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4139
PROOF
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
2019-20-21
FIRST SESSION OF THE FIFTY-SEVENTH PARLIAMENT
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
No. 101
TUESDAY 16 MARCH 2021
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The Questions and Answers Paper is published at the end of each sitting day and will contain, by number and
title, all unanswered questions, together with questions to which answers have been received on that sitting day
and any new questions. Consequently the full text of any question will be printed only twice: when notice is
given; and, when answered. During any adjournment of two weeks or more a Questions and Answers Paper will
be published from time to time containing answers received.4140
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Publication of Questions Answer to be lodged by
Q & A No. 95 (Including Question Nos 4932 to 5000) 16 March 2021
Q & A No. 96 (Including Question Nos 5001 to 5033) 17 March 2021
Q & A No. 97 (Including Question Nos 5034 to 5121) 18 March 2021
Q & A No. 98 (Including Question Nos 5122 to 5150) 23 March 2021
Q & A No. 99 (Including Question Nos 5151 to 5199) 24 March 2021
Q & A No. 100 (Including Question Nos 5200 to 5274) 25 March 2021
Q & A No. 101 (Including Question Nos 5275 to 5338) 20 April 20214141
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9 FEBRUARY 2021
(Paper No. 95)
*4932 PLACEMENT OF CHILD LIFE THERAPIST AT ORANGE—Mr Philip Donato asked the Minister for
Health and Medical Research—
Will consideration be given to the allocation of a child life therapist or provision of child life therapy
services at the Orange Health Service?
Answer—
The Western NSW Local Health District has advised that on average, children stay inhospital for two
days or less at Orange Health Service. Children are supported at theOrange Health Service by the Ward
Grandparents Group, the Ronald McDonald Learning Program and the dedicated paediatric nursing and
allied health clinicians employed by the service.
*4933 ORANGE AMBULANCE STATION—Mr Philip Donato asked the Minister for Health and Medical
Research—
Will the Orange Ambulance Station be considered for redevelopment and expansion in Round 2 of the
Rural Ambulance Infrastructure Reconfiguration Program considering that it has now passed its twenty
year life expectancy and size of which is limiting its capacity?
Answer—
The Government announced an additional $100 million towards the Rural Ambulance Infrastructure
Reconfiguration (RAIR) Stage 2 program in the most recent 2020-2021 State Budget. NSW Health in
consultation with NSW Ambulance is currently identifying the RAIR Stage 2 locations and specific
projects. Sites will be announced as planning progresses.
*4934 BUDGET MEASURES: AGEING AND VOLUNTEERS STRATEGIES—Ms Jo Haylen asked the
Minister for Sport, Multiculturalism, Seniors and Veterans—
(1) What is the total amount of funding attributed to the NSW Ageing Strategy 2020-2030?
(2) What specific projects associated with the Ageing Strategy are funded?
(3) When will the Ageing Strategy be released?
(4) What consultation will be undertaken?
Answer—
I am advised: The Ageing Well in NSW: Seniors Strategy 2021-2031 , is a whole of government
commitment to support older people in New South Wales and remove barriers to continued participation.
The strategy is supported by the two year Ageing Well in NSW: Action Plan 2021-2022 which supports
specific activities from a range of Government agencies. Each agency funds their actions and activities
included in the plan.
Ageing Well in NSW: Seniors Strategy 2021-2031 and Ageing Well in NSW: Action Plan 2021-2022 is
publically available at www.facs.nsw.gov.au⁄inclusion⁄seniors⁄overview.
I am advised that over 5,400 individuals and over 50 organisations were involved in the consultations via
a variety of methods. These included an extensive consultation process with older people and diverse
stakeholder groups across New South Wales.
*4935 SOCIAL HOUSING DWELLINGS—Ms Janelle Saffin asked the Minister for Water, Property and
Housing—
(1) Considering the announcement of $400 million for 1,200 new social housing dwellings in New
South Wales, how many social housing dwellings will be in rural New South Wales?
(a) How many of these are going to be in the Lismore electorate?
(2) Will local businesses be given priority in awarding the contracts to build these dwellings, creating
extra jobs in the regions?
Answer—
I am advised:
(1) 197 stimulus funded social housing dwellings will be in rural New South Wales excluding the
Wollongong and Newcastle areas.
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(2) New South Wales government agencies are required to comply with the NSW Government
Procurement Policy Framework, including the objective of fair and open competition. The
Framework is available at: www.buy.nsw.gov.au⁄policy-library⁄policies⁄procurement-policy-
framework.
*4936 HOUSING SECTOR APPRENTICES—Ms Janelle Saffin asked the Minister for Water, Property and
Housing—
(1) Considering the announcement of $80 million for 300 apprentices in the housing sector, is this for
social housing?
(a) How many of these are going to be in the Lismore electorate?
Answer—
I am advised:
Yes, the Land and Housing Corporation Apprenticeship Program will include the construction of new
social housing.
The locations of cadets and apprentices will depend on participants joining the program. The program has
capacity to accept participants from across New South Wales, where they can be matched with a suitable
host employer.
*4937 LAUREL LODGE—Ms Janelle Saffin asked the Minister for Health and Medical Research—
Considering the Lismore district's unacceptably high levels of homelessness and rental stress, will the
Government consider keeping Laurel Lodge, a block of 12 units in central Lismore now surplus to NSW
Health's needs, in public hands to be utilised as affordable or social housing?
Answer—
NSW Health has advised that the block of units was previously used for accommodation for junior
doctors on rotation and is no longer fit for purpose. The District has declared it as surplus to requirements
and available for sale. Funds from the sale of the property will be used for equipment upgrades. Any
proposals by other Government agencies to utilise and purchase the property for essential public purposes
will be considered.
*4938 CENTRAL COAST COUNCIL PROJECTS—Ms Liesl Tesch asked the Deputy Premier, Minister for
Regional New South Wales, Industry and Trade—
What amount of the funding promised by the Government for the upgrades of Woy Woy Wharf has been
provided to Council?
Answer—
Central Coast Council was awarded $3,990,000 for the upgrades of Woy Woy Wharf under the Regional
Communities Development Fund. Full payment to Council will occur upon the completion of required
milestones as determined by the Department of Regional NSW.
*4939 NEWCASTLE ALLOCATION ZONE SOCIAL HOUSING TRANSFERS—Ms Jodie Harrison asked
the Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services—
How many social housing transfers in the Newcastle allocation zone have been approved by Department
of Housing in each financial year from 2009-10 to 2019-20?
Answer—
I am advised that under the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) transfer policy, a social
housing tenant can apply for a transfer to another property managed by either DCJ or a community
housing provider participating in Housing Pathways if there is change in their circumstances that affects
their housing needs.
