❓ A WA parliamentary question seeks updates on the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's (DPIRD) consolidated headquarters and State Biosecurity Centre projects, including location, cost, and budget guarantee. The answer confirms the project is progressing, but details on location and timelines are still under investigation.
AnsweredQoN 1056Legislative Council
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I refer to page 117 of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) annual report that states the Department had a commitment of $328.5 million with respect to the design and construction of the new Metro Facility and $98.1 million for the State Biosecurity Centre, and I ask: (a) is DPIRD still progressing a single consolidated HQ; (b) where and when will it be built; (c) how much will it cost; (d) what is the current status of the project; and (e) will the Minister guarantee that funding will be in the upcoming budget?
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Answered
24 February 2026
Responded by
Minister for Agriculture and Food
Response time
5 days
a) Yes
b) Site locations are currently being investigated with timeframes for the project subject to site selection and design.
c) The State Government announced funding of $320 million for the facility on 2 December 2022.
d) Possible metropolitan locations for the facility are currently being investigated.
e) The State Government remains committed to providing modern, fit-for-purpose scientific facilities for DPIRD to ensure essential biosecurity operations and research functions continue to work to protect and support the state.
b) Site locations are currently being investigated with timeframes for the project subject to site selection and design.
c) The State Government announced funding of $320 million for the facility on 2 December 2022.
d) Possible metropolitan locations for the facility are currently being investigated.
e) The State Government remains committed to providing modern, fit-for-purpose scientific facilities for DPIRD to ensure essential biosecurity operations and research functions continue to work to protect and support the state.
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