I sent the three emails to Minister Costello with no response, from his office or him.

Plenty of time to write memoirs........

 Last Sunday I noticed this in the Sunday Telegraph  




 "Re-engage"

When did he retire?
Isn't he still on the payroll?

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In the Sydney morning herald 11/9/08


"In an interview with the Sydney Morning Herald the former treasurer said he was pursuing options outside politics, and would leave parliament when it suited him."


It must feel good knowing  that you'll be automatically re elected at an election.