❓ A parliamentary question regarding the Victoria Quay ING development in Fremantle, focusing on planning approvals, funding for the Phillimore Street master plan, and upgrade costs. The Minister provides updates and tables relevant documents.
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VICTORIA QUAY ING DEVELOPMENT
I acknowledge the president and members of the Fremantle Society in the public gallery this afternoon. The developer of the controversial Victoria Quay ING development in Fremantle was quoted in the Fremantle Herald on 13 February this year as saying that building work would get underway after Christmas. (1) Will the minister please table the latest Western Australian Planning Commission approved plan for the ING development? (2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY
I acknowledge the president and members of the Fremantle Society in the public gallery this afternoon. The developer of the controversial Victoria Quay ING development in Fremantle was quoted in the Fremantle Herald on 13 February this year as saying that building work would get underway after Christmas. (1) Will the minister please table the latest Western Australian Planning Commission approved plan for the ING development? (2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY
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I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
The developer of the controversial Victoria Quay ING development in Fremantle was quoted in the Fremantle Herald on 13 February this year as saying that building work would get underway after Christmas. (1) Will the minister please table the latest Western Australian Planning Commission approved plan for the ING development? (2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(1) Will the minister please table the latest Western Australian Planning Commission approved plan for the ING development? (2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested.
(3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
[See paper 1291.]
The developer of the controversial Victoria Quay ING development in Fremantle was quoted in the Fremantle Herald on 13 February this year as saying that building work would get underway after Christmas. (1) Will the minister please table the latest Western Australian Planning Commission approved plan for the ING development? (2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(1) Will the minister please table the latest Western Australian Planning Commission approved plan for the ING development? (2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(2) Will the minister update the house on the status of the funding of the Phillimore Street master plan, given that implementation of that plan is a condition of ING’s development approval? (3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(3) Will the minister confirm who is paying for the upgrade to Phillimore Street, how much it is estimated this will cost, and when such upgrade is to occur? Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr J.H.D. DAY replied: I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
I thank the member for Fremantle for notice of this question. She, in fact, gave notice yesterday, which gave me and my office plenty of time to get the information requested. (1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
(1) I am advised that in December of last year, the proponent, ING, satisfied the design conditions of approval that had been applied by the WA Planning Commission when it gave its initial approval of the project in 2007. By way of background, three years prior to this time, the proposal had been the subject of quite substantial debate, public meetings and submissions in the Fremantle area. I acknowledge people from Fremantle in the public gallery, at least some of whom were involved in those public meetings and discussions. There was also community consultation and surveys carried out, as well as heritage, retail and traffic studies undertaken. As a result of all that, the proposal has undergone a significant reduction in scale and design. It is a significant development for Fremantle, and it will enhance, in my view, the amenity of the area with increased activation through the development of entertainment spaces and commercial space, and also a substantial retail development. The total value of the investment was estimated at about $200 million in 2007; it will obviously be somewhat higher now. The development includes 12 000 square metres of shops and entertainment facilities, including 2 500 square metres of retail area—including food and beverage tenancies—and 9 500 square metres of high-quality specialised retailing and entertainment facilities. It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested. (2) I am advised that the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan is not a condition of the ING development approval. (3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
It is notable that the location is on Victoria Quay, as the member stated in her question, and it is very close to where Queen Mary 2 was berthed on Sunday. I think the member for Fremantle was one of a number of members of Parliament from both sides—including me, I am pleased to say—who had the opportunity of spending a couple of hours on Queen Mary 2 on her maiden visit to Fremantle. I think everybody will agree that it is a magnificent ship. Significantly, we are seeing an increased amount of cruise activity and tourism activity through the port of Fremantle, and I think everybody would have to agree that that is a good thing for Fremantle and the Western Australian economy. In a moment I will table the documents as requested.
(3) I am advised that Fremantle Ports, the City of Fremantle, and the Public Transport Authority have in place a working group to manage the issues associated with the implementation of the Phillimore Street master plan. Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr E.S. Ripper : That does not say who is paying for it. Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr J.H.D. DAY : Indeed. If the member listens to my next sentence he will hear that the funding and timing of the works is one issue being discussed by this group; in other words, that is obviously still under consideration. Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Members will see, from the plans I have seen and am about to table, that this will be a pretty substantial development. It has been under consideration for a number of years under this and the former government, and I am pleased that the WA Planning Commission, during the period of this government, has, essentially, given final approval, with appropriate conditions of course, and that ING can go ahead with the development. Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr E.S. Ripper : Are you enthusiastic about the approval? Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
Mr J.H.D. DAY : I support decisions being made and positive economic development occurring in Western Australia. I am sure this will be to the economic benefit of Fremantle. Having said that, I am not sure that the company has made a final decision to go ahead with the project; obviously it has all of its financial considerations to take into account, and it is up to the company to provide advice about when it is likely to undertake its development. I table these documents. [See paper 1291.]
[See paper 1291.]
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