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Legislative Council - Fifty-Second Parliament, Second Session (52-2)
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FAMILIES SA

In reply to the Hon. A. BRESSINGTON (14 February 2012).

The Hon. I.K. HUNTER (Minister for Communities and Social Inclusion, Minister for Social Housing, Minister for Disabilities, Minister for Youth, Minister for Volunteers): Due to the confidential nature of the matters raised by the Hon A. Bressington, there are significant limits to the information that I can provide. However, in reply to the Hon A. Bressington's questions, the Minister for Education and Child Development is advised:

1. (a) In regards to the first case, this family is working closely with Families SA and at this time, this matter does not require further review.

(b) In regards to the second case, an external independent review has been completed.

2. Families SA has provided a report and met with the carers involved in this case to outline the decision-making process and access arrangement procedure.

3. Once a child is placed in foster care, Families SA has a legally delegated duty to ensure a child is safe from harm and provided with a standard of support, protection and care that will enable them to reach their full potential.

4. Families SA has a number of Family Preservation programs, including the Stronger Families, Safer Children and Keeping Them Safe programs. Families SA will continue to work towards family preservation when it is safe and in the best interest of the child to do so.

5. Families SA have advised they are unaware of any 'truckload of goods' that was provided to a particular family. There is however, a pre-existing fund for financial assistance that can be used to purchase goods to families, such as beds and linen that are required to make their home safe and liveable for children.

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