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MINISTER FOR URBAN SERVICES

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY QUESTION

QUESTION NO 1020

Government Schools - Exposed Aggregate Surfaces

Mr Cornwell - asked the Minister for Urban Services - In relation to Government Schools -

Is exposed aggregate being put down instead of concrete; if so (a) what is the life expectancy of both . surfaces; (b) what are the costs of both surfaces (i) to install and (ii) to maintain and (c) how safe is each surface.

Mr Connolly - the answer to the Members question is as follows:,

Yes.

(a) Life expectancy of both types for practical purposes is the same as that of the building.

(b) (i) On current prices broom finish is $265 per square meter and washed exposed aggregate is $271 per square meter to install.,

(ii) Both are maintained at the same rate and similar cost.

(c) Both surfaces are non slip paving and exposed aggregate provides less glare and is usually less abrasive than broom finish when appropriate aggregate is used.

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