There are a number of reasons why a tenant may request a transfer including under-occupancy, medical
condition/disability or a requirement for a change in location.
The waiting time a tenant will experience depends on a number of factors including the reason for
transfer and the number of suitable properties that are available in the required location.
As at 30 June 2020, there were 10,011 current social housing households across the state approved for a
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*4940 LAKE MACQ UARIE/EAST ALLOCATION ZONE SOCIAL HOUSING TRANSFERS—Ms Jodie
Harrison asked the Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services—
How many social housing transfers in the Lake Macquarie⁄East allocation zone have been approved by
Department of Housing in each financial year from 2009-10 to 2019-20?
Answer—
I am advised that under the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) transfer policy, a social
housing tenant can apply for a transfer to another property managed by either DCJ or a community
housing provider participating in Housing Pathways if there is change in their circumstances that affects
their housing needs.
There are a number of reasons why a tenant may request a transfer including under-occupancy, medical
condition/disability or a requirement for a change in location.
The waiting time a tenant will experience depends on a number of factors including the reason for
transfer and the number of suitable properties that are available in the required location.
As at 30 June 2020, there were 10,011 current social housing households across the state approved for a
transfer.
*4941 SOCIAL HOUSING TENANT TRANSFERS—Ms Jodie Harrison asked the Minister for Families,
Communities and Disability Services—
(1) As at 10 November 2020, how many social housing tenants are currently approved for, but are still
awaiting, a transfer:
(a) In the Lake Macquarie⁄East allocation zone;
(b) In the Newcastle allocation zone;
(c) Across the Hunter New England region;
(d) Across New South Wales?
Answer—
I am advised that under the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) transfer policy, a social
housing tenant can apply for a transfer to another property managed by either DCJ or a community
housing provider participating in Housing Pathways if there is change in their circumstances that affects
their housing needs.
There are a number of reasons why a tenant may request a transfer including under-occupancy, medical
condition/disability or a requirement for a change in location.
The waiting time a tenant will experience depends on a number of factors including the reason for
transfer and the number of suitable properties that are available in the required location.
As at 30 June 2020, there were 10,011 current social housing households across the state approved for a
transfer.
*4942 ORTHOPAEDIC OPERATIONS AT NEW GRIFFITH BASE HOSPITAL—Mrs Helen Dalton asked the
Minister for Health and Medical Research—
(1) Will the new operating theatres being built in the new Griffith Base Hospital be fully equipped to
provide major orthopaedic operations?
(a) If not, will St Vincent's Private Hospital in Griffith provide orthopaedic operations to public
patients for free?
Answer—
I am advised that the new operating theatres in the $250 million Griffith Base Hospital redevelopment
will be fully equipped to provide elective and emergency orthopedic surgery.Fracture clinics and
orthopaedic surgery are included in the scope of the Griffith Base Hospital Clinical Services Plan.
*4943 PRIMARY PRODUCER CONCESSION STATUS—Mrs Helen Dalton asked the Minister for Regional
Transport and Roads—
(1) Why is self-reporting of primary producer status considered sufficient for Heavy Vehicle operators to
obtain a Primary Producer Concession Registration?
(2) Between 1 January 2019 and 1 January 2021, how many vehicles were assessed as having wrongly
claimed a Primary Producer Concession?
(3) What enforcement action is Transport for NSW undertaking in relation to those who wrongly claim a
Primary Producer Concession registered heavy vehicle?4144
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Answer—
I am advised:
1. The application process to access the Primary Producer Concession (PPC) contains a self-declaration
component, but also requires the applicant to provide evidence of their eligibility to support their
applications.
The application must provide must provide one of the following to support their application:
• A declaration signed by a registered tax agent or accountant, stating the applicant is a primary
producer as defined by the Motor Vehicles Taxation Act 1988, or
• A Tax Averaging Certificate or from the Australian Taxation Office (not more than two years old), or
• A Tax Assessment Notice from the Australian Taxation Office (not more than two years old).
Transport for NSW can request that the applicant provides these documents at any time. Penalties can
apply in relation to incorrectly registered vehicles.
2. Between 1 January 2019 and 1 January 2021, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) received two complaints
with investigations revealing that both operators were entitled to the PPC. Additionally, following
operational enforcement activities, TfNSW processed 34 breach reports relating to the PPC. Of these,
nine proceeded to court and were found guilty.
*4944 FUNDING FOR MARCO POLO CLUB—Mrs Helen Dalton asked the Deputy Premier, Minister for
Regional New South Wales, Industry and Trade—
Did you approve the Stronger Communities Fund grant to improve the Riverside Oval in 2016, which
was administered by your Department?
Answer—
The Stronger Communities Fund was administered by the Office of Local Government, under the
responsibility of the Minister for Local Government.
*4945 MIDWIFERY-LED CONTINUITY OF CARE—Mr Ryan Park asked the Minister for Health and
Medical Research—
(1) What steps are being taken to expand on the evidence based and cost-effective model of midwifery-
led continuity of care to all women in New South Wales?
(2) What steps are being taken to expand this care in rural and remote New South Wales, considering the
National Rural Health Commissioner's comments that in 2018, 8.4 per cent of births in major cities
were premature compared with 13.5 per cent in rural, remote and very remote Australia?
Answer—
I refer the member to my response to LC Q2658.
*4946 SPECIALIST MEDICAL OFFICERS SHORTAGE IN GRIFFITH—Mr Ryan Park asked the Minister
for Health and Medical Research—
(1) What is the Government doing to address the shortage of specialist medical officers providing
services in the Griffith community?
(2) What are the reasons for specialists not providing services in Griffith?
(3) What consideration has been given to addressing the concerns of local residents about these
shortages?
Answer—
I am advised that specialist medical officers provide services across more than 20 disciplines to the
Griffith community. Murrumbidgee Local Health District is undertaking ongoing recruitment to
strengthen services at Griffith Base Hospital and has successfully recruited additional specialist medical
officers in recent months.
The District has advised that they actively engage with community stakeholders including the Local
Health Advisory Committee, Griffith City Council, the Griffith Aboriginal Engagement Group and
Griffith Base Hospital Staff Advisory Council.
*4947 COMMENTS BY INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS COMMISSION—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Attorney
General, and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence—
In relation to LAQ 4286, and granted the nature of the comments by the Industrial Relations
Commission, why is it not appropriate to comment?4145
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Answer—
It is not appropriate for me, as Attorney General, to comment on the deliberations or decisions of a
properly constituted court or tribunal.
