK: I just want to point out that the motion that was moved was a very reasonable and measured motion in response to something that was quite horrific. We've had a journalist basically murdered for doing their job. We need to stand up very firmly in support of any journalist who gets treated in that manner. It's abhorrent. As an alternative, I would invite the government, and in particular the Minister for Foreign Affairs, to make a statement to this chamber, perhaps in similar terms to statements made by France, the US, the UK and the UN. I ask that the government consider that request.