HOUSING SA

In reply to the Hon. S.G. WADE (20 September 2012).

The Hon. I.K. HUNTER (Minister for Communities and Social Inclusion, Minister for Social Housing, Minister for Disabilities, Minister for Youth, Minister for Volunteers): I am advised that as of 31 August 2012, 173 properties were awaiting or undergoing major upgrades for maintenance. Upon completion of maintenance work, more than 90 per cent will be returned to the regions to be re-let. In certain circumstances, Housing SA may divert a small number of properties to other programs.