A WA parliamentary question addresses the lack of fencing at Aboriginal homes in Bellary Springs, particularly concerning the safety of young families and funding for fencing under the National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Housing. The Minister's response indicates action to address the specific case.

AnsweredQoN 3150Legislative Assembly
Asked
15 June 2010
Portfolio
Housing

QuestionView source ↗

In reference to fencing of the Injie family home at Bellary Springs:
(a) how many homes remain unfenced at the Bellary aboriginal community near Paraburdoo;
(b)
under the National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Housing, is the provision of a fence one means of addressing poor housing conditions to achieve improvements in indigenous health; and
(c) can the Minister guarantee that an unfenced yard is a safe place for a young family; and
(i) if not, will the Minister make funds available to address this situation?

AnswerView source ↗

Answered
10 August 2010
Responded by
Minister for Housing
Response time
56 days
The Department of Housing advises:
(a) Two.
(b) Yes
Under the National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Housing the Department as a general rule complies with the National Indigenous Housing Guide which recommends the installation of fencing to new houses.
(c) - (c) (i) A Departmental representative is scheduled to contact the Injie family to discuss fencing alternatives at the property and funding options.
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