Commissioner for Aboriginal Engagement

The Hon. J.S. LEE (15:03): Supplementary: is the minister confirming that Dr Thomas will not continue beyond a six-month appointment?

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Attorney-General, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Minister for Industrial Relations and Public Sector) (15:03): That is something that we will talk about at the time. As I said, Dr Thomas has given great service to this state. I am grateful that he agreed to stay on for that further six months. Over the next six months, we will talk to Dr Thomas just to see what Dr Thomas wants to do and what direction he wants to go in as well.