Senator WONG (South Australia—Minister for Foreign Affairs and Leader of the Government in the Senate) (15:01): Senator, as a South Australian, you would know, first, that we have provided assistance, and we'll continue to engage with the South Australian government about what is required. In relation to Whyalla, that is a very important part of the state economy. You would know that successive governments, in relation to that steel facility, have recognised the importance of it to the state and national economy and also the struggles that many in the steel or iron sectors face at this time, given global circumstances. We make no apology for seeking to invest. Senator Ruston interjecting— Senator WONG: Well, I'm surprised that a South Australian senator is complaining about investment in Whyalla. I am very surprised that a South Australian senator—not you, Senator McLachlan, but Senator Ruston—is complaining about investment in South Australia. Senator Ruston: On a point of order, I'd ask you to ask the minister not to verbal me incorrectly. The PRESIDENT: Senator Ruston, that is not a point of order. Don't interject. Senator Wong: I ask that further questions be placed on the Notice Paper.