Legislative Council, Wednesday 24 September 2025
Ms FORREST question to LEADER for the GOVERNMENT in the LEGISLATIVE
COUNCIL, Ms RATTRAY
QUESTION:
With regard to the new ambulance facilities on King island:
- Has work commenced on the new ambulance facilities; and
a) If not, why not and when is the new expected commencement date? - Can you provide an update on the progress of the development and the recruitment of community paramedics?
ANSWER: - Planning for the new King Island Ambulance Station commenced in April 2024 following the Government’s commitment to build four new stations at King Island, Legana, Snug and Cygnet.
Members of the public were invited to view designs at the King Island Council offices from June 3 to June 27.
Detailed design of the station is now complete and the Development Application for the new station was submitted to the King Island Council on 10 September 2025.
a) Construction of the new station will commence once relevant approvals have been received and a tender for construction is awarded. - The formal appointment of the King Island Community Paramedic remains a priority. I am advised that the development of the model is currently subject to consultation with key stakeholders. Given the unique location and operational requirements for King Island, extensive consultation is required prior to recruitment and implementation.