Grant Expenditure

In reply to Mr TELFER (Flinders) (24 June 2024). (Estimates Committee B)

The Hon. N.F. COOK (Hurtle Vale—Minister for Human Services, Minister for Seniors and Ageing Well): I have been advised:

Grants and subsidies decreased by $3.5 million from the 2023-24 budget to the 2023-24 estimated result primarily reflecting a change in funding mechanism related to the establishment of the Exceptional Needs Care Service Pathway within DHS. Where previously these services were delivered through referrals to grant funded service providers, the new service model, which involves development of individualised funding packages is reflected under employee expenditure and directly contracted services budgeted within supplies and services expenditure.