On 26 March 2024, the Chair of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works, Mr Graham Perrett MP, presented the Eighty Seventh Annual Report to the House of Representatives.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 27 March 2024

On 26 March 2024, the Chair of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works, Mr Graham Perrett MP, presented the Eighty Seventh Annual Report to the House of Representatives. The report contains a recommendation for reform of the Committee’s foundation legislation. The Public Works Committee was established in 1913. While it has provided parliamentary scrutiny of Commonwealth expenditure and ensured public value of proposed works, the government procurement and construction environment has evolved significantly in the last century. Mr Perrett said ‘A full review of the Public Works Committee legislation, with a view to repealing and replacing the current Act, would ensure the Committee can continue to provide effective oversight of government expenditure’. The annual report is a statutory requirement of the Committee. It also includes statistics on inquiries, hearings and medium works for 2023. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track this Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider two new proposed works

Media release issue date: Friday, 1 March 2024

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider two new proposed works: Parks Australia – Muṯitjulu Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park, Northern Territory, Essential Services Project – $91.87million The Director of National Parks (DNP), within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) portfolio, is responsible for the provision (supply and maintenance) of essential power, water, and sewer services to the Muṯitjulu community. The works will upgrade and replace essential power, water and sewer services supporting the Muṯitjulu community as the existing services are over 30 years old, non-compliant with current Australian standards and have become increasingly unreliable.  Department of Finance — Proposed Fit-out of New Commonwealth Parliament Offices, Perth, Western Australia – $38.2 million The current fitout of the Perth Offices are aged, no longer fit for purpose and the business requirements. A new Perth site will provide compliant, modern and secure facilities that support and facilitate government business efficiently and effectively. The new fitout will be an increase NLA from 2,052 m2 to 3,998 m2 to allow for increased staff, offices and secure facilities (not available in the existing Offices) to meet current and future demands. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearings for the inquiries in 2024. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. The deadline for public submissions is 27 March 2024, with more information available on the Public Works Committee website. Mr Graham Perret MP, Committee Chair said, ‘public submissions and the public hearings will allow the Committee to review the purpose, need and public value of the proposed works.’ Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider a new referral from the Department of Defence into the Facilities to Support Advanced Growler Phase 6 at an estimated cost of $228.2 million.

Media release issue date: Monday, 19 February 2024

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider a new referral from the Department of Defence into the Facilities to Support Advanced Growler Phase 6 at an estimated cost of $228.2 million. The works will take place in both Amberley, Queensland and Delamere, Northern Territory. The construction works will deliver new and upgraded facilities for the operation of the electronic attack aircraft EA-18G Growler. It is anticipated that the Committee will travel to Amberley to conduct a public hearing in relation to the project. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. The deadline for public submissions is 8 March 2024, with more information available on the Public Works Committee website. Mr Graham Perrett MP, Committee Chair said, ‘public submissions and the public hearings will allow the Committee to review the purpose, need and public value of the proposed works.’ Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track this Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider two new referrals from the Department of Defence.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 29 November 2023

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider two new referrals from the Department of Defence. The projects are: Department of Defence – RAAF Base Learmonth Redevelopment Enabling KC-30A Operations – $662.2 million – Exmouth, Western Australia The works will deliver upgrades to the airfield at RAAF Base Learmonth to meet Defence requirements for the support of KC-30A operations and to improve overall airfield resilience. Department of Defence – Canberra Defence Precinct Tranche 1 Australian Defence Force Academy Living-in Accommodation Project – $1.25 billion – Canberra, ACT The works will replace existing Living-in Accommodation facilities and associated infrastructure at ADFA with contemporary, safe and suitable accommodation that will support recruitment, retention, and wellbeing of Trainee Officers. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearings for the inquiries in 2024. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. The deadline for public submissions is 29 January 2024, with more information available on the Public Works Committee website. Mr Graham Perrett MP, Committee Chair, said, ‘public submissions and the public hearings will allow the Committee to review the purpose, need and public value of the proposed works.’ Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track this Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider three new referrals, one from the Department of Defence, one from Airservices Australia and one from Australia’s Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation.

