Hon RON MARK: Thank you, Mr Speaker. The coalition Government recently announced a significant increase in the number of Defence Force personnel supporting the all-of-Government COVID response. In total, there are approximately 1,260 personnel either supporting or preparing to support tasks as part of the NZ Defence Force Operation Protect. This represents the largest military deployment since the Timor-Leste deployment, and, through the provision of disciplined, well-trained, professional personnel, the Defence Force is making a difference by supporting managed isolation and quarantine facilities, assisting at the maritime border, and providing planning and support to other Government agencies. And, of course, New Zealand can be rightly proud of how the Defence Force has stepped up at this time of the country's need.