It's been quite a success as far as I'm concerned.

Some [homeless people] have had work accidents and have lost their jobs, some have severe mental disabilities, some have addictions. Each of these, I think, has a certain special nature to social services that would bring to bear on their case in a way that gives them control over their lives.

It's all about giving [homeless and low-income clients] choices in their lives, and he's very skilled at doing that.

He has a wonderful touch with people, and a great depth of knowledge about social service.

On daughter Elizabeth's modelling success: "Mick was against it at first but he's ok now. She made $60 000 in one week - what can you say?"

I've had great success being a total idiot.