Legislative Council - Fifty-Second Parliament, First Session (52-1)
2011-09-15 Daily Xml

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ROYAL ADELAIDE HOSPITAL

In reply to the Hon. D.W. RIDGWAY (Leader of the Opposition) (18 May 2011).

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Public Sector Management, Minister for the Status of Women, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Government Enterprises, Minister for Gambling): The Minister for Health has advised:

1. The question remains hypothetical and a real answer cannot be given to a hypothetical question. The new Royal Adelaide Hospital will be the greenest hospital in Australia. In a media release, the Green Building Council Australia said:

'According to Chief Executive of the GBCA, Romilly Madew, SA Health has targeted a 4 Star Green Star rating for the hospital project, representing 'best practice' in environmentally-sustainable design.'

'SA Health should be acknowledged as a national leader in sustainable health facilities, with a commitment to minimising environmental impacts and effectively future-proofing its buildings'.

2. No. Contractual and Financial close has been reached.