Page 2358 - Week 06 - Thursday, 10 May 2012
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I have no plans to change the territory plan variations. I have no plans to do that. But there are a variety of different options that could be pursued in relation to any sale, or not, of the land. We will have those conversations. I do not think it will be possible to reach a consensus. There will always be someone who will be unhappy with the outcome.
Mr Smyth: Point of order, Mr Speaker.
MR SPEAKER: One moment, Mr Barr. Stop the clocks.
Mr Smyth: It was a very simple question: do you intend to sell the land following consultation?
MR SPEAKER: Mr Barr, if we can focus on the question, thank you.
MR BARR: Thank you, Mr Speaker. I was just outlining the different options that are available to government. A decision has not been taken as yet as to what will happen with that land. We will have a workshop with the community and discuss the variety of options. Am I determined to sell the land? No.
MR HARGREAVES: A supplementary.
MR SPEAKER: Yes, Mr Hargreaves.
MR HARGREAVES: Minister, in terms of the block of land that Mr Smyth is referring to, what is the state of repair of the playground equipment on that block and is it in the refurbishment or replacement program?
MR BARR: I understand that the equipment is somewhat rundown and that there is a view from some in the community that there is a need to replace the playground. It may be possible that a replacement—
Mr Hanson interjecting—
MR SPEAKER: Mr Hanson, thank you.
Mr Hanson interjecting—
MR SPEAKER: Mr Hanson!
MR BARR: playground can be provided and some development could occur. In fact the two could work quite well together as an outcome. That is something that should be discussed. But the idea that land that has been zoned for this purpose for 30 years should suddenly be rezoned because Mr Smyth put a few letters in a letterbox is not a reasonable proposition.
Mr Seselja: A hundred people.
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