Roger Cook

I think in Australia we've got a balance about right.

We ask these companies to come in, explore, invest heavily in the early stages of their projects.

Now that might mean that compared to other countries we've got lower royalty rates at the back end of the project, but don't forget these companies have taken risks.

No, I don't support it.

But I understand that for many people, it seems like an attractive proposition.

But I don't think it would be good for Western Australia.

And I've made those views clear to the Prime Minister.