Opened the debate
Shoebridge argued that the government had failed to comply with a previous Senate order for document production. Shoebridge rejected the Attorney-General's claims of public interest immunity and legal professional privilege, stating that the government had not demonstrated how disclosure would cause harm or prejudice legal proceedings. Shoebridge noted that the Senate has previously rejected assertions that privileged legal advice should remain undisclosed. Shoebridge moved that the Minister produce the full text of the determination and all relevant correspondence with American Express Australia Limited by 5 pm on 18 August 2026, subject only to necessary redactions.