"A slight aside, I am glad the Libs debated foreign aid but...

"A slight aside, I am glad the Libs debated foreign aid but opted to go with the status quo. We are a rich nation, relatively small amounts of money in the third world often go a long way towards improving the quality of life of many many people."

Sorry to say it whilst Bishop went against cuts to Africa the party decide to opt for a freeze on some Indonensian programs.

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-/breaking/8798209/abbott-unveils-plan-to-avoid-flood-levy/