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2012-13 CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAMDecember 2012 Quarter Progress Report

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................1

1.1 SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE DECEMBER 2012 QUARTER..............................1

2 2012-13 CAPITAL PROGRAM...........................................................................2

2.1 2012-13 PROGRAM OVERVIEW...........................................................................22.2 2012-13 PROGRAM EXPENDITURE AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2012.................................3

2.2.1 2012-13 Capital Upgrades Program..............................................................................42.2.2 2012-13 Urban Improvement Program.........................................................................5

2.3 ANALYSIS OF HISTORICAL YEAR-TO-DATE EXPENDITURE AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2012......62.4 NON-FINANCIAL (MILESTONE) OUTCOMES.............................................................7

2.4.1 Functional Briefs............................................................................................................72.4.2 Preliminary Sketch Plans...............................................................................................72.4.3 Development Applications............................................................................................82.4.4 Construction Commenced.............................................................................................8

2.5 DELIVERY OF INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE ACT COMMUNITY.......................................92.5.1 Land Release Program..................................................................................................92.5.2 Affordable and Social Housing....................................................................................102.5.3 Delivery of Transport Infrastructure............................................................................112.5.4 Community Safety, Corrections and Justice.................................................................142.5.5 Improved Recreational, Lifestyle and Cultural Opportunities......................................182.5.6 The Environment.........................................................................................................212.5.7 Health.........................................................................................................................242.5.8 Other Initiatives...........................................................................................................27

ATTACHMENTS

A) 2011-12 CAPITAL WORKS EXPENDITURE BY AGENCYB) 2011-12 CAPITAL WORKS EXPENDITURE BY PROJECTC) VARIATIONS BETWEEN PROJECTS IN THE 2011-12 CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAMD) 2012-13 CAPITAL WORKS RE-PROFILING BETWEEN FINANCIAL YEARS

FRONT COVER PHOTOS

TOP LEFT: FRANKLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL CLASSROOMTOP RIGHT: MANUKA OVAL LIGHTS RISING BEHIND ST. PAUL’S CHURCH, MANUKABOTTOM LEFT: DETAIL FROM THE ENTRY TO THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM, CANBERRA VISITOR’S CENTREBOTTOM RIGHT: MAJURA PARKWAY – CONSTRUCTION OF A SEDIMENT BASIN

2012-13 Capital Works ProgramDecember Quarter Report

1 IntroductionThis report details the Government’s revised 2012-13 Capital Works Program, the achievements during the quarter and total program outcomes for specific projects for the year to date.

1.1 Summary of Achievements in the December 2012 Quarter

Details of the Capital Works Program outcomes by agency and project are at Attachments A to C.

Achievements during the December 2012 quarter include:

The completion of projects, including:

– Open Space Improvements – Playground Safety Program;

– Crace – William Slim Drive and Barton Highway Roundabout Signalisation (Design);

– Fyshwick – Stormwater Augmentation –Stage 3 (Design);

– ACT Policing Facilities – 2011-12 Capital Upgrades Program;

– Horse Park Drive Extension from Amaroo to Moncrieff Group Centre (Design);

– Horse Park Drive Water Quality Control Pond (Design); and

– Workplace Improvements which will facilitate improved Patient Flows and Operations and Services at the Canberra Hospital.

Lodgement of 21 functional briefs during the quarter taking the year-to-date total to 80 out of the 103 required for the 2012-13 year. These include:

– Gungahlin Enclosed Oval – Construction of Grandstand;

– Woden – Stormwater Infrastructure (Design);

– Staged Upgrade of Recreational Trails at Stromlo Forest Park;

– Molonglo Riverside Park – Stage 1;

– Red Hill Nature Reserve Remediation (Design);

– Mugga Lane – Land Fill Extension – Stage 5;

– Gate Upgrade – Mulligans Flat Predator Proof Fence;

– Gungahlin – Recycling Drop Off Centre; and

– Bridge Strengthening to Barry Drive Bridges over Sullivans Creek.

