asked the Minister for Veterans' Affairs, in writing, on 21 October 2014:

Since 7 September 2013 can the Minister provide details as to the use of all consultants within his/her department, including reasons for engaging their services, and the costs involved.

The Minister for Veterans' Affairs has provided the following answer to the honourable Member's question:

This information can be obtained in the Department of Veteran's Affairs Annual Report and on the AusTender website www.tenders.gov.au.