Holmes, Mr Allan

The Hon. J.M.A. LENSINK (15:20): Can the minister confirm that, in December last year, Mr Holmes' contract was extended for three years?

The Hon. I.K. HUNTER (Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation, Minister for Water and the River Murray, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation) (15:20): I cannot confirm that it was extended for three years in December but around about that time discussions took place (it might have been January; I cannot recall) to maintain Mr Holmes in the position and his contract was extended.