Final consultation was completed for a number of projects, including:

– Health Capital Upgrades at Calvary Hospital; and

– Flynn Regional Community Hub Stage 2.

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2 2012-13 Capital Program2.1 2012-13 Program Overview

The 2012-13 Budget provided a significant investment program for Capital Works across the Territory.

The original budgeted capital works program as published in the Budget Papers was $813.720 million. This figure was amended to take account of end of year rollovers and other opening financial year adjustments to $812.431 million as at the end of December 2012 (this figure could change as further end of year rollovers are finalised).

As part of the 2012-13 Budget Review, agencies reviewed their programs and projects in light of the first six months of progress and identified where re-profiling of projects was appropriate. This has resulted in $249 million in net expenditure being re-profiled into later years.

The estimated outcome for the 2012-13 Capital Works Program has been revised down from $812.4 million to $563 million.

A reconciliation of the 2012-13 Capital Works Program is shown in Table 1 below.

Table 1 2012-13 Original Budget Expenditure(a) $813.720 m

Net Unspent Appropriation from the 2011-12 program and accrued expenditure ($39.760) mSection 16(b) Rollovers(b) $38.471 m

Total Funds Available for Expenditure 2012-13 $812.431 m

Components on the Revised 2012-13 Capital Works Program

Expenditure as at 31 December 2012 $215.672 mBudget Review Re-profiling ($249.410) mForecast Expenditure 1 January 2013- 30 June 2013 $347.349 m

Revised Estimated Outcome $563.021 m

Reconciliation of Total Funds Available for Expenditure for 2012-13 $812.431 m

(a) See 2012-13 Budget Paper 3 – page 212.

(b) Economic Development Directorate Section 16(b) rollovers are an estimate only. Inputted at total program level.

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2.2 2012-13 Program Expenditure as at 31 December 2012

The actual expenditure for the December 2012 quarter was $120.7 million, which comprised:

New Works expenditure of $17.043 million; and

Works in Progress expenditure of $103.639 million.

This brings the total year-to-date expenditure to $215.672 million, which equates to 26.5 per cent against the total funds available for expenditure in 2012-13 of $812,431 million (or 38.3 per cent of the estimated outcome as outlined in the Budget Review of $563.021 million).

Historically, the majority of capital works expenditure occurs in the second half of the financial year. For the New Works program, this is because during the first quarter preliminary planning, approvals, consultations, procurement and tendering activities are undertaken. Delivery of the New Works component of the 2012-13 Program was also delayed due to the later than usual passing of the Budget in August 2012, resulting in a period of supply, and the Caretaker Period before the October election, during which major new commitments and contracts were avoided.

Expenditure in the December quarter is broadly in line with that recorded in previous years. The expenditure in the first quarter of 2012-13 is primarily related to the large component of the program which is works in progress.

Table 2 – Capital Works Program Expenditure – as at 31 December 2012

Agency

2012-13 Estimated

Expenditure$’000

YTD2012-13

Expenditure $’000

Percentage Spend

Against Estimated Outcome

Office of the Legislative Assembly 1,069 500 46.8%Territory and Municipal Services 216,423 69,495 32.1%Economic Development 179,709 51,408 28.6%Health Directorate 207,427 45,726 22.0%Justice and Community Safety 17,500 3,746 21.4%Environment and Sustainable Development 29,259 5,752 19.7%Education and Training 109,333 26,337 24.1%Community Services 33,939 5,308 15.6%Housing ACT 10,532 5,180 49.2%Canberra Institute of Technology 2,714 217 8.0%Cultural Facilities Corporation 1,426 400 28.1%Exhibition Park Corporation 2,528 1,433 56.7%ACT Cemeteries 572 170 29.7%TOTAL 812,431 215,672 26.5%

A breakdown of expenditure by agency is provided at Attachment A . Project financial data is provided at Attachment B.

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2.2.1 2012-13 Capital Upgrades Program

Capital upgrades are essential works that extend the useful life or improve the service delivery capacity for existing assets and do not include recurrent or ongoing expenditure for repairs and maintenance.

