School Infrastructure Projects, Mount Gambier

In reply to Mr BELL (Mount Gambier) (12 May 2021).

The Hon. J.A.W. GARDNER (Morialta—Minister for Education): I have been advised:

Grant High School is undergoing a $7 million capital works upgrade.

Key scope for the upgrade includes:

construction of a new building to house performing arts, general learning areas and a new canteen;

refurbishing an existing building to provide additional learning areas including a science laboratory and art room;

new student courtyard hub with covered outdoor areas for individual and group study;

removing aged transportable buildings with asbestos.

The project architect is the Brown Falconer Group and the project builder is Kennett.

Construction commenced in July 2020 and is currently anticipated to reach practical completion in August 2021.

Moorak Primary School has been allocated $1.855 million to deliver a modular preschool facility:

The facility will include activity areas, withdrawal space, kitchen, administrative support areas, toilet amenities and an outdoor play area. The building is designed to meet the National Quality Standards.

Tender evaluation for the construction contract is currently underway.

The project is currently anticipated for completion in December 2021.