*4948 SCHOOL EXCURSIONS TO COURTS—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Attorney General, and Minister for
the Prevention of Domestic Violence—
(1) Is it proposed that school excursions to courts run by Rule of Law, Australia's Magna Carta Institute
will resume?
(a) If so, what fees and charges will be imposed by those organisers?
Answer—
I am advised:
There are currently no plans to resume school excursions in courts. Limitations have been introduced on
the number of persons that can enter court buildings and courtrooms to assist in maintaining physical
distancing.
Fees charged by Rule of Law are not a matter for the Attorney General.
*4949 COURT EMPLOYEE POLICE CHECK—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Attorney General, and Minister for
the Prevention of Domestic Violence—
In light of LAQ 4284, why did an employee of Waratah Commercial Air commence work at the Law
Courts Building in Queen's Square on 26 November 2018 when his police check certificate was not given
to that employer until 5 December 2018?
Answer—
I refer the Member to my response to LC Q2707.
*4950 BURNING DOWN OF LIVERPOOL COUNCIL CHAMBERS—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Minister for
Police and Emergency Services—
What is the status of investigation into the burning down of the Liverpool Council Chambers in Hoxton
Park Road?
Answer—
I am advised:
On 17 June 2020, investigators from Strike Force Gideon arrested and charged a person with offences
under the Crimes Act 1900, including Malicious Damage by Fire and Aggravated Break, Enter &
Commit Serious Indictable Offence. Investigations are continuing.
*4951 ACTING COMMISSIONER COTTER—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Minister for Police and Emergency
Services—
Why did Acting Commissioner Cotter incorrectly, and repeatedly refer to himself as Commissioner of the
Crime Commission in the Annual Report of the Crime Commission from 2019-20?
Answer—
Refer to my answer to LAQ 2369.
*4952 MURDER OF SARIK ARIYAK—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Minister for Police and Emergency
Services—
What progress has been made into the investigation of the murder of Sarik Ariyak on 17 December 1980
at Dover Heights?
Answer—
I am advised:
This matter is the subject of an ongoing investigation, Strike Force Esselmont, led by the NSW Police
Force Joint Counter Terrorism Team.
*4953 EMERGENCY STAND-BY DIESEL GENERATOR—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Attorney General, and
Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence—
(1) Is the Emergency Stand-by Diesel Generator in the Level 24 plant area of the Supreme Court
regularly maintained?4146
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(a) If so, by whom is it maintained?
(b) How is this maintenance recorded, if at all?
Answer—
I am advised:
(1) Yes.
(a) Modus Projects Pty Ltd as a sub-contractor to BGIS Pty Ltd, who are contracted by Law Courts
Ltd.
(b) Maintenance records are submitted to BGIS by Modus Projects following completion of
maintenance activities.
*4954 LOCAL COURT ANNUAL REVIEW—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Attorney General, and Minister for the
Prevention of Domestic Violence—
(1) Has the Local Court Annual Review 2019-20 been tabled in the Legislative Assembly?
(a) If so, when?
(b) If not, why not?
Answer—
I am advised:
No. There is no legislative requirement for the Local Court Annual Review to be tabled in Parliament.
*4955 1 NICHOLLS STREET—Mr Paul Lynch asked the Minister for Families, Communities and Disability
Services—
What was the outcome of the proceedings brought by your agency in the NSW Civil and Administration
Tribunal concerning the tenancy at 1 Nicholls Street, Warwick Farm?
Answer—
I am advised by the Department of Communities and Justice that on 13 January 2021, the NSW Civil and
Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) made orders that the tenant must comply with the terms of the
residential tenancy agreement by not to cause or permit a nuisance, or interfere, or cause or permit any
interference, with the reasonable peace, comfort or privacy of any neighbour of the tenant.
*4956 ADDITIONAL SCHOOLING FACILITIES IN CHARLESTOWN ELECTORATE—Ms Jodie Harrison
asked the Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education representing the Minister for Education and Early
Childhood Learning—
(1) Noting that, in cases of sustained and stable enrolment increases, the Department provides additional
permanent facilities, or new schools, as necessary, what, if any, major capital works projects are
planned to take place at Charlestown Electorate public schools in 2021?
(a) Which schools will be the target of these works?
(b) How much has been budgeted for these types of works in 2021?
Answer—
In 2021, there are no major capital works projects planned for the Charlestown electorate. Additional
permanent facilities or new schools will be considered in the context of the education needs across the
State and prioritised accordingly.
*4957 COUNSELLING SERVICE ALLOCATION—Ms Jodie Harrison asked the Minister for Skills and
Tertiary Education representing the Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning—
What is the process by which New South Wales public schools receive a school counselling service
allocation?
Answer—
The allocation of school counselling resources to schools has been guided by a state wide methodology
developed in consultation with a Stakeholder Advisory Group comprising education, parent and union
representatives.
The counselling allocation is based on student enrolment data and on indicators of need. The indicators of
student need are:
• students impacted by disability and⁄or additional learning and support needs,
• disadvantage, and4147
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• location.
*4958 EDUCATION ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE—Ms Jodie Harrison asked the Minister for Skills and
Tertiary Education representing the Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning—
Noting the response to the White Ribbon Survey last year, which indicated a high level of ignorance
amongst men aged 18 to 34 about what constitutes domestic violence, with 42 per cent not recognising
"hitting, punching or restraining" as domestic violence behavior, what steps are being taken in schools to
educate students about this issue?
Answer—
In 2018 after extensive consultation with students, teachers and parents, respectful relationships
education was strengthened in the personal development, health and physical education syllabus in New
South Wales. We expect this more explicit focus will improve understanding around respectful
relationships, including ethical behaviour and boundaries, for all students.
Year 11 and 12 students at government schools also undertake the compulsory Life Ready course, which
further addresses issues around respectful relationships. We have also offered to share these resources
with the non-government school sector in New South Wales which has been positively received.
*4959 CREATIVE KIDS PROGRAM—Ms Jodie Harrison asked the Premier representing the Leader of the
Government in the Legislative Council, Special Minister of State, Minister for the Public Service and
Employee Relations, Aboriginal Affairs, and the Arts, Vice-President of the Executive Council—
(1) In each of the financial quarters since the Creative Kids program commenced, how many vouchers
have been applied for in the Charlestown electorate (as at 30 September 2020)?
(a) How many Creative kids vouchers have been redeemed in the Charlestown electorate?
(2) Listed by quarter since the program began, what is the total breakdown by art for which the Creative
Kids vouchers were utilised?
(3) Listed by quarter since the program began, how many children have dropped out of arts programs for
which a Creative Kids rebate was issued?
(4) How many registered activity providers are operating the the Charlestown electorate (as at 9
February 2020)?
