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87 Mr HAMILTON-SMITH (Waite—Leader of the Opposition) (30 September 2008). With respect to the 2008-09 budget papers, what are the roles of the additional staff employed as part of the 'PPP project management—operating initiatives' at an estimated cost of $99,000 in 2007-08?

The Hon. K.O. FOLEY (Port Adelaide—Deputy Premier, Treasurer, Minister for Industry and Trade, Minister for Federal/State Relations): I have been provided the following information:

The roles of the additional staff employed are:

A Senior Solicitor outposted to the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) from the Crown Solicitor's Office to provide dedicated legal advice to Treasury staff working on the PPP projects; and an additional Director (SAES-1) to augment DTF's current staff complement. The amount of $99,000 reflects the funding provision for these positions for the period 1 April to 30 June 2008.