Year-to-date expenditure on the 2012-13 Capital Upgrades Program is $10.382 million, or 22.6 per cent, against an available budget of $45.912 million.

Table 3 – Capital Upgrades Program Expenditure – as at 31 December 2012

Agency Capital Upgrades

2012-13 Budget

2012-13 YTD

Expenditure % Spend to Date $’000 $’000

Office of the Legislative Assembly 234 43 18.4%

Territory and Municipal Services 18,996 2,881 15.2%

Economic Development 3,628 896 24.7%

Health Directorate 4,498 1,061 23.6%

Justice and Community Safety 1,285 268 20.9%

Education and Training(a) 11,121 4,163 31.5%

Environment and Sustainable Development 482 85 17.6%

Community Services 2,455 406 16.5%

Canberra Institute of Technology 2,336 208 8.9%

Cultural Facilities Corporation 351 88 25.1%

Exhibition Park Corporation 526 283 53.8%

TOTAL 45,912 10,382 22.6%(a) Education and Training Directorate accelerated works under the 2011-12 Capital Upgrades Program. This was offset

against the 2012-13 Capital Upgrades Program, reducing available funds from $13.2 million to $11.121 million.

Significant upgrade works being delivered in 2012-13 include:

Upgrades to Youth, Child Care and Community Facilities;

Improvements to Sports Facilities including Upgrades to Pavilions, Toilet Blocks and Flood Lighting Systems;

Land Infrastructure Improvements including Roads, Paving, Fencing, Stormwater, Sewer, Water Supply and Landscaping;

Building Refurbishments and Upgrades at Public Schools;

Building Upgrades and Facilities Improvements of ACT Health and Hospitals Infrastructure;

Road Safety Measures and Rehabilitation including, Bridge Strengthening, the Installation of Safety Fences and Pavement Rehabilitation;

Safety Improvements at Playgrounds and Barbeques Upgrades in Open Spaces;

Improvements to Manuka Pool and Canberra Stadium; and

Improvements to Fire and Ambulance Stations and other Emergency Services Facilities.

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2.2.2 2012-13 Urban Improvement Program

The Urban Improvement Program provides for works that improve the amenity of our growing city.

The Urban Improvement Program is an ongoing program where projects are allocated annually. The size of the program may change to match variances in the actual Lease Variation Charge revenue collected.

Funding of $22 million has been allocated in 2012-13.

Table 4 – Urban Improvement Program Expenditure – as at 31 December 2012

Directorate Urban Improvement Program

2012-13 Budget

2012-13YTD

Expenditure % Spend to Date $’000 $’000

Territory and Municipal Services 16,516 3,927 23.8%

Economic Development 5,484 47 0.9%

TOTAL 22,000 3,974 18.1%

Significant projects being delivered in 2012-13 as part of the Urban Improvement Program include:

the Restoration of Sportsgrounds, including Bonython, Watson and Weetangera;

Gungahlin Enclosed Oval – Construction of Grandstand;

Molonglo Riverside Park – Stage 1;

Transport for Canberra – Barton Bus Station;

Crace – William Slim Drive and Barton Highway Roundabout Signalisation (Design);

Amaroo – Horse Park Drive and Katherine Avenue Intersection Upgrade (Design);

Nicholls – Gundaroo Drive Duplication (Design) – between Mirrabei Drive and Barton Highway;

Belconnen – William Slim Drive Duplication (Design);

Belconnen Lakeshore – Emu Inlet – Stage 2 (Design); and

Transport for Canberra – Erindale Bus Station (Design).

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2.3 Analysis of Historical Year-to-Date Expenditure as at 31 December 2012

Table 5 and Graph 1 below show expenditure recorded year-to-date.

