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Unemployment Figures

In reply to the Hon. J.S. LEE (20 October 2016).

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Minister for Employment, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation, Minister for Manufacturing and Innovation, Minister for Automotive Transformation, Minister for Science and Information Economy): I am advised:

Over the past five years (comparing industry data from February 2017 with February 2012), the largest employment increases in South Australia over the past five years were recorded in: Health Care & Social Assistance (up 18,700); Public Administration & Safety (up 6,500); Administrative & Support Services (up 5,200); Other Services (up 3,500); and Professional, Scientific & Technical Services (up 3,100).