❓ Hon. Tjorn Sibma questions the Minister for Housing and Works regarding the abandoned consolidation of the Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration staff at 80 Francis Street, Northbridge, including costs, timelines, and future plans. The Minister refers to a previous question and states the department continues to work on future needs.

Urban Flux—Office location48.Hon Tjorn Sibmato theparliamentary secretary representing the Minister for Housing and Works:I refer to the abandonment of plans to consolidate the Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration staff at 80 Francis Street, Northbridge.(1) How much has the government spent on this project, including consultant costs, so far?(2) When was it clear to the minister's officials that their plans could not proceed and when was this decision formalised?(3) When was the minister advised of the above?(4) What is the future of the staff consolidation process? When and where will the construction of an appropriate building commence?

Hon Dr Katrina Stratton replied:I thank the honourable member for some notice of the question. I provide the following on behalf of the Minister for Housing and Works.(1)–(3) Please refer to Legislative Council question without notice 3.(4) The Department of Housing and Works supports government agencies with their office accommodation requirements and continues to work on future needs. Urban Flux—Office location