(a) What are the names of these registered activity providers in the Charlestown electorate?
(5) How many vouchers have been redeemed by online art providers for students to participate in the
program at home (as at 9 February 2020)?
(6) How many children are eligible for the Creative Kids program in the Charlestown electorate (as at 9
February 2020)?
Answer—
(1) Q3 2018 (1 January - 31 March 2018): 0
Q4 2018 (1 April - 30 June 2018): 0
Q1 2019 (1 July - 30 September 2018): 0
Q2 2019 (1 October - 31 December 2018): 76
Q3 2019 (1 January - 31 March 2019): 4,868
Q4 2019 (1 April - 30 June 2019): 1,246
Q1 2020 (1 July - 30 September 2019): 1,071
Q2 2020 (1 October - 31 December 2019): 727
Q3 2020 (1 January - 31 March 2020): 5,256
Q4 2020 (1 April - 30 June 2020): 687
Q1 2021 (1 July - 30 September 2020) 2,239
TOTAL: 16,169
(a) 10,624 Creative Kids vouchers have been redeemed in the Charlestown electorate.
(2)
(a) Q2 2020 (1 October - 31 December 2019): Total - 50
(i) Coding - 1
(ii) Dance - 4
(iii) Music - 444148
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(iv) Parkour - 1
(b) Q3 2019 (1 January - 31 March 2019): Total - 3,462
(i) Coding - 78
(ii) Craft - 1
(iii) Creative expression - 20
(iv) Creative Writing - 8
(v) Dance - 1,449
(vi) Language(s) - 22
(vii) Multimedia - 11
(viii) Music - 1,575
(ix) Painting - 5
(x) Parkour - 131
(xi) Singing - 45
(xii) Threatre - 9
(c) Q4 2019 (1 April - 30 June 2019): Total - 993
(i) Coding - 28
(ii) Creative Expression - 15
(iii) Creative writing - 14
(iv) Dance - 337
(v) Drama - 50
(vi) Drawing - 38
(vii) Language(s) - 15
(viii) Music - 366
(ix) Painting - 1
(x) Parkour - 93
(xi) Singing - 28
(xii) Theatre - 8
(d) Q1 2020 (1 July - 30 September 2019): Total 714
(i) Coding - 25
(ii) Craft - 1
(iii) Creative expression - 43
(iv) Creative writing - 4
(v) Dance - 175
(vi) Drama - 21
(vii) Drawing - 38
(viii) Language(s) - 6
(ix) Multimedia - 2
(x) Music - 287
(xi) Painting - 5
(xii) Parkour - 94
(xiii) Singing - 11
(xiv) Theatre - 2
(e) Q2 2020 (1 October - 31 December 2019): Total - 459
(i) Coding - 32
(ii) Craft - 3
(iii) Creative expression - 43
(iv) Dance - 83
(v) Drama - 11
(vi) Drawing - 28
(vii) Language(s) - 6
(viii) Multimedia - 2
(ix) Music - 197
(x) Painting - 4
(xi) Parkour - 29
(xii) Photography - 11
(xiii) Singing - 9
(xiv) Theatre - 1
(f) Q3 2020 (1 January - 31 March 2020)
(i) Coding - 464149
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(ii) Craft - 109
(iii) Creative expression - 143
(iv) Creative writing - 23
(v) Dance - 1,347
(vi) Drawing - 132
(vii) Language(s) - 69
(viii) Multimedia - 15
(ix) Music - 1,359
(x) Painting - 22
(xi) Parkour - 73
(xii) Photography - 3
(xiii) Sculpture - 3
(xiv) Singing - 80
(xv) Theatre - 13
(g) Q4 2020 (1 April - 30 June 2020)
(i) Craft - 47
(ii) Creative expression - 40
(iii) Creative writing - 2
(iv) Dance - 148
(v) Drama - 10
(vi) Drawing - 23
(vii) Language(s) - 5
(viii) Multimedia - 4
(ix) Music - 142
(x) Painting - 3
(xi) Parkour - 5
(xii) Sculpture - 2
(xiii) Singing - 20
(h) Q1 2021 (1 July - 30 September 2020)
(i) Coding - 11
(ii) Craft - 128
(iii) Creative expression - 100
(iv) Creative writing - 2
(v) Dance - 259
(vi) Drama - 40
(vii) Drawing - 54
(viii) Language(s) - 5
(ix) Multimedia - 2
(x) Music - 172
(xi) Painting - 15
(xii) Parkour - 43
(xiii) Photography - 9
(xiv) Sculpture - 3
(xv) Singing - 31
(xvi) Theatre - 6
(i) Total - 10,624
(3) The Government does not tack drop out rates of children participating in Creative Kids programs.
(4) 110 registered Creative kids providers operate in the Charlestown electorate.
(a) Ablaze Dance Academy Lewis Buckingham Dancers
Active Little Minds Lillian's Piano Studio
Alexandra Rigby Luba Totoeva Piona Studio
Alexandra Rigby Luke William Barnier
Amanda Neale Music Macquarie Life Church
Australian Dance and Talent centre MC Planet Dance
Babette Rae Melodie Ringwaldt
Balar Malar Tamil School, Newcastle Merewether Physical Culture Club Incorporated
Belmont Dance Centre Michael Bell4150
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Ben Travis Music Mobile Drum Teacher
Bevan, Julie M Music with Megan
Bling Performing Arts Newcastle Ballet Theatre
Bodyrock dance studio Newcastle Contemporary Dance Academy
Bricks 4 kidz Lake Macquarie Newcastle Parkour
Caitlin Pengilly Nicole Cox
Cavaliere Music Productions Nicole Jobnes Music
Charlestown Music Lessons Northcott Dance Centre
Cehlsea Willis Northlakes Physical Culture Club
Clare A Gibbons Pat Eyre
Creative Word Shop PCYC Lake Macquarie
Dane Baldwin physical funk for kids
Darren Ward Pitch Perfect Music Tuition
Diaane May Jordan Planet warrior Education
Diane Moss Prestige Academy of Dance
Dynamic Mosaic Supplies Rachelle Schmidt
East Coast Allstars Revolution Dance Company
EC Music - Evans Chuang Revolution Dance Company
Elise Kearney Music Rob long
Elite Dance Coaching Robert Maxwell Coxon
Emma J. Moon Shed Art Therapy
En Pointe Studio of Dance Speers point Physical Culture Club Inc
Encore Dance Studi-O Dance School
England Purton Dance Academy Susan's Music Studio
Erik Flett Music Swedish School in Newcastle Incorporated
FCE Drama Switched On 4 Life
Gateshead Indoor Sports Pty Ltd Tantrum Youth Arts
Glue Dance Studio The Dance Establishment Pty ltd
Heather Price Music Tuition The Green Room MP
Hive Creative Studios The Little Room
Hope Unlimited Church The Michael Nolan Vocal Studio
Howling Wolves Studios The Piano Room - Denise Farthing Music Tutor
Hunter Japanese Community School Incorporated The Rhythm Factory
Hunter Sports Centre The Studio - Evolving Arts
Inspired EC Pty Ltd The Sum of the Parts (music)
JAM Multi Sports Pty Ltd The Ultimate Beat
Jason Bone TMP Dance Studios
Jen's Piano Tuition Tom's Music Tuition
Jenz Danzin academy Two Play Strings
Jodie Choice Upbeat Drums & Percussion
Joshua Andrew Bowen Voices performing arts
Joshua Luke Rea Waratah Physical Culture Club
Julianne Logan Waratah Bay Physical Culture
Kate's Creations Australia Kid Coders
KCDANCEHQ Kreative Keys
Lake Macquarie Dance Centre LakeMac Violin Studio
(5) As of 9 February 2021, 122,513 vouchers have been redeemed by online providers.
