❓ A WA parliamentary question regarding the outcome of public consultation for the Kings Park management plan. The Minister outlines changes made based on public submissions, including maintaining lemon scented gums and no parking fees.
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In congratulating the Kings Park and botanic gardens management board for its outreach work in my electorate and others, I ask whether the minister will advise us of the outcome of the public consultation period for the new management plan 2004-09 and outline any changes made to the plan as a result of the public submissions? Dr J.M. EDWARDS
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Kings Park and its botanic gardens are a very important place in Western Australia. Each year it is visited by over 5 million visitors, and more than 900 000 people have been across the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Therefore, it is an area that everyone holds in high regard. Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Dr J.M. EDWARDS replied: Kings Park and its botanic gardens are a very important place in Western Australia. Each year it is visited by over 5 million visitors, and more than 900 000 people have been across the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Therefore, it is an area that everyone holds in high regard. Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Kings Park and its botanic gardens are a very important place in Western Australia. Each year it is visited by over 5 million visitors, and more than 900 000 people have been across the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Therefore, it is an area that everyone holds in high regard. Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Dr J.M. EDWARDS replied: Kings Park and its botanic gardens are a very important place in Western Australia. Each year it is visited by over 5 million visitors, and more than 900 000 people have been across the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Therefore, it is an area that everyone holds in high regard. Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Kings Park and its botanic gardens are a very important place in Western Australia. Each year it is visited by over 5 million visitors, and more than 900 000 people have been across the new Lotterywest Federation Walkway. Therefore, it is an area that everyone holds in high regard. Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Today I was pleased to launch the next five-year management plan. We received 240 submissions on the draft management plans, so there was a lot of community interest. Some of the features of that plan are for Fraser Avenue near the war memorial to be diverted behind the restaurant, and for a better walking/pedestrian access area to be established between the restaurant and the war memorial. The lemon scented gums that people really like, despite the fact that they are not native to Western Australia - Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Mr M.W. Trenorden: They are New South Wales gums. Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Dr J.M. EDWARDS: Yes, New South Wales gums; they will be maintained and the authority will now put in place a plan to manage those trees that die, as will happen over time, because some of them are quite aged. One important part of the plan is that no parking fees will be introduced in Kings Park. In the draft management plan that idea had been floated, but it will not happen. With so many people enjoying the facilities, they will not be charged to park. This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
This morning I was also delighted on behalf of Lotterywest to present the Friends of Kings Park with a cheque for $1.2 million to refurbish the family areas. The Ivy Watson playground and the areas around Hale Oval will be refurbished. I am informed that, among other things, the lawns around the Ivy Watson playground did not need a mow for 18 months because the grass was kept low by so many kids using the playground! Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
Finally, I think all members of Parliament will join with me in wishing Dr Steve Hopper well. He is retiring as the Chief Executive Officer of the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority and moving to greener pastures and a new appointment at the University of Western Australia. On behalf of all members, I pay tribute to his leadership and what he has done with the authority over the past 12 years.
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