A supplementary question regarding potential disciplinary action (docking pay) for public servants attending an IR rally is met with a deflective and sarcastic response referencing the Leader of the Opposition's attendance at the Melbourne Cup. The Premier avoids directly answering the question.

AnsweredQoN 703Legislative Assembly
Asked
15 November 2005
Portfolio
Premier

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I ask a supplementary question. If it transpires that some members of the public service have attended the IR rally today, will the Premier dock their pay? Dr G.I. GALLOP

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Has the Leader of the Opposition docked his pay for his time off at the Melbourne Cup function?
Dr G.I. GALLOP replied: Has the Leader of the Opposition docked his pay for his time off at the Melbourne Cup function?
Has the Leader of the Opposition docked his pay for his time off at the Melbourne Cup function?

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