PUBLIC HOUSING

In reply to Ms CHAPMAN (Bragg—Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (30 June 2008).

The Hon. J.M. RANKINE (Wright—Minister for Families and Communities, Minister for Northern Suburbs, Minister for Housing, Minister for Ageing, Minister for Disability): I am advised that the Newbuild and Redevelopment program completed 373 new houses in 2007-08 for public housing and community housing.

In 2008-09, the combined Newbuild and Redevelopment program is expected to complete 453 new houses.