Bullying

In reply to Dr CLOSE (Port Adelaide—Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (26 September 2018). (Estimates Committee B)

The Hon. J.A.W. GARDNER (Morialta—Minister for Education): I have been advised of the following:

Commencing on 11 July 2018, the Department for Education engaged two consultants, Ms Jo McNamara, Social Worker, University of Adelaide, and Mr Adrian Booth, Clinical Psychologist, Mental Health Unit, SA Health, and visiting lecturer at the University of Adelaide. Both Ms McNamara and Mr Booth were selected through recommendations based on their significant relevant experience, credibility in the field and expertise in the areas of GDISD and mental health in relation to children and young people. Ms NcNamara has recently concluded her work with the department, having accepted an alternative employment opportunity.