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❓ Hon. Anthony Spagnolo inquires about the redevelopment status of the former Albert Apartments site in South Perth. The Minister responds that the site will be refurbished for social housing.

AnsweredQoN 1203Legislative Council

Asked

24 February 2026

Member

Hon Anthony Spagnolo

Portfolio

Planning and Lands; Housing and Works; Health Infrastructure

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I refer to the former Albert Apartments site at 8 Albert Street, South Perth, which remains under State Government control and appears undeveloped, can the Minister advise: (a) whether any demolition permits, development applications, expressions of interest, sale processes, or redevelopment plans have been initiated or lodged since 2024; (b) the Government’s intended timeline to activate this site; and (c) whether the Government has considered targeted outcomes for this high-value land consistent with social and housing priorities?

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Answered

5 May 2026

Responded by

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Planning and Lands; Housing and Works; Health Infrastructure

Response time

9 days

(a) – (c) The apartment block at 8 Albert Street, South Perth, has been decanted and will undergo a full refurbishment. This will ensure the ageing apartment complex is safe and fit for purpose for the long term. Following full refurbishment, the complex will return to service social housing.

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