House of Assembly: Thursday, September 12, 2024

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State Emergency Service Fleet Renewal

In reply to Mr PEDERICK (Hammond) (25 June 2024). (Estimates Committee A)

The Hon. D.R. CREGAN (Kavel—Minister for Police, Emergency Services and Correctional Services, Special Minister of State): I have been advised:

Construction of the replacement vessel located at Wallaroo will commence during the 2024-25 financial year with an estimated construction time of nine to 12 months, subject to any unforeseen delays. Following completion, sea trials and acceptance, the new vessel will be 'commissioned' into service and the former vessel decommissioned.

It is currently anticipated that construction of the vessel to be located at Lonsdale will commence in the 2025-26 financial year and be completed within a 12-month construction envelope, at which time it will be 'commissioned' into service and the former vessel decommissioned, which is likely to be in the 2026-27 financial year.