Page 3701 - Week 10 - Thursday, 19 September 2019
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(4) Did the Government receive requests from the community and others to undertake this project; if yes, (a) how many requests were received and (b) who submitted the requests.
(5) What is the reasoning behind the decision to refurbish the playground and provide extra green space at this location, and not at any other location in the Gungahlin Town Centre.
(6) What is the anticipated usage of the new playground and green space area.
Mr Steel: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:
(1) The funding allocation for the new playground was realised through savings from the duplication of Horse Park Drive.
(2) The Minister approved reallocation of savings from Horse Park Drive.
(3) In early 2018, signage was in place in and around the Gungahlin Town Centre providing general advice of planned works in the Gungahlin area, this signage was inclusive of the playground which is now under construction. Prior to the commencement of construction in early July 2019, the Marketplace was contacted with regards to the work.
(4) A gap was identified in play spaces within Gungahlin for children of all ages.
(5) The Gungahlin Place corridor has been designed in such a way to maximise line of sight to the north and south for people within the Gungahlin Town Centre. The new playground will attract families with children of all ages to the area, improving the amenity and embracing inclusivity. Additionally, the proximity of the light rail provides easy access for patrons of public transport to utilise the new playground.
Through consideration of all these elements coupled with the augmentation of Hibberson Street and the new Gungahlin Bus Station, utilisation of the space next to the existing playground was an optimal location to tie together completed upgrades in the Gungahlin Town Centre.
(6) It is expected that the usage of the new playground and green space area will largely be by families with young children. Through interactive play equipment, landscaping improvements inclusive of rubber softfall, street furniture, stepping stones/stumps, walking planks and totem poles, children and parents alike will be able to play in and explore the area.
Light rail—project delivery report
(Question No 2597)
Miss Burch asked the Minister for Transport and City Services, upon notice, on 2 August 2019 (redirected to the Minister for Transport):
In relation to the City to Gungahlin Light Rail Project Delivery Report, Table 11 – Settlement of Construction Claims, can the Minister provide a breakdown of claims
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