Media release issue date: Monday, 20 November 2023

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider three new referrals, one from the Department of Defence, one from Airservices Australia and one from Australia’s Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation. The projects are: Department of Defence – RAAF Base Darwin – Mid-term Refresh – $159.9 million – Darwin, Northern Territory The works will deliver enhanced resilience and redundancy to the base and includes upgrades to vehicle access as well as sewer and water networks. Airservices Australia – PFAS Remediation of Former Fire Training Ground at Launceston Airport – $24 million – Launceston, Tasmania The works will remediate Per-and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) contamination of Launceston Airport resulting from historical firefighting operations on the site. Australia’s Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation – Nuclear Medicine Manufacturing Facility – $619 million – Lucas Heights, New South Wales The works will replace Australia’s main nuclear medicine manufacturing facility to meet community needs. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearings for the inquiries in 2024. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. The deadline for public submissions is early January 2024, with more information available on the Public Works Committee website. Mr Graham Perrett MP, Committee Chair said, ‘public submissions and the public hearings will allow the Committee to review the purpose, need and public value of the proposed works.’ Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track this Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider a referral from the Department of Defence for over $286 million in public works supporting the Defence Fuel Transformation – Tranche 2 Facilities Project.

Media release issue date: Monday, 18 September 2023

Under the Public Works Committee Act 1969, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will consider a referral from the Department of Defence for over $286 million in public works supporting the Defence Fuel Transformation – Tranche 2 Facilities Project. The works will replace, upgrade or remove existing defence fuel installations across Australia. Defence will also set up new defence fuel installations to service maritime, aviation, ground vehicles and power generation sites; construct a new wharf at Garden Island East in Sydney to support the refuelling of fleet vessels; consolidate redundant fuel infrastructure; and do compliance, minor infrastructure and system remediation works. The aim of the works is to reduce risk to the defence fuel network and supply chain, building on Tranche 1 of the Defence Fuel Transformation Program. Mr Graham Perrett MP, Committee Chair said, ‘the public hearing will allow the Committee to review the Department of Defence’s submission and report on the purpose, need and public value of the proposed works.’ The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. The deadline for public submissions is 10 October 2023, with more information available on the Public Works Committee website. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct a public and in-camera hearing for the inquiry in late October 2023, where the Committee will hear from the Department of Defence. Interested members of the public are encouraged to contact the Committee Secretariat if they wish to attend the public hearing. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track this Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Australian Taxation Office’s proposed fit-out of new leased premises at 6 Paramatta Square, Sydney, NSW will be reviewed by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works at a public hearing on 30 September 2022.

Media release issue date: Monday, 26 September 2022

The Australian Taxation Office’s proposed fit-out of new leased premises at 6 Paramatta Square, Sydney, NSW will be reviewed by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works at a public hearing on 30 September 2022. The proposed works to install an office fit-out to the Australian Taxation Office’s new lease premises at Parramatta Square are due to be completed in April 2023 with a total estimated cost of $64.36 million, excluding GST. Mr Graham Perret MP, Committee Chair said, ‘the public hearing will provide the Committee with an opportunity to consider the Taxation Office’s stated purpose, need and value for money of the proposed works.’ The Committee will hear from the Australian Taxation Office and the Australian Services Union at the public hearing. Interested members of the public are encouraged to contact the Committee Secretariat if they wish to attend the public hearing. Public hearing details Date: Friday, 30 September 2022 Time: 9:30 am – 12:20 pm (AEST) Location: Committee Room 2R1, Parliament House, Canberra The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing on 19 September 2022 to scrutinise the Department of Defence’s proposed AIR7000 Phase 1B Remotely Piloted Aircraft System Facilities Project.

Media release issue date: Friday, 16 September 2022

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing on 19 September 2022 to scrutinise the Department of Defence’s proposed AIR7000 Phase 1B Remotely Piloted Aircraft System Facilities Project. The project will support the introduction into service of the MQ-4C Triton aircraft system (Triton). Triton is a remotely piloted high altitude long endurance aerial system designed for maritime patrol and other surveillance roles; and is equipped with a sensor suite that provides it with a view of its surroundings for over 2,000 nautical miles. At an estimated cost of $427.1 million the proposed project is intended to provide a control centre, training facilities, squadron headquarters, hangars, airfield pavements, aircraft wash point, and site wide engineering service which will support the operation of the Triton. ‘The Committee is looking forward to its first opportunity of the Parliament to scrutinise a public work, especially due to interruptions caused by the pandemic which prevented the Committee from travelling for site inspections in the 46th Parliament.’ ‘As the oldest continuing committee of the Parliament, the Deputy Chair, the Member for Hinkler, and I look forward to continuing the committee's important scrutiny of proposed public works’, Mr Graham Perret MP, Committee Chair said. Public hearing details Date: Monday, 19 September 2022 Time: 2:30pm – 3:15pm (ACST) Location: Knotts Crossing Resort, Katherine The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

At a public hearing on 16 November 2021 the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Health for over $64 million in public works to fit-out the Sirius Building in Woden, Canberra as part of the Health’s New Ways of Working program.

