❓ This WA parliamentary question concerns the Muchea Saleyard project, the closure of the Midland saleyard, and related issues such as land sales, remediation, and the impact of other saleyard developments. It also touches on livestock exports and the RSPCA's role.
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(b) what is the cost for all the components of the Muchea Saleyard project, including - (i) cattle; (ii) sheep; (iii) washdown; (iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS; (c) with the closure of the Midland saleyard, where is it proposed that pigs will be sold; (d) what is the estimated value of the Grasmere (Midland) site; (e) how much land has been sold at the Grasmere site and at what value; (f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(ii) sheep; (iii) washdown; (iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(iii) washdown; (iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(x) AQIS;
(d) what is the estimated value of the Grasmere (Midland) site; (e) how much land has been sold at the Grasmere site and at what value; (f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(e) how much land has been sold at the Grasmere site and at what value; (f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
b) (i) $3.72 million b) (ii) $3.4 million b) (iii) $120,000 b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (ii) $3.4 million b) (iii) $120,000 b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (iii) $120,000 b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
(i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
(i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
(ii) sheep; (iii) washdown; (iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(iii) washdown; (iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(iv) parking; (v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(v) effluent disposal; (vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(vi) grey water; (vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(vii) ablutions; (viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(viii) canteen; (ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(ix) road access; and (x) AQIS;
(x) AQIS;
(d) what is the estimated value of the Grasmere (Midland) site; (e) how much land has been sold at the Grasmere site and at what value; (f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(e) how much land has been sold at the Grasmere site and at what value; (f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(f) where are those funds now placed; (g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(g) what is the cost of re-mediating the Midland Saleyard site; (h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(h) what contaminants exist on the Midland site; (i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(i) how is it intended that these contaminants will be removed; (j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(j) where will these contaminants be removed to; (k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(k) what impact will the proposed saleyards at Northam and Katanning have on the Muchea project; (l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(l) has the Government conducted any studies or research on the outcome of the proposals at Northam, Katanning and Muchea; (i) if not, why not; (m) have the Shires of Katanning and Northam, or any of the proponents of these yards, sought Government assistance, financial or otherwise, for these projects; (n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(n) has the Minister or representatives of the Government met with these Councils or proponents regarding these projects, and what was the outcome; (o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(o) will funds be quarantined from the sale of the Grasmere site to upgrade existing saleyards; (p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(p) does the Government intend to construct, or facilitate the construction of, new yards at Kemerton; (i) if so, what animals will be sold there; (q) is it intended that saleyards will remain at Manjimup and Boyanup; (i) if not, why not; (r) has there been a study conducted on the existing country saleyard network; (i) if not, why not; (s) does the Government support James Point as an export site; (i) if not, why not; (t) does the Government support live cattle and live sheep exports from Western Australia; (i) if not, why not; (u) given the RSPCA’s policy to oppose livestock exports, has the Government met with the RSPCA to discuss the issue; (i) if so, what was the outcome of the meeting; (v) what level of funding has the State Government provided to the RSPCA in each of the last five years; (w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(w) what action has the Government taken, or does it intend to take, in relation to the RSPCA’s policy on livestock export, given that the RSPCA is funded by the State Government and also polices the Animal Welfare Act 2001 ; (x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(x) does the Government support the James Point site as a marshalling point for live exports; (i) if not, why not; (y) does the Government have any plans to remove livestock export from Fremantle; (i) if yes, where does the Government intend to shift the export facilities; (z) what plans do the Fremantle Port Authority and the Department of Planning and Infrastructure have for the future of livestock export; and (aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
(aa) has the Government had any discussions with the Kwinana Council regarding livestock exports and facilities; (i) if yes, what was the detail of those discussions?
b) (i) $3.72 million b) (ii) $3.4 million b) (iii) $120,000 b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (ii) $3.4 million b) (iii) $120,000 b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (iii) $120,000 b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers. b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost. c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum. There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed. d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST). f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
f) Those funds are currently on term deposit. g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area. h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure. (i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
(i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site. j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
j) Not Applicable k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker. The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility. The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam. Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors. Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome. l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development. l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
l) (i) Not applicable m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment. n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above. o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board. p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West. This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry. q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
q) As for (p). r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
r) As for (p). s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006. s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
s) (i) Not applicable t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State. (i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
(i) Not applicable u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed. Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005. v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget. w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition. y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
y) No. y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
y) (i) Not applicable z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed. z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure. z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
AnswerView source ↗
Answered
15 September 2005
Responded by
Minister representing the Minister for Agriculture and Forestry
Response time
30 days
a) It is estimated to be up to $16.4 million.
b) (i) $3.72 million
b) (ii) $3.4 million
b) (iii) $120,000
b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million
b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers.
b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway
b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost.
c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum.
There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed.
d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation
e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST).
f) Those funds are currently on term deposit.
g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area.
h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure.
(i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site.
j) Not Applicable
k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker.
The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility.
The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam.
Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors.
Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome.
l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development.
l) (i) Not applicable
m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment.
n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above.
o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board.
p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West.
This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry.
q) As for (p).
r) As for (p).
s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006.
s) (i) Not applicable
t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State.
(i) Not applicable
u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed.
Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005.
v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget.
w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act.
x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition.
y) No.
y) (i) Not applicable
z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed.
z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure.
z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
b) (i) $3.72 million
b) (ii) $3.4 million
b) (iii) $120,000
b) (iv)(v)(vi) These are all components of civil works totaling $2.1 million
b) (vii)(viii) These are all part of services to be provided for the facility which total $500,000, this also includes offices for Management, Agents and Buyers.
b) (ix) Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) will contribute $800,000 to the construction of an access road including truck turning lanes on Great Northern Highway
b) (x) WAMIA assumes this refers to Live Export Aggregation area. This facility will be constructed with salvaged material from the Midland saleyard at minimal cost.
c) The current throughput of pigs at Midland Saleyard is just 13,000 pigs per annum.
