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❓ Hon Michelle Hofmann asks about the implementation of the Auditor General's recommendations regarding portable assets, specifically concerning ChemCentre and potential adoption of its practices by other agencies. The Minister's response indicates ongoing commitment to improvement at ChemCentre.

AnsweredQoN 1574Legislative Council

Asked

14 April 2026

Member

Hon Michelle Hofmann

Portfolio

Regional Development; Ports; Science and Innovation; Medical Research; Kimberley

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I refer to the Auditor General’s Report “Controls Over Portable Assets – State Entities” (Report 10: 2025-26), and I ask:(a) does the Minister agree with the recommendations of the Auditor General;(b) will any changes be made to ChemCentre's policies in response to findings of the report;(c) what is the timeframe for any changes; and(d) in relation to the positive findings about ChemCentre, will the systems and practices used by ChemCentre be adopted by other agencies within the Minister’s portfolio?

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Answered

14 May 2026

Responded by

Minister for Regional Development; Ports; Science and Innovation; Medical Research; Kimberley

Response time

6 days

(a-d) While ChemCentre is pleased with the positive audit findings, they will continue to identify opportunities for improvement. This commitment includes regularly working to raise awareness of policy requirements, ensuring consistency and completeness of required registers and disposal processes.
The commitment to continuous improvement is ongoing and part of ChemCentre’s normal operations.

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