(6) Approximately 18,211 children and school-aged young people are eligible for the Creative kids
program in the Charlesotwn electorate (Australian Bureau of Statistics 2016).
Please note: This number reflects children between 5 and 19. The Australian Bureau of Statistics age
categorisation does not allow for extraction of data 18 and under.
*4960 PHYSICAL EDUCATION—Dr Marjorie O'Neill asked the Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education
representing the Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning—4151
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(1) How is Physical Education (PE) currently delivered in schools under the current New South Wales
curriculum?
(2) Who delivers the PE curriculum to students in New South Wales public schools?
(3) How many PE teachers are employed in New South Wales public schools currently (as at 9 February
2020)?
(4) How many PE teachers were employed in New South Wales public schools in 2011?
(5) How many PE teachers were employed in both New South Wales primary schools and high schools
from 2011 to 2020?
(6) In New South Wales, how many hours of physical exercise do students complete per week in:
(a) Primary schools?
(b) High schools?
Answer—
(1) Delivery of physical education occurs as part of the personal development, health and physical
education (PDHPE) key learning area and is mandatory for all New South Wales students from
Kindergarten to Year 10. In Years 11 and 12, students can study PDHPE as an elective.
(2) The New South Wales curriculum - including the PDHPE curriculum - is delivered by qualified
teachers. Principals make local decisions in regards to the allocation of their teaching staff to classes,
taking into account the needs of the students and the qualifications, skills and experience of the teachers
in the school.
(3) 2,026
(4) 1,847
(5) 2011 - 1,847
2012 - 1,860
2013 - 1,864
2014 - 1,868
2015 - 1,867
2016 - 1,874
2017 - 1,906
2018 - 1,929
2019 - 1,987
2020 - 2,034
2021 - 2,026 (as at 9 February 2021)
(6) (a) New South Wales public primary schools are to include 150 minutes per week for planned
physical activity, including a minimum of one hour for sport in Years 3-6 (where feasible and social
distancing rules allow).
(6) (b) New South Wales public high schools, Years 7-10, are to include 150 minutes per week of planned
physical activity including planned weekly sport. Schools are encouraged to provide Year 11 and 12
students with weekly access to a minimum of 150 minutes of physical activity, including sport. Schools
are required to ensure COVID-19 guidelines are followed.
*4961 RANDWICK SERVICE NSW CENTRE—Dr Marjorie O'Neill asked the Minister for Customer
Service—
(1) What progress has been made regarding the opening of the new Service NSW Centre in Randwick?
(2) When will the new Service NSW Centre be opened in Randwick?
(3) Why was the Service NSW Digital Store at Randwick Royal Shopping Centre, that was opened in
October 2015, closed?
(4) How many people were served at the Bondi Junction Service NSW Centre in 2019?
(a) Of these people, what percentage were from the Coogee electorate?
(5) How many people were served at the Bondi Junction Service NSW Centre in 2020?
(a) Of these people, what percentage were from the Coogee electorate?
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(1) and (2) The Government has committed to the delivery of a Randwick Service centre as part of our
initiative to launch 10 new metropolitan Service NSW centres. All centres to open under this initiative
will be delivered 2023.
(3) Service NSW Digital Store design principles were initially developed in 2014 and deployed as digital
kiosks. The initial rollout involved a proof of concept to validate the value of the Digital Stores in
delivering convenient, fast, and accessible digital services, deploying Digital Stores in key customer
hubs. Service NSW Randwick Digital Store was one of the digital kiosks trialled for six to nine months.
All early models of the Digital Stores were closed as part of the larger program of works in deploying
further service centres across the state including the nearby Bondi and Botany centres. In 2019 the
Government announced additional new Metro Service Centres across ten (10) new locations of which
Randwick has been nominated to have the new Digital model offering a full range of transactions to the
community. Following the early digital kiosk model, a number of changes have been made to the store
environment, including an open plan design, privacy areas, easy to read signs, and an enhanced digital
offering with staff assisting customers via the use of tablets, alongside an assisted self-service area. Free
Wi-Fi and customer feedback machines will also be available.
(4) 112,404 customers were served at Bondi Junction in 2019.
(a) Service NSW does not hold this data.
(5) 96,623 customers were served at Bondi Junction in 2020
(a) Service NSW does not hold this data.
*4962 COUNSELLOR ACCESS AT RANDWICK GIRLS' AND RANDWICK BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL—Dr
Marjorie O'Neill asked the Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education representing the Minister for
Education and Early Childhood Learning—
(1) What is the waiting time to see a counsellor at Randwick Boys' High School and Randwick Girls'
High School respectively?
(2) What is the number of counsellors available to students at Randwick Boys' High School and
Randwick Girls' High School respectively?
(3) Given the increased stress placed on school students by the disrupted nature of the 2020 school year
and the COVID-19 pandemic, what is being done to increase access students have to counsellors and
mental health support?
Answer—
(1) Any student seeking support from either school's counselling service is triaged based on need and
immediate access arranged, if required.
(2) Randwick Boys High School and Randwick Girls High School each have one full-time counsellor.
(3) School counselling staff are one part of a range of wellbeing supports available in schools. They work
collaboratively with student support officers, learning and support teams, parents and carers and other
agencies such as NSW Health, to provide timely mental health support for students.
Between 2020 and June 2023, an additional 350 student support officer positions and 100 school
counselling positions are being established as part of the Government's $88.4 million investment to
increase students' mental health support.
