The SPEAKER (15:35): Before we leave parliament for this year I wish to place on record my thanks on behalf of all of us to the people who've been critical to the workings of the parliament this year—in particular, the Clerk of the House, Claressa Surtees, for her continued and dedicated expert advice she provides me and all members, along with the department she leads. I'd like to give a special shout-out to all the supporting staff: the chamber attendants, Hansard, broadcasting, staff supporting committees and the Serjeant-at-Arms for keeping us safe. Thank you. Thank you to the Department of Parliamentary Services, the people responsible for upholding the integrity of this building: security, building support, cleaners, the catering team and visitor services. To those in the press galleries: as the Prime Minister said, we are lucky to live in a country with a robust press gallery that ensures our words and actions are accurately reported on whether we like it or not. To my colleagues and fellow MPs: thank you for another year of hard work and contributions to this place. Most importantly, thank you for the respect and kindness that you've shown me. Visiting 141 schools across every corner of this country, it's been a joy to see you all working hard in your communities that you love. We all have an important role to play in creating good legislation, maintaining Australia's great democracy and creating a safe and respectful workplace for our nation to see. To the fellow members of the Speaker's panel—particularly the Deputy Speaker, the member for Newcastle: a big thank you for helping me keep this House in order. Sharon, whether it's a cup of tea early in the morning or the sage counsel you provide me, I truly value your professionalism and approach. I also want to thank the Chief Government Whip and the Chief Opposition Whip. Jo and Bert have the hardest jobs, I think, of anyone in the building. They do a remarkable job. Thank you to the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, the Leader of the Nationals, the Deputy Leader of the Opposition and the Leader of the Australian Greens, and thank you to the Manager of Opposition Business and the Leader of the House—two remarkable people with great integrity who I work so closely with. I really want to thank Paul and Tony for their leadership and the work that they do. To members of the crossbench: all of you work collaboratively but you all seem to know exactly when I'm having a tough day in the office, so I thank you for your support. It's been a very busy year for all of us. I hope you all get to have a short break, and I look forward to your interjections back in February when we return—I think. It's a privilege being your Speaker, and I wish all of you and your families a very happy and safe Christmas.