Media release issue date: Monday, 15 November 2021

At a public hearing on 16 November 2021 the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Health for over $64 million in public works to fit-out the Sirius Building in Woden, Canberra as part of the Health’s New Ways of Working program. This hearing is part of the Committee’s inquiry into the Department of Health, Fit-out of Existing Premises, Sirius Building, Woden, ACT, and will examine the need, scope, function and cost effectiveness of the proposed new operational support and training facilities, and explore how the proposed works will provide fit-for-purpose consolidated office accommodation for staff. Public hearing details Date: Tuesday, 16 November 2021 Time: 4.00pm to 5.00pm (AEDT) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

At a public hearing on 13 October 2021 the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Defence for over $266 million in public works supporting Australia’s Integrated Air and Missile Defence program.

Media release issue date: Tuesday, 12 October 2021

At a public hearing on 13 October 2021 the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Defence for over $266 million in public works supporting Australia’s Integrated Air and Missile Defence program. This hearing is part of the Committee’s inquiry into the Department of Defence, Facilities to support LAND 19 Phase 7B Short Range Ground Base Air Defence at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia, and will examine the need, scope, function and cost effectiveness of the proposed new operational support and training facilities, and explore how the proposed works will provide fit-for-purpose facilities and infrastructure for the 16th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery to raise, train and sustain new defence capability acquired under the LAND 19 Phase 7B Short Range Ground Based Air Defence program. Public hearing details Date: Wednesday, 13 October 2021 Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm (AEDT) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

At a public hearing on 11 October the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $40 million proposal from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority for facility-wide refurbishment and upgrades to deliver improved educational facilities. These works are the final instalment of a two-stage program of $80.1 million in Reef HQ works.

Media release issue date: Friday, 8 October 2021

At a public hearing on 11 October the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $40 million proposal from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority for facility-wide refurbishment and upgrades to deliver improved educational facilities. These works are the final instalment of a two-stage program of $80.1 million in Reef HQ works. This hearing is part of the Committee’s inquiry into the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Transformation of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Queensland. The Committee will examine the need, scope, function and cost effectiveness of the proposed upgrades, and explore how the proposed works will transform Reef HQ into a global destination of excellence in tropical coral reef education. Public hearing details Date: Monday, 11 October 2021 Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm (AEDT) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

On 13 September 2021, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing to scrutinise a proposal from the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) to construct a $59.8 million purpose-built intermediate level solid radioactive waste storage facility at its Lucas Heights campus.

Media release issue date: Tuesday, 7 September 2021

On 13 September 2021, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing to scrutinise a proposal from the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) to construct a $59.8 million purpose-built intermediate level solid radioactive waste storage facility at its Lucas Heights campus. ‘At the hearing the Committee will examine the proposed works, with regards to its statutory role under the Public Works Committee Act 1969’, said Mr Rick Wilson MP, Committee Chair. ‘Our scrutiny will consider the need and purpose of the works, cost effectiveness, any revenue it may produce, and the current and expected public value derived from the works.’ Given the high level of public interest in the proposal, the Committee will hear from ANSTO, as well as several stakeholders who have made submissions to the inquiry. Public hearing details Date: 13 September 2021 Time: 11.00 am to 2.30 pm (AEST) Location: Teleconference 11.00 am –11.20 am: Mr David Noonan 11.20 am –11.40 am: Medical Association for the Prevention of War 11.40 am –12.00 pm: Australian Conservation Foundation 12.00 pm –12.20 pm: Friends of the Earth Australia 12.20 pm –12.40 pm: The Conservation Council of South Australia 12.40 pm – 1.00 pm: Mr Barry Wakelin 1.00 pm – 1.30 pm: Break 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm: ANSTO 2.30 pm: Close The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

At a public hearing on Friday 27 August the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $27.49 million proposal from the Australian Institute of Marine Science to expand its National Sea Simulator to support research for protecting the Great Barrier Reef.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 26 August 2021

