Legislative Council, Wednesday 9 November 2022

Ms FORREST question to LEADER of the GOVERNMENT in the LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, Mrs HISCUTT

Regarding the recently announced feasibility study for a second Cam River bridge:

1. Will the government commit to a full and open process that includes community consultation with the residents of Waratah/Wynyard, Circular Head and Burnie municipalities in the undertaking of a feasibility study?

2. Will the following considerations be included in the development of the feasibility study:
a. All possible location options for the second bridge;
b. the need for and nature of a second bridge; and
c. all alternate route options for Bass Highway between Burnie and Wynyard to establish a dual carriageway?

3. What is the timeframe for this process including timeframes for community engagement?
 
ANSWER:
1. As announced by the Premier and the Minister on 5 November 2022, the Department of State Growth will undertake a feasibility study for a second Cam River bridge that includes community consultation with the residents of Waratah/Wynyard, Circular Head and Burnie municipalities.

2. Yes, as announced on 5 November 2022, the feasibility study will assess the range of options.

3. The Department of State Growth will engage a consultancy to assist with this feasibility study. Once the consultancy is procured, additional information on the timing of study will be provided on the Department of State Growth’s website. The Department of State Growth will advertise the community consultation period before it begins and will provide options for how feedback can be provided.