Thank you.
There is another matter that one of the witnesses could perhaps clarify for me. I have to admit that I could not see the rationale for this. Clause 689 of Division 22 gives the Minister the authority to exempt a research vessel from the regulations.
What is the rationale for and usefulness of this clause in the Act? I will start with you, Ms. Venton, but other witnesses are welcome to answer if they wish to do so.