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Tuesday, 13 June 2006
Page: 241


Senator Nettle asked the Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs, upon notice, on 18 January 2006:

(1)   What has been the total cost of accommodation, medical and other expenses for Robert Jovicic in Belgrade.

(2)   What has been the total cost of accommodation, medical and all other expenses for Ali Tastan, including all related travel.

(3)   What has been the total cost of legal opinions regarding the Nystrom case and its consequences for those in detention and those already deported.

(4)   What has been the total itemised cost (including, but not limited to, legal fees, expert and consultant reports, translation, accommodation and transport expenses, miscellaneous fees and administration costs) incurred to date in support of the litigation involving Mr Nystrom.


Senator Vanstone (Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs) —The answer to the honourable senator’s question is as follows:

(1)   The total cost of accommodation, medical and other expenses for Robert Jovicic in Belgrade will not be known until his case is finalised.

(2)   The total cost of accommodation, medical and all other expenses including all related travel for Ali Tastan will not be known until his case is finalised.

(3)   As at 9 February 2006 the total cost incurred for receipt of legal opinions regarding the Nystrom case and its consequences for those in detention and those already deported is $23,389.28.

(4)   As at 9 February 2006 the total cost incurred in support of the litigation involving Mr Nystrom is $99,875.27. Itemised total cost: External Legal fees: $88,289.51 Administration fees: $11,585.76 TOTAL $99,875.27.