Dialysis Transport Service

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (14:46): Supplementary arising from the original answer: what representation has the minister made to anyone in the federal government on this issue; and has the minister read the petition that has been started in relation to this issue?

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing) (14:47): I will certainly get a briefing on this as to what extent—if you like, to what entity would be the best to engage in relation to these services. My understanding is that Adelaide PHN is a statutory authority of the commonwealth and I doubt if the commonwealth minister is in a position to direct them. In terms of advocating, I will certainly look forward to a briefing, but the primary task at the moment is to make sure that we—considering this service has already stopped as at 1 October—work with patients to ensure they continue to have access to this very important service.