❓ Mr. Zempilas questions the Attorney General on the progress of the Aboriginal-led FDV court in Broome, including project status, budget, location, and operating model. The answer reveals delays and that the operating model is yet to be developed.
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I refer to the Government’s commitment in 2021 to establish an Aboriginal‑led specialist FDV court in Broome, and I ask: (a) What is the current project status (planning, procurement, fit‑out, commissioning), and on what date did each stage commence; (b) What is the approved total budget and source of funds (by agency and program), and what has been expended to date (cash and commitments), itemised by financial year since 2021–22; (c) What premises will the court operate from (including whether within Broome Magistrates Court or an alternative location), and what capital or minor‑works are required to enable operations; and (d) Has an operating model been approved (including role of Elders/respected persons, referral pathways, eligibility, sentencing options, and integration with legal and support services such as the FDV One‑Stop Hub): (i) If so, please table it; and (ii) If not, when will it be approved?
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18 November 2025
Response time
9 days
(a) Work has been underway since April 2025 to develop a revised Project Definition Plan (PDP), following schematic design work that was completed in 2024.
(b) Current approved capital funding is $5.688 million. Cash expenditure to 30 October 2025 is $0.249 million.
(c) The Family Violence Court will operate from the Broome Courthouse precinct.
(d) No. The operating model will be developed once infrastructure and design requirements are settled.
(b) Current approved capital funding is $5.688 million. Cash expenditure to 30 October 2025 is $0.249 million.
(c) The Family Violence Court will operate from the Broome Courthouse precinct.
(d) No. The operating model will be developed once infrastructure and design requirements are settled.
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