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(4) The Canberra Strategic Transport Model has been used to assess the impact on areas surrounding William Slim Drive and show a positive impact on surrounding streets following the duplication.

Roads—traffic management
(Question No 2398)

Mrs Kikkert asked the Minister for City Services, upon notice, on 22 March 2019:

What is the anticipated date for the completion of traffic lights at the intersections at Ginninderra Drive, Tillyard Drive and Lhotsky Street in Charnwood, ACT, and when can residents expect to see them in full operation, as Guidelines ACT Pty Ltd is anticipating to commence roadworks in April 2019.

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

Completion of construction is forecast for late 2019, weather permitting.

Bimberi Youth Justice Centre—staff training
(Question No 2400)

Mrs Kikkert asked the Minister for Children, Youth and Families, upon notice, on 22 March 2019:

(1) What kind of training is given to Bimberi Youth Justice Centre youth workers in regards to the administering of medication to young people at Bimberi.

(2) Under what circumstances do Bimberi youth workers administer medication to young people at Bimberi.

(3) How many staff members are trained and/or authorised to administer medication to young people at Bimberi, and what is the job title of each staff member.

Ms Stephen-Smith: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:

(1) Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS) of Canberra Health Services is the primary service responsible for health provision within Bimberi Youth Justice Centre, including the administration of medication.

Bimberi Management, Unit Managers and Team Leaders are also authorised to administer medications to young people. Medication Management training is compulsory training undertaken prior to any medications being administered by these Bimberi Youth Justice Centre staff.

The training ensures staff undertake the following when administering medications to young people:

a) issue medication at the correct time and intervals (as stated on the Dosage Administration Aid and medication log);


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