The additional school counselling positions will be phased in with 25 positions in 2020-21, 50 positions
in 2021-22 and 25 positions in 2022-23. The first 25 of the school counselling positions have been
recruited.
The Department of Education is also working with NSW Health to deliver on their commitment to rollout
an additional 100 Wellbeing Health In-reach Nurse (WHIN) coordinators over four years, 2021-2025.
WHIN coordinators will support vulnerable school students and their families' health and wellbeing
needs, and coordinate appropriate assessments and referral to health and social services.
A mental health and wellbeing hub has also been established on the Department's website. This is a
single-entry point to resources, information, tools and programs to support the mental health and
wellbeing of students, teachers, parents and carers.
*4963 EMU FARMING—Mr Roy Butler asked the Premier—
Has consideration been given to managing the commercial farming of emus under the Agricultural
Ministry allocation of Administrative Acts?
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I am advised no.
*4964 SOCIAL HOUSING MAINTENANCE REQ UESTS—Ms Jodie Harrison asked the Minister for
Families, Communities and Disability Services—
(1) How many social housing maintenance requests were considered by the NSW Civil and
Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) in each financial year from 2011-12 to 2019-20?
(2) How many social housing maintenance requests from the 2306 postcode were considered by NCAT
in each financial year from 2011-12 to 2019-20?
Answer—
I am advised:
The number of social housing applications submitted at NCAT is publicly available and can be found in
the NCAT Annual report for each financial year:
https:⁄⁄ncat.nsw.gov.au⁄ncat⁄about-ncat⁄annual-reports.html
*4965 CULTURAL HERITAGE IMPACTS OF NEW DAMS AND WEIRS—Mr Clayton Barr asked the
Minister for Water, Property and Housing—
(1) What form of consultation with Traditional Owner Groups has been undertaken in regard to the
cultural heritage impacts of the proposed new dams and weirs in inland New South Wales?
(a) At what stage does this consultation take place?
(2) Are the Traditional Owner Groups contacted and invited to take part within Community Consultative
Groups (CCG)?
(a) If so, for every CCG?
(b) If not, why not?
(3) Are Traditional Owner Groups contacted directly via:
(a) Email?
(b) Mail?
(c) Telephone?
(d) Combination of (a) to (c)?
(4) Are Traditional Owner Groups advised indirectly via:
(a) Newspaper notices?
(b) Newsletters?
(c) Department websites?
Answer—
(1) and (2) The Aboriginal cultural impacts of the projects are currently being investigated in partnership
with the 101 Registered Aboriginal Parties and engagement with local Aboriginal groups and
stakeholders.
Cultural impacts (including Aboriginal cultural heritage) will be addressed in detail through the
Environmental Impact Statement and Final Business Case processes.
The design process will identify opportunities to avoid or otherwise minimise impacts on Aboriginal sites
where possible. Cultural heritage plans will be developed.
(3) Local Aboriginal groups will be contacted via a combination of email, mail and telephone.
(4) Local Aboriginal groups are indirectly advised through newspaper notices, newsletters and
department websites.
*4966 WHALES CAUGHT IN FISHING NETS—Ms Jo Haylen asked the Minister for Energy and
Environment—
(1) On how many occasions have New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service officers been
required to untangle whales and calves from fishing nets along the New South Wales coast in each
year from 2010 to date (to 20 October 2020)?
(2) On how many occasions have whales died after being caught in fishing nets along the New South
Wales coast in each year from 2010 to date (to 20 October 2020)?
(3) What is the Government doing to reduce the instances of whales and their calves being caught in
fishing nets off the coast of New South Wales?
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(1) I am advised from 2010 to 2020, National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) staff have been
required to untangle whales from fishing nets on four occasions - two in 2018, one in 2019 and one in
2020.
(2) I am advised two whale deaths have been recorded as a result of entanglement in fishing nets between
2010 and 2021. One in 2012 and one in 2013.
However, the number of deaths from entanglements is likely to be higher because many entangled whales
remain mobile and unreachable and they are likely to perish as a result of fatigue, injury or predation.
(3) The Government is working with the fishing industry on new initiatives to reduce entanglement in
fishery equipment under the Marine Estate Management Strategy. The Government has collaborative
partnerships with the Organisation for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans in Australia (ORRCA),
interstate agencies, the Commonwealth Government and international counterparts and researchers, to
review best practice techniques, innovations and science to limit whale entanglements. NPWS has three
large whale disentanglement teams along the New South Wales coast to respond to entangled whales and
is using international best practice to refine and improve techniques, equipment and training.
NPWS is also working on improving the quality of reporting incidents, as an initiative under the Marine
Estate Management Strategy, which will assist in more accurate records in the future.
*4967 DUNGOWAN AND WYANGALA DAMS—Mr Clayton Barr asked the Minister for Water, Property
and Housing—
(1) Considering the early works which are due to commence in October 2020 for Dungowan Dam, what
planning assessment⁄s has been undertaken?
(2) Has this been approved?
(a) If so:
(i) When did this occur?
(ii) Where can details be located?
(b) If not:
(i) When will this occur?
(ii) Where will details be located?
(3) What works are included in these early or preliminary works?
(a) What is the timeframe for completion of these early or preliminary works?
(4) Have tenders been called to complete the early works?
(a) If not, who will complete the early works?
(5) Considering the early works ('Shovels in the ground' ancillary works) which are due to commence in
October 2020 for Wyangala Dam Wall Raising, what planning assessment⁄s has been undertaken?
(6) Has this been approved?
(a) If so:
(i) When did this occur?
(ii) Where can details be located?
(b) If not:
(i) When will this occur?
(ii) Where will details be located?
(7) What works are included in these early or ancillary works?
(a) What is the timeframe for completion of these works?
(8) Have tenders been called to complete the early works?
(a) If not:
(i) Who will complete the early works?
Answer—
(1) to (4) On 5 February 2021, the Commonwealth and NSW Governments announced the formal
awarding of a contract to undertake the detailed design and construction of a new replacement pipeline
link between Dungowan village and Tamworth.
The contract for the Dungowan pipeline early works has been awarded to MPC Kinetic, an accomplished
water infrastructure deliverer that successfully constructed the new 18.2-kilometre pipeline from Chaffey
Dam to Dungowan village.
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will be undertaken in relation to those early works.
On 15 March 2021 the preferred pipeline route for Dungowan Dam was announced.
Running south of Dungowan Creek and the Peel River from the proposed new Dungowan Dam to
Tamworth Regional Council's Calala Water Treatment Plant, the preferred route has been identified
following months of extensive studies, assessments and technical investigations.
The pipeline will be built in two stages, with Stage 1 establishing a new reliable connection from the
recently completed Chaffey Dam pipeline to Tamworth's town water supply. Stage 2 will be built in
conjunction with the proposed new Dungowan Dam.
