Having a go at kids with a terminal illness is really beyond the pale, absolutely beyond the pale.

Attaining a PhD is just an excuse that all young women are using nowadays to avoid starting families.

I am deeply committed to the cause of Indigenous Australians, and not just because of the Apology, but the big challenges which lie ahead in closing the gap.

We have seen this complete right wing takeover of modern liberalism, and it is an ugly spectacle to behold.

I was elected by the Australian people to bring back a fair go for all Australians. I have given my absolute best to do that.

Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great sadness that I announce that I will resign as Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs. I am sad because I love this job. I'm totally dedicated to the work that we are doing in Australia's name around the world, and I believe that we have achieved many good results for Australia, and I'm proud of them.

I just don't really get into all that sort of personal negative stuff. My job is to outline some positive plans for the country's future and perhaps Mr. Howard and the Government don't like the fact that I'm putting out some positive alternatives. What's their preference.. for me to be a negative carping opposition leader?