Hon. Adele Farina questions why the new Department of Parks and Wildlife office in Bunbury didn't require Regional Development Council approval and seeks clarification on the approval process. The Minister's answer clarifies the Council's advisory role and lack of approval power over funding allocations.

AnsweredQoN 4306Legislative Council
Asked
23 August 2016
Portfolio
Regional Development

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(1) I refer to the Minister’s advice that the proposed new Department of Parks and Wildlife Office on Koombana Drive, Bunbury was not subject to Regional Development Council approval and ask why not? (2) How is it determined whether a project requires Regional Development Council approval and who makes this determination?

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Answered
7 September 2016
Responded by
Leader of the House representing the Minister for Regional Development
Response time
15 days
(1)-(2)      In accordance with the Regional Development Commissions Act 1993, the Regional Development Council (Council) is an advisory body to the Western Australian Government on regional development issues. The Council does not approve Royalties for Regions funding allocations.

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