The environmental planning assessment for the proposed new Dungowan Dam is well underway with the
Environmental Impact Statement scheduled to be on display by the end of this year.
(5) to (8) The early works package for the project includes the construction of a new Water Treatment
Plant for the Wyangala community as the first stage of relocation of the Reflections Holiday Park, to
ensure that recreational use of the dam can continue throughout construction.
These works do not relate to construction of the dam wall proper. Separate environmental assessments
will be undertaken in relation to early works.
On 11 March 2021 I announced the two prospective design and construction partners for the Wyangala
Dam Wall Raising project.
After an extensive assessment process, Acciona and Seymour Whyte have been shortlisted for the main
works contract, which would see the dam wall raised by 10 metres and its storage capacity increased by
53 per cent.
During the next eight months, each partner will work closely with the project team to develop two
separate potential designs for the project and provide expert construction advice for the project's business
case and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The successful contractor will be announced in 2022 if
the Wyangala Dam wall raising project is approved for construction.
*4968 TRAIN ROUTE MOBILE AND INTERNET CONNECTIVITY—Mr Paul Scully asked the Minister for
Customer Service—
(1) Considering the 2020-21 Commonwealth Budget contains $10 million for mobile and internet
connectivity along the train route between Hornsby and Wyong, has the Government approached the
Commonwealth Government for similar funding for mobile and internet connectivity along the train
route between Waterfall and Kiama?
(a) If so, how much was sought?
(i) Has a decision been made by the Commonwealth Government to provide funding?
(b) If not, why not?
Answer—
The Commonwealth is currently accepting applications from Mobile Network Operators and Mobile
Network Infrastructure Providers for Round 5A of the Mobile Black Spot Program which includes a
focus on improving mobile connectivity along major transport corridors and in disaster-prone regions.
Round 5A includes up to $34.5 million of Commonwealth funding and applications close in March 2021.
NSW Telco Authority is actively supporting a commercial applicant in its development of a Round 5A
application which has highlighted this rail corridor as an area of interest.NSW Telco Authority fully
supports any additional coverage in this area, however the final selection of specific sites in the
application will be determined by the applicant. Applications for Commonwealth grants are treated as
commercially sensitive while being developed and assessed for procurement.
*4969 VACANT PUBLIC HOUSING DWELLINGS—Ms Jo Haylen asked the Minister for Water, Property
and Housing—
(1) How many public housing dwellings are currently vacant in New South Wales as at 10 November
2020?
(2) How many public housing dwellings are currently vacant in the Summer Hill electorate as at 10
November 2020?
Answer—
I am advised:4156
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(1) As at 9 November 2020, there were 1,402 Land and Housing Corporation (LAHC) owned vacant
properties (excluding head leases) across New South Wales managed by the Department of
Communities and Justice.
(2) As at 9 November 2020, there were 10 vacant properties in the Summer Hill electorate managed by
the Department of Communities and Justice.
*4970 FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR MANUFACTURING BUSINESSES—Mr Guy Zangari asked the
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads—
What financial support has the Government given to assist with the technological advancements required
by manufacturing businesses in the Fairfield local government area to increase output?
Answer—
The Western Parkland City Authority (Authority) is focused on attracting local and international
investment to the Aerotropolis and Western Parkland City, and is targeting industries that will benefit
from proximity to the new Airport. One of these key industries is advanced manufacturing. The Authority
continues to work with various stakeholders to attract national and international companies in this
globally competitive area.
The Government's $250 million Jobs Plus Program is designed to support companies who want to expand
their footprint in New South Wales. The program will reduce the cost of establishment, financial risk and
increase speed to market for businesses looking to scale up and grow in New South Wales. The program
commences on 15 December 2020 and will conclude on 30 June 2022. To be eligible, a company will
need to demonstrate they will create at least 30 new net jobs.
*4971 CREATIVE KIDS PROGRAM—Ms Jenny Aitchison asked the Premier representing the Leader of the
Government in the Legislative Council, Special Minister of State, Minister for the Public Service and
Employee Relations, Aboriginal Affairs, and the Arts, Vice-President of the Executive Council—
(1) In each of the financial quarters since the Creative Kids program commenced, how many vouchers
have been applied for in the Maitland electorate as at 30th September 2020?
(a) How many Creative Kids vouchers have been redeemed in the Maitland electorate?
(2) What is the total breakdown by art for which the Creative Kids vouchers were utilised, listed by
quarter since the program began?
(3) How many children have dropped out of arts programs for which a Creative Kids rebate was issued,
listed by quarter since the program began?
(4) How many registered activity providers are operating in the Maitland electorate?
(a) What are the names of all these registered activity providers in the Maitland electorate?
(5) How many vouchers have been redeemed by online art providers for students to participate in the
program at home?
(6) How many children are eligible for the Creative Kids program in the Maitland electorate?
Answer—
(1) Q3 2018 (1 January - 31 March 2018): 0
Q4 2018 (1 April - 30 June 2018): 0
Q1 2019 (1 July - 30 September 2018): 0
Q2 2019 (1 October - 31 December 2018): 33
Q3 2019 (1 January - 31 March 2019): 3,257
Q4 2019 (1 April - 30 June 2019): 893
Q1 2020 (1 July - 30 September 2019): 678
Q2 2020 (1 October - 31 December 2019): 431
Q3 2020 (1 January - 31 March 2020): 3,419
Q4 2020 (1 April - 30 June 2020): 504
Q1 2021 (1 July - 30 September 2020): 1,997
TOTAL: 16,169
(a) 10,624 Creative Kids vouchers have been redeemed in the Maitland electorate.
