MEN IN COMMUNITY PROGRAM

In reply to the Hon. J.S.L. DAWKINS (25 November 2010).

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Public Sector Management, Minister for the Status of Women, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Government Enterprises): The Minister for Health has been advised that:

1. The SA Drought Response Team secured 2010-11 funding through the Premier's High Level Drought Task Force. The program will again be given funding consideration towards the end of this financial year.

2. The program has up-skilled many rural men to assist other men during difficult times. Several of the presenters are employed within Health Service Units across the State and they will continue to share their knowledge of the Men and Communities Program, in small to medium sized communities.