MOUNT TORRENS GOLD BATTERY

In reply to the Hon. J.M.A. LENSINK (9 November 2011) (First Session).

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, Minister for Forests, Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Tourism, Minister for the Status of Women): The Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy is advised that:

1. A number of security measures have been taken to restrict unauthorised access to the buildings located at the Mount Torrens Gold battery site.

All buildings have been secured with pad bolts and locks, and openings covered with metal cladding.

The gate which allows access to the land is secured with a chain and lock.

All identified asbestos products have been removed and replaced with appropriate material.

2. The Mount Torrens Gold battery site is listed on the State Heritage Register. The Department for Manufacturing, Innovation, Trade, Resources and Energy will continue to work with the local community and other Government agencies to ensure the site is maintained appropriately.