Table 5 – Full Year Capital Works Expenditure Comparison (2004-05 to 2012-13) Financial Year Revised

Budget$’000

YTD Expenditureto 31 December

$’000

Percentage of Expenditure Against

Revised Budget

2012-13 812,431 215,672 26.5%

2011-12 894,000 231,477 25.9%

2010-11 797,705 273,622 34.3%

2009-10 785,384 180,280 23.0%

2008-09 541,335 97,473 18.0%

2007-08 442,018 122,598 27.7%

2006-07 352,275 70,936 20.1%

2005-06 314,260 54,671 17.4%

2004-05 247,016 41,031 16.6%

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Historical Capital Works Expenditure – Year-to-date as at end of December Quarter (2003-04 to 2012-13)

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2.4 Non-Financial (Milestone) Outcomes

Delivery of the 2012-13 Capital Works Program is also measured against non-financial indicators, reported through monthly milestone updates. Project progress is recorded by agencies against key milestones for the New Works Program, inclusive of the 2012-13 Capital Upgrades and Urban Improvement Programs.

2.4.1 Functional Briefs

The lodgement of functional briefs is a key indicator of progress made during the project initiation phase of the new works program. There are 103 briefs required for the delivery of the 2012-13 New Capital Works Program, of which 80 have been completed as at 31 December 2012.

Significant projects which have completed functional briefs include:

Gungahlin Enclosed Oval – Construction of Grandstand;

Woden – Stormwater Infrastructure (Design);

Staged Upgrade of Recreational Trails at Stromlo Forest Park;

Molonglo Riverside Park – Stage 1;

Red Hill Nature Reserve Remediation (Design);

Mugga Lane – Land Fill Extension – Stage 5;

Red Hill – Astrolabe Street Traffic Management Measures;

Gate Upgrade – Mulligans Flat Predator Proof Fence;

Gungahlin – Recycling Drop Off Centre;

Bridge Strengthening to Barry Drive Bridges over Sullivans Creek; and

Installation of Safety Fences on the Pedestrian Bridge over Parkes Way Acton and Edinburgh Avenue Mixed Use Bridge over Parkes Way Acton.

2.4.2 Preliminary Sketch Plans

A total of 15 preliminary sketch plans have been lodged during the December quarter, including for the following projects:

Cotter Road Duplication – Stage 2 – Yarralumla Creek Bridge to Tuggeranong Parkway (Design);

Gungahlin – Recycling Drop Off Centre;

Bus Stop Signage to support the Introduction of Real Time Passenger Information across Canberra;

Rectification and Upgrade of Taylor Primary School;

Expansion of Social Housing – Stage 2;

AMC Crisis Support Unit Upgrade; and

Constitution Avenue.

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2.4.3 Development Applications

As at 31 December 2012, 16 Development Applications were lodged, including those for the following projects:

Red Hill – Astrolabe Street Traffic Management Measures;

Transport for Canberra – Canberra Avenue Bus Priority Measures;

Transport for Canberra – Gungahlin Town Centre Major Bus Station;

Centenary Trail; and

Ashley Drive – Stage 1.

2.4.4 Construction Commenced

Construction has commenced on 73 projects as at 31 December 2012, including:

Tuggeranong Health Centre – Stage 2;

Transport for Canberra – Majura Parkway;

Transport for Canberra – Cotter Road Improvements;

Gungahlin Leisure Centre;

Barton – Intersection Upgrades – Darling Street, Section 22;

Playground Designs and Safety Upgrades;

Rectification and Upgrade of Taylor Primary School;

West Macgregor Development – Macgregor Primary School Expansion;

North Watson Development – Majura Primary School Expansion;

Street Theatre Extension;

ESA Facilities Upgrades;

Corrective Services Facilities Upgrades; and

Continuation of Upgrading Gate Entrances at Exhibition Park in Canberra.

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2.5 Delivery of Infrastructure for the ACT Community

2.5.1 Land Release Program

The supply and release of land is a central part of the Government’s economic and social strategy and supports the needs of a growing population, changing households and an expanding economy.

The four-year Indicative Land Release Programs signal the Government’s land release intentions and seek to weigh up economic, social, financial and environmental objectives, including:

promoting the economic and social development of the Territory;

meeting the demand for land in the Territory;

establishing an appropriate inventory of serviced land;

facilitating the provision of affordable housing; and

achieving satisfactory returns from the sale of unleased Territory land.

