❓ Mr. Jones asks about the government's investment in local healthcare, particularly in Darling Range. Ms. Hammat details the Byford Health Hub project, highlighting its comprehensive services and accessibility.

Health care—Byford Health Hub61.Mr Hugh Jonesto theMinister for Health:I refer to the Cook Labor government's commitment to delivering better health services closer to home. Can the minister advise the house how this government is investing in local, convenient and high-quality health care, including in my electorate of Darling Range?

Ms Meredith Hammat replied:I thank the member for the question. I want to recognise his advocacy not just in relation to health services for his community, but around a whole range of issues. I thank the member for his advocacy. As the member knows, Byford is one of the our fastest growing areas in the state and, indeed, right around Australia. It is great to have the opportunity to talk about how last month, alongside the Premier, the Minister for Health Infrastructure and, of course, the member for Darling Range, we attended an event to mark the commencement of the construction of the new Byford Health Hub. The health hub model that we are building in Byford is a first for WA because it will provide a single entry point for residents to access a range of primary care, along with community, social and specialist healthcare services, all in one convenient location. There is an incredible diversity of services in this new state-of-the-art facility. On the ground floor there is going to be a specialised area for primary care, pathology and a mobile X-ray. The first floor will house 28 consultation rooms for private and public outpatient providers so that they can deliver both telehealth and in-person appointments. There will also be mental health services, four consultation rooms and a therapy room that can be used for family or group sessions. There is also a well-equipped gym so there can community–based rehabilitation services for people to be able to stay active and avoid an escalation to more medical care, particularly with a focus on older adults. There will also be three clinic rooms for child health nurses, with a welcoming waiting area to welcome parents and children.But it gets better because the centre, as the member for Darling Range knows, is opposite the new Byford Metronet station, building on our government's investment in the broader region with this highly accessible hub. It will not just support better health outcomes for the Byford community—it is one many initiatives that our government is progressing to alleviate pressure on hospitals. But, importantly, it will deliver more care in the community close to where people live. This project is part of our government's $4.9 billion infrastructure investment that is delivering a range of projects right around the state that are going to make a real difference to Western Australians being able to access the care they need when they need it. Health care—Byford Health Hub