Aboriginal Health

The Hon. J.E. HANSON (14:48): Supplementary arising from the original answer: how does a cut of $1.2 million constitute 'stable, ongoing funding'?

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing) (14:49): The fact of the matter is that a government that is being financially responsible needs to ensure the health system is sustainable. That will involve reprioritisation and making sure that the services we deliver are contemporary and effective. In terms of the funding to the Aboriginal health program and the outbreak funding, that will be managed not just within the standard programs but also within the contingency funds for outbreaks as they emerge.