There will be no pig selling facility provided at Muchea. Existing regional pig sale facilities are available for use and industry consultation will continue on where pig sales can take place once Midland is closed.
d) The WAMIA owns significant freehold land titles in Hazelmere in addition to two Crown Land reserve holdings in Midland. These combined landholdings are estimated to be worth $16.5 million after remediation
e) WAMIA has sold 16.4 ha of freehold land in Hazelmere for $6.05 million (inclusive of GST).
f) Those funds are currently on term deposit.
g) The Midland Redevelopment Authority (MRA) indicated in June 2004 that with a Department of Environment approved remediation plan as part of the overall MRA development, remediation costs could be contained to $1.575 million for WAMIA's Crown reserve holdings at Midland. There is also the risk of it being a higher figure any where up to $4.1 million if not undertaken as part of MRA's overall redevelopment plan for the area.
h) The main contaminants are asbestos and general cinder ash contamination associated with railway infrastructure.
(i) Under the MRA remediation strategy it is not intended for the asbestos dump to be removed. The cinder ash will be extracted in accordance with Department of Environment guidelines and placed beneath a containment cell built over the asbestos dump on the saleyard site. This containment cell will become a vegetation reserve and not developed. MRA have used this technique to remediate the majority of the adjoining Midland Railway Workshop Site.
j) Not Applicable
k) The Katanning Saleyard redevelopment will benefit the livestock industry in Western Australia in ensuring that modern facilities catering for animal welfare, biosecurity and occupational health and safety are maximised. This project is complementary to Muchea and to the existing cattle saleyard at Mt Barker.
The Northam development will significantly impact on the redevelopment of the Katanning Saleyard as it would impact the catchment of the Katanning Saleyard and could therefore jeopardise the Shire of Katanning's plans to provide a replacement facility.
The impact of Northam on Muchea would also be significant and would result in a reduction in sheep throughput. However Muchea is a multi-species facility with additional opportunities for development within the buffer zone. The business case for Muchea is therefore still financially sound with the construction of Northam.
Muchea is the preferred site for the replacement facility for Midland and has broad industry support from all sectors.
Government went through an extensive consultation period to determine this outcome.
l) Yes, WAMIA reviewed its business case for Muchea accounting for the potential impact of the Northam Saleyard development.
l) (i) Not applicable
m) The Shires of Northam and Katanning have sought Government assistance. No financial assistance has been offered and it has been pointed out that the proceeds of the sale of the Midland Saleyards are committed to the Muchea development. The Department of Agriculture and WAMIA have provided assistance for the Katanning Saleyard's redevelopment. WAMIA has provided the Shire of Katanning with all due diligence documentation in relation to Muchea to assist the Shire in undertaking its due diligence process for their redevelopment.
n) The Minister has met with representatives from the Shire of Northam and Katanning and responded as per above.
o) The Government has quarantined the funds derived from the sale of WAMIA's assets in Midland and Hazelmere to provide a replacement facility for Midland. Any proceeds derived by the project in excess of the establishment costs of the replacement facilities will be subject to discussions between the Treasurer, the Minister, and the WAMIA Board.
p) The Western Australian Meat Industry Authority (WAMIA) is currently drafting a State Saleyards Strategy which will include the consideration of upgrading or replacing existing saleyards in the South West.
This will be released to the public following extensive consultation with industry.
q) As for (p).
r) As for (p).
s) James Point Pty Ltd received environmental approval to export livestock through the proposed Stage 1 port facility at James Point in November 2004. The relevant environmental license, together with related conditions, was issued in April 2005. The required planning approvals for the Stage 1 port facility are currently the subject of a Metropolitan Region Scheme amendment and a decision on the proposed amendment is currently expected in 2006.
s) (i) Not applicable
t) The Government supports a humane trade in live animals and notes that the industry provides substantial economic and employment benefits for the State.
(i) Not applicable
u) & ( u) (i)The RSPCA has been philosophically opposed to livestock export, nationally, for over a decade. They are not opposed to farming but hold the view that livestock export should be replaced with a chilled/frozen meat trade so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to the point of production and that long distance transport is minimised. Their position is well known and has not changed.
Regular contact with the RSPCA is maintained by the Senior Veterinary Officer of the Department of Agriculture. The last meeting was held 12 September 2005.
v) The Government has provided funding of $250,000 per year to the RSPCA over the last four years and has committed to continue this funding for the next four years. This amount constitutes about 8 per cent of RSPCA Western Australia's operational budget.
w) The RSPCA carries out excellent work on behalf of the Western Australian community and has always policed the Animal Welfare Act without fear or favour in an exemplary manner. Their policing work and community education activities in relation to the wide range of animals and animal welfare issues in the state more than justify Government support. The fact that they hold a philosophical view on livestock export that differs with the Government's policy is an example of democracy at work and has no relevance to Government funding or to the excellent relationship between Government and the RSPCA. The Government wishes to see the RSPCA continue promoting animal welfare and enforcing the Animal Welfare Act.
x) & (i) James Point Pty Ltd has not progressed environmental approval for its proposal to establish a marshalling point for livestock at James Point and it is understood that they have abandoned this proposal. It is understood that this is due to community opposition.
y) No.
y) (i) Not applicable
z) Livestock exports are part of general port operations and have been conducted through Fremantle Port for many decades. There are no current plans for this to be changed.
z) (aa) There have been no discussions to the knowledge of the Department of Agriculture or the Department of Planning and Infrastructure.
z)(aa)(i) Not applicable
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