Environment Protection Authority

In reply to Mr PATTERSON (Morphett) ((23 June 2022).). (Estimates Committee A)

The Hon. S.E. CLOSE (Port Adelaide—Deputy Premier, Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science, Minister for Defence and Space Industries, Minister for Climate, Environment and Water): I have been advised that for the Environment Protection Authority.

The estimated total cost for engagement of consultants and contractors in 2022-23 is between $1.1m and $1.3m.

The Environment Protection Authority has not engaged any consultants with cost above $10,000, for 2022-23.

The following is a summary of contractors that have been engaged at a total estimated cost above $10,000, the nature of work undertaken, and the estimated cost for 2022-23.