Museum of South Australian History

728 Ms BEDFORD (Florey) (26 August 2021). The state government has allocated $250,000 to develop a business case for a Museum of South Australian History–how will this new Centre affect the Centre of Democracy and its funding?

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL (Dunstan—Premier): I have been advised:

The History Trust of South Australia is developing a business case to test the feasibility of a museum dedicated to presenting the rich and varied history of South Australia.

The History Trust currently operates four subject specific museums: the Migration Museum, South Australian Maritime Museum, National Motor Museum and, in collaboration with the State Library of South Australia, the Centre of Democracy.

There is no intention to replace or diminish the History Trust's existing museums. The proposed South Australian history museum would complement and broaden the History Trust's offering, providing public access to more of the State's exceptional cultural collections.