Members, Accommodation Allowances

The Hon. A. KOUTSANTONIS (West Torrens) (14:20): My question is to the Premier. Does the Premier stand by his statement to the house on 30 June 2020 regarding the residency of the Hon. Terry Stephens MLC while claiming the country members' allowance? With your leave, sir, and that of the house, I will explain.

Leave granted.

The Hon. A. KOUTSANTONIS: On 30 June 2020, the Premier was asked in this house, and I quote:

Given all the media attention about where Terry Stephens lives, why didn't the Premier ask him where he lives?

The Premier then responded:

It is quite clear that the Hon. Terry Stephens resides in Victor Harbor. He also, like many members have, has accommodation here in metropolitan Adelaide.

Do you stand by it?

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL (Dunstan—Premier) (14:21): I refer the member to my previous answer.