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Aboriginal Housing

45 The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (24 July 2018). How many new houses will need to be built in remote Aboriginal communities over the next 10 years and what is the cost of building those houses?

The Hon. J.M.A. LENSINK (Minister for Human Services): The Department for Human Services has advised:

The number of new houses needed in remote Aboriginal communities over the next 10 years is subject to a number of parameters. While the Remote Housing Review provided an estimate that included future population growth, South Australia is committed to partnering with remote Aboriginal residents to understand true housing need. It is important that families with the most need are appropriately housed.

Negotiations are currently underway with the commonwealth on a remote housing program to continue to reduce overcrowding, and it is my intent to secure a partnership agreement.

The cost of a capital program to build remote houses will be dependent on the targets specified by this future agreement, as well as land development and infrastructure needs by location.