There are a number of related infrastructure projects underway in the Territory which will facilitate the release of land to the community, including the North-South Arterial Road for Molonglo Suburbs (John Gorton Drive), North Weston Pond and Bridge, Molonglo 2 – Uriarra Road Upgrades, Horse Park Drive Extension from Burrumarra Avenue to Mirrabei Drive and Molonglo 2 – Sewer and Pedestrian Bridge over the Molonglo River.

Land releases in the Molonglo Valley

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2.5.2 Affordable and Social Housing

Several projects are being delivered by Housing ACT to provide safe, affordable and appropriate housing that responds to the individual circumstances and needs of low income and socially disadvantaged people in the community. Projects include the design and construction of new dwellings, and repairs and maintenance to existing Housing ACT properties.

Expansion of Social Housing – Phillip Development

Work continues on the Expansion of Social Housing. Construction has commenced on the 24 unit development in Phillip with 100 per cent of the units now at lock up stage and works being undertaken on the internal fit-out. Planning approval is being sought for a ten unit development in Chisholm.

Under the Expansion of Public Housing Energy Efficiency program, 446 existing properties have had upgrades completed. The upgrades, focusing on increasing energy and water efficiency through retrofitting existing dwellings with new energy efficient hot water and heating systems, as part of a long term strategy to bring all Housing ACT properties up to a minimum 3 star energy efficiency rating.

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2.5.3 Delivery of Transport Infrastructure

Significant upgrades to transport infrastructure across the Territory are planned or being delivered including design and duplication of major roads and intersections to improve traffic congestion, the design and construction of new bus stations, upgrades of existing bus stops and improvement of walking and cycling infrastructure to promote alternative transport modes.

A number of significant milestones were achieved in the December 2012 quarter, including:

The reconstruction of a retaining wall eastbound on Parkes Way

New road lanes under construction eastbound on Parkes Way

Construction continued on the Parkes Way Widening project during the quarter. Work undertaken to date includes moving streetlights, completing the subgrade and sub-base layers, and the stormwater reticulation system. When complete, the project will provide a third lane from Glenloch Interchange to Edinburgh Avenue, and improve the merge lane from Parkes Way onto Commonwealth Avenue, increasing the capacity of the road and improving traffic flows.

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Transport for Canberra – Cotter Road Improvements

Work has commenced on the Transport for Canberra – Cotter Road Improvements. Stage one works include the duplication of Cotter Road between Dunrossil Drive and Lady Denman Drive, on-road cycle lanes in both directions, the upgrade of the existing signalised McCulloch Street intersection to include bus-priority measures, replacement of the round-about at Lady Denman Drive with a signalised T-intersection, and traffic calming measures on McCulloch Street in Curtin.

John Gorton Drive Extension to Molonglo 2 and Group Centre – Stage 1D and 2A

Construction of the John Gorton Drive Extension to Molonglo 2 and Group Centre – Stage 1D and 2A continued during the quarter. This stage includes construction of approximately 1.2 km of dual carriageway between Holdens Creek and Coppins Crossing Road to facilitate access to Molonglo Stage 2 land release. The road will feature a dual carriageway with two lanes in each direction, on-road cycle lanes, service roads, a bridge over Holdens Creek and associated infrastructure including lighting, landscaping, street furniture and hydraulic services.

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Geotechnical investigations for Majura Parkway

Preliminary work continued on the Majura Parkway during the quarter. This included establishing site offices, installing fencing along the road perimeter, constructing erosion and sediment controls, geotechnical investigations and condition surveys of roads, properties and structures adjacent to the road corridor. When complete the Parkway, jointly funded by the ACT and Commonwealth Governments, will provide an 11.5 kilometre dual carriageway to connect the Federal and Monaro Highways.

