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Parliamentary Questions


Question Without Notice No. 1240 asked in the Legislative Council on 24 November 2022 by Hon Dr Steve Thomas

Parliament: 41 Session: 1

INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

1240. Hon Dr STEVE THOMAS to the Leader of the House representing the Premier:

I refer to the media statement ''WA's strong economy to leave lasting legacy'' and the establishment of initial commitments totalling $750 million.

(1) What is the complete list of already identified projects and their associated project cost?

(2) How was the initial pipeline of projects already identified created and how will future projects be identified?

(3) Will these projects be required to undergo analysis by Infrastructure WA or Infrastructure Australia?

(4) Will funds be held in a special purpose account; and, if so, how will approval of project drawdowns occur?

Hon SUE ELLERY replied:

I thank the honourable member for some notice of the question.

(1)–(2) The initial pipeline of projects includes iconic state infrastructure projects and community and social initiatives that the government is already committed to. Significant state projects identified so far include the Aboriginal cultural centre, the Perth Concert Hall redevelopment, the Perth Zoo master plan, the remote Aboriginal communities fund, and additional contributions to Telethon. The associated project costs are still being defined. The inclusion of future projects will be overseen by an advisory committee with both government and industry representation, with a special emphasis on the regions.

(3) All projects will adhere to normal governance standards.

(4) Project drawdowns will occur against project milestones.