House Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation and Science - Brisbane, QLD

11 June 2026

House Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation and Science Australian Parliament

45:49 - 47:04
Speaker 14
All set.  I declare open this public hearing of the House Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation and Science for its inquiry into the current state of the Australian tire industry and challenges and opportunities for the industry within the context of a circular economy.  I would like to begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet today to pay my respects to elders past and present.  I remind all witnesses that given evidence to the committee that are protected by parliamentary privilege.  It is unlawful for anyone to threaten or disadvantage a witness on account of evidence given to a committee, and as such, may be treated by the parliament as contempt. 

In accordance with the committee's resolution of 08/06/2025, this hearing will be recorded and broadcast on the parliament's website, and proof of official transcripts of proceedings will be published on the parliament's website.  I also remind members of the media who may be present or listening on the web of the need to fairly and accurately report the proceedings of the committee.  So I now welcome our representative from Bridgestone Australia to give evidence at the public hearing today.  For the hand side record, could you please state your full name and the capacity in which you appear? 
47:04 - 47:12
Speaker 13
Sure.  My name is Joanne Hayes.  I'm head of corporate affairs for Bridgestone Australia New Zealand, and I'm here today representing Bridgestone Australia Limited. 
47:12 - 47:33
Speaker 14
Thank you.  Although the committee does not require you to give evidence under oath, I should advise you that these hearings are formal proceedings of the Parliament.  Consequently, they warrant the same respect as proceedings of the Parliament itself.  Giving false or misleading evidence is a serious matter and may be regarded as contempt of Parliament.  So I now invite you to make an opening statement, please, Ms. 

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