Senator Abetz asked the Minister representing the Minister for Veterans ' Affairs , upon notice, on 13 September 2011: With reference to the department and all agencies within the Minister's portfolio: (1) What was the total cost of allowances for government employees or contractors working at sea for the 2010-11 financial year. (2) What is the daily allowance for working at sea. (3) How many days in total were spent at sea in the 2010-11 financial year.