❓ Question regarding ChemCentre's research activities in protecting WA from chemical threats, particularly in light of past incidents like the anthrax scare. The Minister details ChemCentre's work with the US Department of Homeland Security on tracer gas dispersal in public transport systems.
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chemcentre — RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
Mr Deputy Speaker, I acknowledge students from the Harvey Primary School and their teacher Colin Brand, a relative of Sir David Brand, who were in the Speaker’s gallery today. They were able to hear some of the questions about their local community. I understand ChemCentre plays a vital role in helping to protect Western Australia from various chemical threats. I recall the anthrax problem of 10 years ago. Can the minister advise the house of the important research being conducted by ChemCentre to protect us in Western Australia? Mr W.R. MARMION
Mr Deputy Speaker, I acknowledge students from the Harvey Primary School and their teacher Colin Brand, a relative of Sir David Brand, who were in the Speaker’s gallery today. They were able to hear some of the questions about their local community. I understand ChemCentre plays a vital role in helping to protect Western Australia from various chemical threats. I recall the anthrax problem of 10 years ago. Can the minister advise the house of the important research being conducted by ChemCentre to protect us in Western Australia? Mr W.R. MARMION
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I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
I understand ChemCentre plays a vital role in helping to protect Western Australia from various chemical threats. I recall the anthrax problem of 10 years ago. Can the minister advise the house of the important research being conducted by ChemCentre to protect us in Western Australia? Mr W.R. MARMION replied: I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION replied: I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
I understand ChemCentre plays a vital role in helping to protect Western Australia from various chemical threats. I recall the anthrax problem of 10 years ago. Can the minister advise the house of the important research being conducted by ChemCentre to protect us in Western Australia? Mr W.R. MARMION replied: I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION replied: I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
I thank the member for Murray–Wellington for his question. ChemCentre comes under my control and is an area that probably does not get due recognition for the great expertise among its staff. It is an international leader in forensic science. I want to talk today about terrorism and inform the house of the important work ChemCentre has done to respond to the potential indiscriminate use of chemical agents in public spaces, which terrorists may use to cause panic, injury and death. In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
In August this year a team of two scientists from ChemCentre went to Boston, Massachusetts — Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Several members interjected. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
The DEPUTY SPEAKER: Members! Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : — on a special invitation from the United States Department of Homeland Security. The invitation from ChemCentre of Boston is quite remarkable because it was a compliment to the team at our ChemCentre to be invited by the United States to carry out this important study by Homeland Security into the dispersal of tracer gas inside the Boston underground public transport system. The team from ChemCentre took part in an exercise that involved releasing the tracer gas, which I understand was non-toxic, and tracking its movements through the underground station and rail cars, while testing the evacuation procedures. ChemCentre was asked to be part of the study because of its international expertise recognised around the world. Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Our ChemCentre possesses state-of-the art equipment. I visited ChemCentre at Curtin University, and it is a wonderful facility on the university premises. As people drive along — Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : — Manning Road they can see the centre; it is a beautiful building. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : It is in the member for Victoria Park’s electorate. Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Several members interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : It is on Manning Road. The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
The data and knowledge that will come from these experiments will be used to create new and improved policies on evacuation, prevention and detection in similarly confined spaces where large groups of people are congregating. As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
As members know, Western Australia is a booming resource state with a new underground transport system and many new office buildings. We face potential risks and it is my job as the Minister for Science and Innovation and Minister for Commerce to ensure we are at the forefront of protecting our citizens in the workplace and in recreation. Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr B.S. Wyatt interjected. Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
Mr W.R. MARMION : I take my job very seriously, member for Victoria Park, particularly the issue of safety and evacuation in serious situations. This is an example of some of the vital work ChemCentre does and I think it goes unrecognised. In particular, I would like to mention the two scientists chosen to work for the Department of Homeland Security, Dr Stephen Wilkinson, manager of the emergency response team, and Ms Erin James, the chemist in the emergency response team. This is a huge compliment to the remarkable talent of our terrific scientists here in Western Australia. I have no doubt that everyone in this place will join me in congratulating ChemCentre on the work it is doing in chemistry and in securing the safety of Western Australian citizens. Point of Order Mr T.G. STEPHENS : I rise on a point of order because I had the next question, which I believe is an important question. I have watched the ministers filibuster during their answers in question time today and take up the time of the house. The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
The DEPUTY SPEAKER: That is not a point of order.
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