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2.5.4 Community Safety, Corrections and Justice

Work has continued on the Courts Security Upgrade with installation of electronic security measures at both the ACT Magistrates Court and the Supreme Court. Works to date include counter security screens and external works including fencing and balustrades.

Construction of the ESA Station Upgrade and Relocation – Charnwood Station

Construction continues on the ESA Station Upgrade and Relocation – Charnwood Station project. Works undertaken to date include concrete footings and slabs poured for the Ambulance area, and excavation for the stormwater retention tank. Charnwood Station will be the first stage of the ESA Station Upgrade and Relocation strategy for improving Emergency Service coverage across Canberra.

Emergency Services Agency Capital Upgrades – Four Post Vehicle Hoist

A Four Post Vehicle Hoist has been installed at the Emergency Services Agency Fairbairn Workshop as part of the Emergency Services Agency Projects Capital Upgrades Program. The hoist has the capacity to lift four tonnes and enables maintenance of ESA vehicles to be safely carried out on site.

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Providing Education for All

Significant new works and upgrades to education facilities across the Territory are also underway. Significant progress, as at 31 December 2012, is outlined below.

The main entrance of Bonner Primary School

Learning areas at Bonner Primary School

Work progressed on Bonner Primary School. The first stage comprises an administration building, preschool, kindergarten, years 1 and 2 classrooms, associated external areas and car parking. When finished, Bonner Primary School will offer primary education facilities to the suburbs of Bonner and Forde.

Franklin Early Childhood School – Classrooms (left image) and hallways (right image)

Construction progressed at Franklin Early Childhood School. Buildings including the learning wing, childcare and preschool areas, and external play spaces and carparks were handed over to the Education and Training Directorate in December 2012.

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Red Hill Primary School Expansion – Outdoor Play Area

The Red Hill Primary School Expansion was completed during the quarter. The expansion has permitted increased enrolments at the school while also allowing the French Australian Preschool to remain on the site. Works undertaken included classroom extensions and refurbishments, an upgraded front entry, a new carpark and upgrades to the school frontage.

Malkara School Hydrotherapy Pool Building

Construction has been completed on the Malkara School Hydrotherapy Pool. The completed facility provides a new, energy efficient building to house the pool, and both the pool and facilities meet the required Disability Standards, providing easy access and use by people with impaired mobility.

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Left Image – Sports field at Weetangera Public School Right Image – Artificial play surface at Theodore Public School

Installation of Artificial Grass Surfaces continued during the quarter. To date, play areas have been completed at Torrens and Theodore Public Schools, and sports fields have been completed at Weetangera and Calwell Primary Schools. When finalised, the project will provide artificial grass surfaces at 10 schools offering a suitable alternative playing surface in times of drought with low water consumption and maintenance

Extension at Lyneham Preschool

Extensions to preschools have been undertaken as part of the COAG Universal Access to Preschools – Stage 1 Expansion Works. Work has now been completed at Griffith, Downer and Hackett Preschools. Construction is underway at Lyneham, Reid, Ainslie and Watson Preschools. Planning is underway for Deakin Preschool. The works are being undertaken at Government preschools to ensure compliance with National Quality Framework – Physical Environment Standards.

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2.5.5 Improved Recreational, Lifestyle and Cultural Opportunities

A number of projects continued during the quarter to improve recreational facilities, lifestyle opportunities and cultural facilities across Canberra, including work on sporting facilities, parks, urban spaces, public art and cultural institutions.

Before and After – Veterans’ Park Upgrades

Work continues on the Canberra CBD Upgrade Stage 2 project. The Veterans’ Park component of this project has been completed. This involved upgraded landscaping, new footpaths, a new Special Air Services Memorial and refurbishment of the existing two memorials, restoration of the fountain and improved lighting and seating.

Before and After – Canberra CBD Upgrade Stage 2 – City Walk – Ainslie Place to Akuna Street

Work has been completed on City Walk between Ainslie Place and Akuna Street as part of the Canberra CBD Upgrade Stage 2. The upgrade replaced the trampled grass with raised lawn beds, and saw the installation of new drainage and paving to improve the amenity of the area.

