Senator CORMANN (Western Australia—Minister for Finance, Leader of the Government in Senate, Vice-President of the Executive Council and Leader of the Government in the Senate) (14:12): As I was just indicating, we continue to watch Western Australia, and other parts of Australia, with concern. In relation to Western Australia, there is severe to extreme fire danger forecast today over southern and central fire-weather areas. In relation to South Australia, it might well be that Senator McKenzie has further updates. I don't have any specific updates in front of me today. May I also advise the chamber that in terms of Emergency Management Australia, firebombing aircraft continue to be in action against these fires. Our national aerial firefighting arrangements are ensuring the best possible aerial firefighting equipment is available to protect Australians. And, of course, defence is available to provide support. Senator Reynolds will provide further information in relation to this. Royal Australian Air Force aircraft have transported firefighters from Canberra—