At a public hearing on Friday 27 August the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $27.49 million proposal from the Australian Institute of Marine Science to expand its National Sea Simulator to support research for protecting the Great Barrier Reef. The inquiry into the Australian Institute of Marine Science, Expansion of the National Sea Simulator will examine the need and cost effectiveness of the proposed expansion, and explore how the expanded SeaSim capacity will directly support significant research under the Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan and the Great Barrier Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program. Public hearing details Date: Friday, 27 August 2021 Time: 11.00 am to 12.00 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

A major environmental project on Christmas Island and a National Collections Building in Canberra will be reviewed by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works when it conducts two public hearings into the two separate projects on Friday 6 August 2021.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 5 August 2021

A major environmental project on Christmas Island and a National Collections Building in Canberra will be reviewed by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works when it conducts two public hearings into the two separate projects on Friday 6 August 2021. The first hearing will scrutinise a $28.9 million proposal from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications, to install fit-for-purpose stormwater, landslide and rockfall mitigation works on Christmas Island. Public hearing details Date: Friday, 6 August 2021 Time: 10.00 am to 11.00 am (AEST) Location: via teleconference The second hearing will consider the $70 million proposal from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) to construct a new fit-for-purpose National Collections Building at the Black Mountain Science and Innovation Park in the ACT. Public hearing details Date: Friday, 6 August 2021 Time: 2.30 pm to 3.25 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference Both hearings will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $747 million proposal from the Department of Defence to provide essential upgrades to facilities and infrastructure at four existing Defence training areas in the Northern Territory at a public hearing on Thursday 22 July 2021.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 21 July 2021

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $747 million proposal from the Department of Defence to provide essential upgrades to facilities and infrastructure at four existing Defence training areas in the Northern Territory at a public hearing on Thursday 22 July 2021. The inquiry into the Department of Defence, United States Force Posture Initiatives Northern Territory Training Areas and Ranges Upgrades will examine the need and cost effectiveness of the proposed upgrades to: Robertson Barracks Close Training Area; Kangaroo Flats Training Area; Mount Bundey Training Area; and Bradshaw Field Training Area in the Northern Territory. Public hearing details Date: Thursday, 22 July 2021 Time: 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities.For background information For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project from the Department of Defence which aims to provide vital estate maintenance and upgrades to support capability across RAAF Base Townsville, Townsville Field Training Area and HMAS Cairns.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 21 April 2021

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project from the Department of Defence which aims to provide vital estate maintenance and upgrades to support capability across RAAF Base Townsville, Townsville Field Training Area and HMAS Cairns. Details of the project are as follows: Department of Defence - North Queensland Mid Term Refresh Program – RAAF Base Townsville, Townsville Field Training Area and HMAS Cairns — $111.2 million. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct a public and in-camera hearing for the inquiry in Mid May 2021. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. Submissions for the project will be accepted until Thursday 13 May 2021. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $24.8 million proposal from Airservices Australia to refurbish the Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport Tower at a public hearing on Thursday 11 March 2021.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 10 March 2021

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $24.8 million proposal from Airservices Australia to refurbish the Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport Tower at a public hearing on Thursday 11 March 2021. The inquiry into the Airservices Australia, Sydney Airport Tower Refurbishment Project will examine the need for the Sydney Tower to undergo a series of mechanical, structural and electrical upgrades while remining fully operational. Under the proposal, the current generation technology will be upgraded to new Integrated Tower Automation Suite (INTAS) technology. Public hearing details Date: Thursday, 11 March 2021 Time: 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm (AEDT) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $35.7 million proposal from Airservices Australia to refurbish the Air Traffic Services Centre and Control Tower Complex at Brisbane Airport at a public hearing on Thursday 4 March 2021.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 4 March 2021

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $35.7 million proposal from Airservices Australia to refurbish the Air Traffic Services Centre and Control Tower Complex at Brisbane Airport at a public hearing on Thursday 4 March 2021. The inquiry into the Airservices Australia, Brisbane Air Traffic Services Centre and Control Tower Complex Refurbishment Project will examine the need for the fitout of the office and administration areas within the Control Tower and Air Traffic Service Centres. Under the proposal, the project will also provide space to accommodate the relocation and integration of Defence air traffic control approach services from Darwin and Townsville Air Force bases into the Brisbane Air Traffic Service Centre. Public hearing details Date: Thursday, 4 March 2021 Time: 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm (AEDT) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

An $18.72 million project to consolidate the CSIRO’s four Perth locations will be scrutinised in a new inquiry from the Parliament’s Public Works Committee.

