CHRIS PENK (National—Helensville): Thank you, Madam Speaker. Veterans have served our country; our country must serve veterans. I would like to acknowledge the words of the Minister in thanking our veterans, former but also current New Zealand Defence Force personnel, and those who have served in Her Majesty's forces. I use those words quite deliberately for reasons that I will return to in due course. I acknowledge the Minister for his advocacy in this space, as well as his own service, and all members across the House who have supported the work that is represented in this bill. 