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    12   DISCUSSION OF MATTER OF PUBLIC IMPORTANCE— Carbon tax

The House was informed that Mr Abbott (Leader of the Opposition) had proposed that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for discussion, namely, “The imminent threat posed by the Government’s carbon tax to key sectors of the Australian economy, particularly manufacturing”.

The proposed discussion having received the necessary support—

Mr Abbott addressed the House.

Discussion ensued.

Discussion concluded.