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4. The need to duplicate William Hovell Drive will be considered as part of the assessment of overall road infrastructure requirements in the ACT. At this stage, the need to duplicate this road has not been identified in the 10 year forward plan covering major road infrastructure requirements. This plan is reviewed on an annual basis.

Roads—Kelleway Avenue
(Question No 187)

Mr Coe asked the Minister for Transport, upon notice, on 2 April 2009:

(1) How much did recent roadwork undertaken on Kelleway Avenue near the Nicholls shops cost.

(2) When was the decision made that the work was not adequate and had to be partially re-done.

(3) How much will fixing the roadworks cost.

Mr Stanhope: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:

1. $28,322.49 (inc GST).

2. The middle of March 2009.

3. There is about 50 sq.metres to be repaired at an estimated cost of $2,500; this cost will be borne by the contractor.

Albert Hall—refurbishment
(Question No 188)

Mr Coe asked the Minister for the Arts and Heritage, upon notice, on 2 April 2009 (redirected to the Minister of Territory and Municipal Services):

(1) What will be the total cost of the Albert Hall refurbishment.

(2) When will the work be undertaken and completed.

Mr Stanhope: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:

1. The total cost of the Albert Hall refurbishment will be $3.223m. The ACT is providing $2.723m and the Commonwealth Government a further $0.5m in 2009-10.

2. Work has commenced on the refurbishment with the upgrade of the kitchen to be completed by late April 2009. The remaining major works including replacement of damaged heritage roof tiles, roof repairs and external painting will be completed by the end of 2009. External scaffolding will be erected once


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