Question regarding the implementation status of a promised sub-acute mental health facility in Bunbury. The answer outlines the stage of development and projected timelines, contingent on budget approval.

AnsweredQoN 1915Legislative Council
Asked
22 October 2014
Portfolio
Mental Health

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I refer to the sub acute mental health facility election commitment, and I ask: (a) what is the implementation status of the election commitment to build a sub acute mental health facility in Bunbury; (b) when will works commence; and (c) when is the facility expected to be operating?

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Answered
3 December 2014
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health
Response time
42 days
(a) A business case, reflecting the full costing requirements for capital and operational is being developed as part of the 2015/16 State Budget process.
(b) Subject to Government's approval as part of the 2015/16 budget, works are anticipated to commence in late 2015 and are contingent on planning/development approvals and the licensing process.
(c) It would be expected that the facility will become operational in the 2016/17 financial year, depending on approval and construction and procurement timelines.

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