Mr. Graham questions delays in the Nullagine Health Clinic replacement, initially budgeted in May 2000. The Minister cites planning and cyclone-related site changes as reasons for the delay, but states the project remains within budget with construction scheduled for February 2003.

AnsweredQoN 607Legislative Assembly
Asked
3 December 2002
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Health

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(1) Has there been any delay in the commencement of the construction of the replacement Nullagine Health Clinic since its inclusion in the State Budget in May 2000?
(2) If the answer to (1) is no, what was the anticipated commencement date set in May 2000?
(3) If the answer to (1) is yes, to what are the delays attributable?
(4) Has the amount budgeted for been increased to compensate for any delays?
(5) If the answer to (4) is no, why not?
(6) If the answer to (4) is yes, what additional amount has been budgeted?
(7) On what date will construction commence?
(8) On what date will construction be completed?

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Answered
5 December 2002
Responded by
Minister for Health
Response time
2 days
1.
Yes.
2.
Not applicable.
3.
Delays were attributable to Health Service Planning for the West Pilbara Region prior to appointment of architects. Flooding of the existing Health Clinic in February 2002 resulting from cyclone Chris led to a decision to acquire a new site on higher ground for the new clinic.
4.
No.
5.
The latest estimated total cost for this project is within the original budget allowance.
6.
Not applicable.
7.
Scheduled construction commencement is February 2003.
8.
Scheduled completion is July 2003.

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