Madam Deputy Speaker, on behalf of the ACDP I would like to associate ourselves with the sentiments already expressed. Our sincere thanks to the presiding officers - you, Madam Deputy Speaker, and the House Chairpersons - and Table staff for your kindness and graciousness. Also to the Secretary of Parliament, and all committee, administrative, library, service, security, catering and cleaning staff, a heartfelt word of thanks.
I also wish to thank the media for their ongoing and in-depth coverage of Parliament. It is much appreciated and we trust that they too will have a good rest. We've had a long and challenging year. We've dealt with hugely controversial issues, not least of which was the Civil Union Bill, which might see us returning before Christmas. At all times we in the ACDP have prayed for wisdom and believe we have contributed to robust and hearty debate. At the end of the day we all have the best interests of our nation and our people at heart.
The ACDP wishes you all a very blessed and peaceful Christmas filled with the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our prayer for all parliamentarians is: The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. I thank you. [Applause.]