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(2) The remainder of Horse Park Drive, from Gundaroo Drive to the Federal Highway, will be considered for duplication following a feasibility study that is programmed for 2014, subject to funding.

(3) The feasibility study will identify and prioritise the sections of Horse Park Drive that will require duplication as well as the recommended timing of the works.

Rivett—mowing schedule
(Question No 141)

Mrs Jones asked the Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, upon notice, on 8 August 2013 (redirected to the Acting Minister for Territory and Municipal Services):

(1) How often are the grassed areas in Rivett mowed.

(2) How often are the laneways mowed, in particular, the laneway between Nelumno Street through to Bangalay Crescent.

(3) What is the mowing schedule for Rivett and why is the mowing schedule not publically available for the residents.

Ms Gallagher: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:

(1) Depending on seasonal conditions, such as rainfall and temperature, grassed open space areas in Rivett can be mowed anywhere between five and ten times per annum. Grass is mown monthly during peak growth periods and three monthly during the rest of the year.

(2) Depending on seasonal conditions, such as rainfall and temperature, grassed laneways, including the laneways between Nelumbo Street and Bangalay Crescent in Rivett, can be mown anywhere between five and ten times per annum. Grass is mown monthly during peak growth periods and three monthly during the rest of the year.

(3) Grass in Rivett is mown monthly during peak growth periods and three monthly during the rest of the year.

During the grass growing season (October to April) the public can view the mowing schedule on the TAMS website or contact Canberra Connect to find out their suburbs mowing schedule for the coming week.

ACTION bus service—patronage
(Question No 142)

Mr Coe asked the Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, upon notice, on 8 August 2013 (redirected to the Acting Minister for Territory and Municipal Services):


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