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Stage 1 of the Civic Cycle Loop – The separate cycle path next to Veterans’ Park – Bunda Street

Construction continued on stages one and two of the Civic Cycle Loop. Stage one includes 1.8 metre wide segregated cycle paths installed on either side of Rudd Street between Marcus Clarke Street and Northbourne Avenue, and the western end of Bunda Street. Stage two consists of two metre wide cycle lanes along each direction of Marcus Clarke Street, which will connect to the Rudd Street section of cycle lanes.

Left: Installation of the Manuka Oval Lighting Upgrades Right: Each light is angled to provide 100 per cent lighting coverage of the field

Right: Three of the lighting towers

During the quarter, installation of the Manuka Oval – Lighting Upgrades began, ready for their first formal use at the Prime Minister’s XI match against the West Indies on 29 January 2013. The project involved the installation of six towers, each 47 metres tall, with a total of 564 lights. The broadcast quality lighting means Manuka Oval can now host day-night cricket matches and evening games of AFL.

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Work has commenced on the Restoration of Sportsgrounds – Bonython, Watson and Weetangera, with upgrades beginning at Bonython. The project will see the upgrade and restoration of these ovals to provide the community with higher quality sporting facilities. Planned works undertaken will include the installation of irrigation systems, synthetic wickets and practise nets, floodlights and a small pavilion and toilet block at each oval.

Work continues on Playground Designs and Safety Upgrades and is currently focused on playgrounds at Kambah District Park and Yerrabi Pond District Park.

Kippax District Playing Fields

Work continues on the Supporting Our Local Sporting Clubs – Redevelopment of Kippax District Playing Fields. To date, the oval has been realigned and resurfaced with drought resistant turf, improved irrigation and drainage systems, new lighting has been installed, and the pavilion constructed.

The Other Side of Midnight by Anne Ross

The Other Side of Midnight is a sculpture by Melbourne artist, Anne Ross. The bronze and stainless steel sculpture, consisting of a painted doll flanked on each side by carousel dogs was unveiled during December on City Walk. The sculpture is designed to link with the Civic Carousel further along City Walk.

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2.5.6 The Environment

Works continued on a number of environmental and sustainability projects during the quarter.

Valley Ponds and Stormwater Harvesting Scheme

Boardwalk at the Valley Ponds

Work on the Valley Ponds and Stormwater Harvesting Scheme – Gungahlin continues. Landscaping is being undertaken, revegetating the site with plants grown from seed that was originally collected prior to construction starting. The ponds are designed to improve stormwater quality, increase urban biodiversity and retain stormwater for use at the nearby enclosed oval and college. When complete the area will include an outdoor classroom, a boardwalk, rock jetties, three ponds, a habitat island and interpretative signage.

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Left: Exterior of the National Arboretum Canberra – Village Centre Right: A Parquetry floor section has been laid in the Village Centre symbolising the

different diameters of the tree trunk planted within the Arboretum

Left: Bonsai plants within the custom built Bonsai Pavilion Right: Tasmanian Oak beams support the ceiling of the Village Centre

Work continues at the National Arboretum Canberra. During the quarter the Village Centre and Bonsai Pavilion were handed over to Territory and Municipal Services Directorate in preparation for the official opening in February 2013. Construction continues on the Reflective Pavilion, which will be a separate venue able to be hired out for private events. When complete, the National Arboretum will be the largest arboretum in Australia, and will feature 100 forests of threatened and significant trees. The National Arboretum Canberra has been open to the public since the official opening ceremony on 2 February 2013.

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The start of the Stockyard Spur Walking Trail Upgrade

The Stockyard Spur Walking Trail Upgrade was opened to the public during the quarter. The trail, part of the Bushfire Operations Plan funded through the Strategic Bushfire Management Plan Version 2, rises over 800 metres from its starting point at the Corin Dam wall to its peak at Stockyard Gap. The first two kilometres is a formalised trail that traverses highland forest. The subsequent 4.5 kilometre stretch is designed for experienced walkers. While the trail upgrade offers hikers improved access into Namadgi’s remote areas, it also provides an important fire break between the Bendora and Corin water catchment areas. This trail will improve access in the event of a bushfire emergency and will give Fire Management Units increased flexibility when it comes to managing fuel loads.

