Parliamentary Committees

Public Works Committee: Christies Beach High School Special Options

Ms DIGANCE (Elder) (11:04): On behalf of the member for Colton, I move:

That the 557^th report of the Public Works Committee, entitled Christies Beach High School Special Options, be noted.

The aim of this project is to provide purpose-built facilities to teach 56 students with a wide range of disabilities, as well as a special class of 12 students. The current facilities are not purpose-built and do not meet the needs of the students or the staff. The scope of the works includes the construction of two new buildings that incorporate eight flexible general learning areas with associated outdoor learning spaces and withdrawal areas, art and multipurpose rooms, teacher preparation areas and suitable toilet facilities. There will also be a new covered walkway and entry canopy.

The cost of the project is estimated at $5 million (excluding GST), with works due to commence early this year and the project to be finalised at the end of 2017. This project falls within the category that the committee has resolved to consider on an individual basis, that is, projects under $11 million.

Given the straightforward nature of this project and the justification provided for these specific needs facilities, the committee determined that the information provided in the submission was of sufficient detail and that further oral evidence was not required. Pursuant to section 12C of the Parliamentary Committees Act 1991, the Public Works Committee reports to parliament that it recommends the proposed public works.

Mr PENGILLY (Finniss) (11:06): The opposition is totally supportive of this project.

Ms DIGANCE (Elder) (11:06): The report is noted with bipartisan support.

Motion carried.