APY LANDS, CONSULTANTS

In reply to Dr McFETRIDGE (Morphett) (9 November 2010) (First Session).

The Hon. P. CAICA (Colton—Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation, Minister for Water and the River Murray, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation): I am advised:

1. Records show that there were 17 consultants engaged during the financial year (2009-10) for matters related to Aboriginal affairs on the APY Lands at a cost of $669,033.10.