Regional Growth Fund

The Hon. S.C. MULLIGHAN (Lee) (14:48): My question is to the Minister for Primary Industries. Can the minister advise the house how many of the 30 qualifying applications, which were not approved under the Regional Growth Fund round 2, originated from the member for Narungga's electorate?

The Hon. D.K.B. BASHAM (Finniss—Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development) (14:49): I thank the member for the question. I am unable to have that detail in front of me of those particular applications. But again I will reinforce how important it is that we support the regions and we support the job opportunities out in those electorates. We want to make sure there is the opportunity for the regional community to prosper for South Australia's benefit. We will continue to invest in this space. This is such an important area for the South Australian economy and we are doing what needs to be done.