TOURISM COMMISSION

317 The Hon. T.J. STEPHENS (27 July 2011) (First Session). Can the Minister for Tourism advise the total operating cost of the Rugby Sevens including set-up and disassembly costs?

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, Minister for Forests, Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Tourism, Minister for the Status of Women): I have been advised of the following:

1. The South Australian Tourism Commission was a sponsor of the Rugby Sevens Adelaide and was not responsible for the operational costs or overall budget for the event.