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2.5.7 Health

Works continued on the redevelopment and reconfiguration of Canberra’s hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure the availability and viability of quality health care.

Centenary Hospital for Women and Children

Works continue on Stage 2 of the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children including the refurbishment of the existing maternity building. Demolition work has been completed and construction is now underway. When completed, the refurbished area will provide additional beds, a play area, cafe, clinical offices, ambulatory care and further in/outpatient facilities. When fully operational the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children will support new models of patient care, and enable expansion of clinical research and teaching related to its services.

The Capital Region Cancer Centre – Artist’s impression

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Construction of the Canberra Region Integrated Cancer Centre

Works continue on the Capital Region Integrated Cancer Centre. During the quarter construction progressed on the building facade and internal services. Thermal insulation has been installed and internal partitioning is being constructed. When complete the new Canberra Region Cancer Centre will improve cancer treatment by integrating services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, haematology, immunology, research and teaching programs.

Artist’s impression of the Tuggeranong Health Centre refurbishment (existing building on right)

Preparation for the Tuggeranong Health Centre – Stage 2 began during the quarter. As part of the refurbishment, existing services offered from the Health Centre have been required to temporarily relocate to the nearby Greenway Waters Suites. The fitout of this temporary health centre commenced in mid-November 2012. When completed, the refurbished Tuggeranong Health Centre will allow for convenient treatment of patients within the community.

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Construction of the Enhanced Community Health Centre Belconnen

Construction continues at the Enhanced Community Health Centre Belconnen. The building is now at its full height and completed elements include the roofing on the podium, installation of partitioning on levels one through four of the main building, installation of the first of the two lifts in the main building, and sewer connections. When the building is complete, it will enable delivery of a wide range of services including breast screening, medical imaging, renal medicine services, podiatry, dentistry and pathology collection. The Centre aims to improve the quality of life and wellbeing in the community and reduce reliance on public hospitals.

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2.5.8 Other Initiatives

Work is being undertaken on the Flynn Regional Community Hub. Situated on the site of the former Flynn Primary School, the refurbishment will create a centre tenanted by community organisations. Works undertaken to date include the repair of the roof, installation of cooling systems, construction of a new car park and landscaping. The Community Hub will share the former Flynn Primary School site with the Flynn Childcare Centre, that was opened at the beginning of 2012.

Street Theatre Extension

Work commenced during the quarter on the Street Theatre Extension. The extension will provide office accommodation for theatre staff and other local performing arts groups, and replace the current demountable building that is used for accommodation.

Work continued on the Upgrade of Early Childhood Facilities throughout Canberra. During the quarter, work at Cooinda Cottage in Charnwood was completed, and the planning approval and development application for Campbell Cottage Childcare Centre was approved. Design works for the Fyshwick Early Childhood Centre, Forrest Early Childhood Centre and Greenway Early Childhood Centre are underway. The upgrades will implement national quality standards for childcare facilities and will provide at least 170 additional childcare places.

Work continues on the Tuggeranong – Multi-use Indoor Community Facility and Men’s Shed, with the building at lock-up stage and the internal fit-out and landscaping currently underway. The project will see the construction of a multi-purpose indoor sport facility to be operated by the Tuggeranong Archery Club, including a separate area for the Tuggeranong branch of the Men’s Shed, featuring its own entrance, kitchenette, toilets, office space as well as safety and extraction systems for workshop equipment.

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The new Chamber Roof and Facade at the Legislative Assembly Building

Work has been completed on the Chamber Roof and Facade Replacement at the Legislative Assembly Building on London Circuit in the city centre. Over the quarter the roof sheeting, flashings and guttering, and terracotta cladding tiles were replaced to address a leaking roof and tile damage.

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