❓ The Minister for Regional Development provides an update on the Ord-East Kimberley expansion project, highlighting progress, collaboration with stakeholders including the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and opportunities for local contractors, particularly regarding Indigenous participation.
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ORD-EAST KIMBERLEY EXPANSION PROJECT — LOCAL FIRMS
Would the minister please advise the house of the progress of the Ord-east Kimberley expansion project and how this project will benefit local construction, earthmoving and engineering contractors in the north west? Mr B.J. GRYLLS
Would the minister please advise the house of the progress of the Ord-east Kimberley expansion project and how this project will benefit local construction, earthmoving and engineering contractors in the north west? Mr B.J. GRYLLS
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I thank the member for North West for the question. The member has great interest in the development of not only his electorate of North West, but also the north west in general. I am sure that all members would be happy to get an update on where we are at with the east Kimberley expansion as it relates to the Ord River agricultural area. I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr B.J. GRYLLS replied: I thank the member for North West for the question. The member has great interest in the development of not only his electorate of North West, but also the north west in general. I am sure that all members would be happy to get an update on where we are at with the east Kimberley expansion as it relates to the Ord River agricultural area. I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I thank the member for North West for the question. The member has great interest in the development of not only his electorate of North West, but also the north west in general. I am sure that all members would be happy to get an update on where we are at with the east Kimberley expansion as it relates to the Ord River agricultural area. I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr B.J. GRYLLS replied: I thank the member for North West for the question. The member has great interest in the development of not only his electorate of North West, but also the north west in general. I am sure that all members would be happy to get an update on where we are at with the east Kimberley expansion as it relates to the Ord River agricultural area. I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I thank the member for North West for the question. The member has great interest in the development of not only his electorate of North West, but also the north west in general. I am sure that all members would be happy to get an update on where we are at with the east Kimberley expansion as it relates to the Ord River agricultural area. I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I will begin by paying great tribute to Teddy Carlton, the boss of the Miriuwung Gajerrong Aboriginal Corporation, and Dave Saunders, the chief executive officer. Their leadership in this project has been exemplary and can be held up as a clear example to all other Aboriginal corporations that wish to deal with government on major projects such as this. Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr E.S. Ripper : The Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation has done a great job. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr B.J. GRYLLS : It has. I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I also pay tribute to the great work done by Jeff Gooding in the Kimberley Development Commission and, now, Peter Stubbs, in his role, in making sure that we make this project a real example of engagement with traditional owners and environmental best practice, as well as the great excitement of bringing the potential of that region to fruition after many years. This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
This project would not be possible if it was not for the collaboration between the Premier and the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, who has brought the commonwealth component to this project. Gary Gray and I have had the job of implementing that partnership agreement. Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Members can see that there is a seamless relationship between the state and commonwealth, traditional owners, government agencies—not only the development commission, but a raft of government agencies, including Water, Agriculture and Food, and Housing. It is truly a project that crosses all boundaries of government. I am happy to advise the house that it is progressing well. I urge all members to keep a close eye on what is happening in one of the most remote parts of the state. I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I am happy to announce that an expression of interest seeking contractors to construct and manage the delivery of infrastructure for the expansion of the irrigation area was advertised on 9 September. It has generated a huge initial response from industry, with the EOI document having already been downloaded from the LandCorp website 146 times. LandCorp will be looking for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor who is capable of handling a contract of this size—it will involve an estimated spend in excess of $15 million a month as we begin, in next year’s dry—to roll out that irrigation and road infrastructure. Most importantly, and this is the reason that the relationship with Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation is so important, this contractor will be required to maximise Indigenous participation and business opportunities in the project as per the Aboriginal development package that the Attorney General and I signed with the Miriuwung Gajerrong corporation on 1 September. The Aboriginal development package was a key milestone in this project. The Ord final agreement, negotiated by the previous government, required that the Aboriginal development package be brought to fruition. That required intense negotiations over many months and had my personal involvement and that of many others to make sure that this project wove right through the whole process—the participation and outcomes expected by the Miriuwung Gajerrong people, because they gave up their native title rights to allow this project to take place. Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr E.S. Ripper : I congratulate you for that approach to them. Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
Mr B.J. GRYLLS : I am very proud we have reached the heads of agreement stage with the Miriuwung Gajerrong people. We look forward to finalisation of that Aboriginal development package over the coming months. It will be needed to ensure we get a framework for all the contractors moving forward. As well as that, I am happy to inform the house that even though the federal government project is not covered by the Aboriginal development package, there is recognition from the commonwealth that, wherever possible, it can look to match the type of outcomes we hope it will from the state component of the Aboriginal development package. That is why that close working relationship between the state and the commonwealth is important to this project. We know that the eyes of not just Western Australia but also Australia are on us regarding this project. Can we get an Aboriginal development outcome from a major construction and agricultural project such as this? I am sure that when the Leader of the Opposition first envisaged the Ord final agreement, he was hoping that would be the outcome. I can assure him that, every step of the way, that is one of our foremost thoughts. We look forward to seeing the outcome of that expression of interest for contractors. The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
The framework agreements through the Aboriginal development package are being finalised now. The working relationship continues to be very good through the MG corporation. One of the big concerns in the community was that when construction gets underway that community will be inundated with a workforce that cannot be accommodated. It is therefore important that we manage that. As part of the Aboriginal development package we have provided some land for MG that we hope can be developed into a workers’ camp for accommodation. We will make sure, through LandCorp, that, I think, 86 lots in the Lakeside development will come on line to take advantage of the population growth associated with this project. I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
I am happy to continue to update the house. I encourage all members to keep a very close eye on what is happening in the East Kimberley; it is a very exciting project for not only this state but also the nation. I think it has international significance.
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