Senate debates Questions on Notice

Defence: Staffing (Question No. 637)


David Johnston

David Johnston WA, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Defence

asked the Minister representing the Minister for Defence, upon notice, on 29 April 2011:

How many staff were employed in the SEA 1000 Project office for the 2008-09, 2009-10 and 2010-11 financial years.

Chris Evans

Chris Evans WA, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Government in the Senate

The Minister for Defence has provided the following answer to the honourable senator's question:

In 2008 – 09, the full year average strength was 7.5.

In 2009 – 10, the full year average strength was 26.33.

In 2010 – 11, the full year average strength was 37.25.