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Austrade has not, as yet, shared its complete 2017-18 list of events including its forward trade mission program. ACT participation in the 2017-18 Austrade program will be made consistent with the Government’s international engagement strategy.

Parks—micro parks
(Question No 180)

Mr Coe asked the Minister for Transport and City Services, upon notice, on 12 May 2017:

(1) Can the Minister advise how much has been budgeted for Micro Parks in the financial years (a) 2016-17 to date, (b) 2017-18 and (c) 2018-19.

(2) What provision been made for the ongoing maintenance of Micro Parks.

(3) How much has been budgeted to develop the Micro Park pilot proposed to be installed in Garema Place, including for the consultation on the design.

(4) What is the timetable for the development of the Micro Park in Garema Place.

(5) Will users of Garema Place, including people who work in nearby offices and businesses, be advised of the Micro Park development and given the opportunity to comment.

(6) Can the Minister outline the composition of the jury which will consider the shortlist of designs for the Micro Park proposed to be established in Garema Place.

(7) How many other Micro Parks are expected to be installed in the Australian Capital Territory.

(8) Which sites have been identified as suitable for a Micro Park installation.

(9) Will the Micro Parks be permanent or temporary fixtures.

(10) Can the Minister outline the design parameters for a Micro Park.

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

(1)

2016-17

2017-18

2018-19

$45,000.

Nil

Budget not yet finalised

(2) Costs associated with the maintenance of the temporary micro park for Garema Place will be absorbed within the TCCS operations budget.

(3) The City Activation Unit (CAU), Office of the Coordinator General, has committed $45,000 to the Pop up Micro Park in Garema Place. In the City Canberra have also contributed $10,000. The total project funding is $55,000 (excluding GST).

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