(2)
(a) Q2 2019 (1 October - 31 December 2018): Total - 84157
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(i) Dance - 6
(ii) Drama - 1
(iii) Singing - 1
(b) Q3 2019 (1 January - 31 March 2019): Total - 1908
(i) Dance - 1,241
(ii) Music - 372
(iii) Drama - 124
(iv) Singing - 52
(v) Creative expression - 28
(vi) Multimedia - 24
(vii) Coding - 23
(viii) Parkour - 8
(ix) Painting - 7
(x) Media Arts - 1
(c) Q4 2019 (1 April - 30 June 2019): Total - 635
(i) Dance - 422
(ii) Music - 147
(iii) Drama - 22
(iv) Coding - 15
(v) Singing - 9
(vi) Creative expression - 8
(vii) Multimedia - 6
(viii) Creative writing - 5
(ix) Painting - 1
(d) Q1 2020 (1 July - 30 September 2019): Total - 373
(i) Dance - 189
(ii) Music - 126
(iii) Drama - 27
(iv) Singing - 9
(v) Coding - 8
(vi) Multimedia - 7
(vii) Creative writing - 5
(viii) Parkour - 1
(ix) Painting - 1
(e) Q2 2020 (1 October - 31 December 2019): Total - 257
(i) Dance - 101
(ii) Music - 100
(iii) Drama - 17
(iv) Coding - 9
(v) Media arts - 9
(vi) Multimedia - 7
(vii) Singing - 6
(viii) Painting - 4
(ix) Creative writing - 4
(f) Q3 2020 (1 January - 31 March 2020): Total - 2175
(i) Dance - 1,358
(ii) Music - 520
(iii) Drama - 123
(iv) Coding - 45
(v) Singing - 45
(vi) Creative writing - 26
(vii) Creative expression - 15
(viii) Multimedia - 13
(ix) Parkour - 11
(x) Painting - 9
(xi) Craft - 5
(xii) Other visual arts - 5
(g) Q4 2020 (1 April - 30 June 2020): Total - 269
(i) Dance - 1474158
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(ii) Music - 57
(iii) Coding - 19
(iv) Singing - 14
(v) Drama - 11
(vi) Creative expression - 9
(vii) Creative writing - 4
(viii) Craft - 3
(ix) Parkour - 2
(x) Multimedia - 1
(h) Q1 2021 (1 July - 30 September 2020): Total - 491
(i) Dance - 281
(ii) Music - 79
(iii) Coding - 47
(iv) Drama - 21
(v) Craft - 17
(vi) Parkour - 12
(vii) Singing - 8
(viii) Other visual arts - 7
(ix) Multimedia - 6
(x) Creative writing - 5
(xi) Painting - 4
(xii) Creative expression - 4
(i) Total - 6,116
(3) The Government does not track drop-out rates of children participating in Creative Kids programs.
(4) 68 registered Creative Kids providers operate in the Maitland electorate.
(a) 5678 Academy of Dance Rutherford LOI, Eric Tony
Accentuate Music M&J's All that jazz
Alexander Rowan Taylor Maitland Music School
Alexandra Moss Maitland Physical Culture
Anthony Waights brass Instrument Tuitition Maitland Repertory Theatre
Attitude Dance Centre Pty Ltd Makaylie Foodey
BCMR Pty Ltd Mark Freeman
Brett Naylor Music Miss Jade's Music Studio
Catherine Varcoe Miss Kirsty's School of Dance
Creative Art Space Natalie Wood
DanceXtreme Nova Dance Centre
Debbie Rae Dance Studio Oxygen All Stars
Drum Corp Pamela May l'Anson
East Maitland Academy of Dance PCYC Maitland
Ecarte Dance Academy PCYC Raymond Terrace
Erin Winter Pulse Dance Kingdom
Galaxy Talent Academy Rhiana Jade Art Therapy
Graham Anthony Davidson RIP IT UP Reading
Groove Dance & Cheerleading SBDS Dance & Cheer
Groove Dance Productions Sloan's Dance Academy
Hunter Academy of performing Arts Star Studio
Hunter DrillDance Starz on Stage Talent Academy
Hunter Valley Physical Culture Pty Ltd Stephanie Kay Threadgate
Hunter Valley Writers Studio 2324
HVT Studio of Performing Arts Studio Sarah-Jane
iDance Performance Co Susanne O'Donahue
Jens Music The Empire
Jeremy Minett Music United Dance
Joanne Elizabeth Loi Upstage Youth Theatre
Josel Rocher Guiter Valley Music4159
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Karen Drury Vocal, Theory & Performance
Laura Paige Stands Wendy Gibbs
Lauren Crawford Music Your First Dance Co.
(5) 122,610 vouchers have been redeemed by online providers.
(6) 16,053 children and school-aged young people are eligible for the Creative Kids program in the
Maitland electorate (Australian Bureau of Statistics 2016).
Please note: This number reflects children between 5 and 19. Australian Bureau of Statistics age
categorisation does not allow extraction of data for ages 18 and under.
*4972 PROPOSAL TO RECLASSIFY AND RENAME THE PROSPECT CREEK—Ms Tania Mihailuk asked
the Minister for Local Government—
Considering the NSW Geographical Names Board is in receipt of a proposal to reclassify and rename the
Prospect Creek as the Lennox River, and that the proposal will be evaluated at the Board's meeting on 17
November 2020, should that Proposal ultimately be approved will the Government allocate resources to
the upgrade and maintenance of the river and adjacent facilities?
Answer—
Geographical names are a matter for the Minister for Customer Service, the Honourable Victor
Dominello MP.
*4973 EMERGENCY WATER INFRASTRUCTURE REBATE SCHEME—Mr Roy Butler asked the Minister
for Agriculture and Western New South Wales—
When will the Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme be rolled out for the 2020-21 period,
including the additional $50 million of funding as announced in October 2020?
Answer—
The Government is currently in discussions with the Commonwealth Government regarding the proposed
new program.
*4974 DOPPLER RADARS IN WESTERN NEW SOUTH WALES—Mr Roy Butler asked the Deputy
Premier, Minister for Regional New South Wales, Industry and Trade—
(1) Will consideration be given to building a Doppler radar near Fowlers Gap to provide coverage to
Broken Hill, Silverton, Cockburn, Menindee, Little Topar, Wilcannia, Tilpa, White Cliffs,
Packsaddle, Milparinka, Tibooburra, Cameron's Corner, pastoral properties and many unsealed roads
in the area, considering the weather blackspot which remains in the far west of New South Wales
despite the Doppler radar near Brewarrina and the Hillston-Ivanhoe radar?
Answer—
The Government considers all investments which improve the lives of people in regional New South
Wales.
The Government is delivering three new Doppler Radars in Central and Far West New South Wales.
The radars will provide new weather monitoring services covering up to 230,000 square kilometres, or an
additional 30 per cent of New South Wales.
*4975 SOUTHERN METERING PROJECT—Mr Roy Butler asked the Minister for Water, Property and
Housing—
(1) Has an offset water saving and licence been established from the Southern Metering Project?
(2) Has the Commonwealth Government asked the New South Wales Government to reframe the
irrigation annual average extraction limit to take into account this saving?
(3) What, if any, changes did the Commonwealth Government ask the New South Wales Government to
make on the Water Sharing Plan?
Answer—
(1) Licences have been established as a result of the NSW Metering Scheme project. There have been a
range of different entitlement types recovered, and these are now held and managed by the
Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder:
NSW SDL catchments Entitlement Type Number of entitlements
Lower Darling Regulated River (high and general 1,546
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