Autism Support

211 The Hon. N.J. CENTOFANTI (Leader of the Opposition) ().8 February 2023). Can the Premier advise:

1. What modelling has been undertaken on the number of preschool children, and primary and high school students that are expected to be diagnosed with autism over the next four years?

2. What is the anticipated increase in the number of preschool children, and primary and high school students expected to be diagnosed with autism over the next four years

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Attorney-General, Minister for Industrial Relations and Public Sector): The Minister for Education, Training and Skills has advised:

There is no modelling by the Department for Education for the number of preschool and school aged children expected to be diagnosed with autism.