KordaMentha

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (14:25): As I understand it, the minister is saying they haven't, but they will be, appointed as public sector employees. What was the merit-based process that has been engaged in for their imminent appointment?

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing) (14:25): KordaMentha was appointed as a result of a competitive tender process. They have been selected to be the partner for the organisational and financial recovery plan in CALHN. My understanding of the advice I have been given is that CALHN considers that it would be useful for them to have an executive contract, and that is being facilitated at the moment.