TREASURER:
On Friday night, Phil Gaetjens was badly injured in a car accident. He is in a critical condition in The Canberra Hospital. I want to thank the doctors and the staff at The Canberra Hospital for the care they are giving him. It is first rate and I went out to thank them this morning. I want to thank all of the people who have sent their wishes and support to the family and to him at this time, it means a lot to the family. I want to thank the police for the investigation which has led to an arrest. I will not say anything about that for obvious reasons, that is a matter for the courts.
Finally I want to say to Phil’s wife, Cath, and his son, Jack, that our thoughts and our prayers are with them at this very difficult time. They have a lot of friends and a lot of support who are wishing that Phil will make a full recovery.
JOURNALIST:
Is the news from the hospital today any better, Treasurer?
TREASURER:
He is in a critical condition. He is in a coma. He is receiving excellent medical care. The full extent of his injuries cannot be known until he comes out of a coma and that may be some time. Thank you.