Legislative Council: Thursday, March 29, 2012

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TOURISM COMMISSION

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (14:36): I have a supplementary question arising out of the minister's answer.

The PRESIDENT: Without explanation, the Hon. Mr Lucas.

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS: Absolutely, Mr President. Is the minister indicating that the results of the review from the commission, whilst operational issues, will each be subject to a final decision by her as minister?

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) (14:37): My understanding is that the South Australian Tourism Commission operates at arm's length and independently of—

The Hon. R.I. Lucas: You just said you were going to independently review their decision.

The PRESIDENT: Order!

The Hon. G.E. GAGO: They will inform me of what they are doing and I will consider that and make any relevant decisions—

The PRESIDENT: The Hon. Mr Lucas should listen; he might learn something.

The Hon. G.E. GAGO: —within my responsibility.