Children in Out-of-Home Care

In reply to Ms SANDERSON (Adelaide) (28 July 2017). (Estimates Committee A)

The Hon. S.E. CLOSE (Port Adelaide—Minister for Education and Child Development, Minister for Higher Education and Skills): I have been advised of the following:

In 2015-16, 20 children aged 15-17 years were reunified with their families. Of these, 19 are still with their family.

In 2016-17, 20 children aged 15-17 years were reunified with their families. Of these, 17 are still with their family.

This program is planned for four years to 2018-19 and its outcomes are subject to review.