Mr HOWARTH (Petrie) (14:20): My question is to the Treasurer: will the Treasurer please advise the House of the importance of a strong budget to support our transitioning economy? How important is sound economic management and fiscal discipline for promoting jobs and growth in our new economy? Mr Burke: On a point of order, Mr Speaker: the Prime Minister has just made clear that we should not be asking questions about the budget today. Does that only apply to members on this side of the House? The SPEAKER: I am not here to answer questions. The Treasurer has the call.