Media release issue date: Monday, 16 November 2020

An $18.72 million project to consolidate the CSIRO’s four Perth locations will be scrutinised in a new inquiry from the Parliament’s Public Works Committee. The Committee aims to conduct a public and in-camera hearing for the inquiry into the Perth Precinct Project (P3) in January of 2021. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. Submissions for the project will be accepted until Wednesday 13 January 2021. Submission acceptance has been extended to take into account the Christmas/New Year period.   Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new $53 million proposal from Services Australia to fitout a new leased premises at 52-62 King William Street, Adelaide.

Media release issue date: Friday, 30 October 2020

Please note: The start time for this hearing has changed. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new $53 million proposal from Services Australia to fitout a new leased premises at 52-62 King William Street, Adelaide. The inquiry into Services Australia’s Proposed fit out of new leased premises at 52–62 King William Street, Adelaide will examine the need for the consolidation of the current five sites in the Adelaide Central Business District to a new site at 52-62 King William Street, Adelaide. Under the proposal, Services Australia will 28,500 meters squared of office accommodation within the building. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. Submissions for the project will be accepted until Wednesday, 18 November 2020. Public hearing details Date: Monday, 23 November 2020 Time: 9.30 am to 10.00 am (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

At a public hearing tomorrow, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $60.7 million proposal from the Department of Health to fitout a new leased premises at Fairbairn Business Park, Canberra Airport.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 29 October 2020

At a public hearing tomorrow, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a $60.7 million proposal from the Department of Health to fitout a new leased premises at Fairbairn Business Park, Canberra Airport. The inquiry into the Department of Health’s proposed fitout of new leased premises at Fairbairn Business Park, Canberra will examine the need for the relocation of the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s Laboratory from its current location in Symonston to Fairbairn Business Park. The proposal also includes the fitout of 8,500 meters squared of office space that will service as the Department of Health’s second ACT campus. Public hearing details Date: Friday, 30 October 2020 Time: 10.00 am to 11.00 am (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project, from the Department of Health.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 3 September 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project, from the Department of Health. The department’s proposed fitout of new leased premises at Fairbairn Business Park, Canberra is expected to cost $60.7 million. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct a public and in-camera hearing for the inquiry in early October 2020. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. Submissions for the project will be accepted until Friday 9 October 2020. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

At a public hearing tomorrow, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Defence to commence Phase 1 of the AIR555 facilities project at RAAF Bases in Edinburgh, Darwin, and Townsville, as well as the Territory of Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 6 August 2020

At a public hearing tomorrow, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Defence to commence Phase 1 of the AIR555 facilities project at RAAF Bases in Edinburgh, Darwin, and Townsville, as well as the Territory of Cocos (Keeling) Islands. The inquiry into the AIR 555 Phase 1 Airborne Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance Electronic Warfare Capability Facilities Works will examine the need for and cost effectiveness of the project, along with how the project will support the incoming Peregrine capability. Public hearing details Date: Friday, 7 August 2020 Time: 2.15 pm to 3.15 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

At a public hearing this afternoon, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Australian Federal Police (AFP) to fit out a new leased premises at 1120 Hay Street & 629 Murray Street, West Perth, Western Australia.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 8 July 2020

At a public hearing this afternoon, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Australian Federal Police (AFP) to fit out a new leased premises at 1120 Hay Street & 629 Murray Street, West Perth, Western Australia. The inquiry into the proposed fit-out and security hardening of new leased AFP Premises at 1120 Hay Street & 629 Murray Street, West Perth, Western Australia will examine the need for and suitability of the AFP’s proposal to relocate the site of its West Perth premises. Public hearing details Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2020 Time: 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

At a public hearing tomorrow the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment to fitout a new leased premises at Block 34, Section 26, Canberra City, ACT.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 1 July 2020

At a public hearing tomorrow the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment to fitout a new leased premises at Block 34, Section 26, Canberra City, ACT. The inquiry into the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Proposed Fitout of New Leased Premises, Canberra will examine how the project proposes to relocate the Departments 2,750 staff, currently located across three separate sites, to a single new building fitted out to the Department's new activity based working model. Public hearing details Date: Thursday, 2 July 2020 Time: 11.00 am to 12.30 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

On 14 July, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing to scrutinise a proposal from the Australian War Memorial to conduct a $498 million development project at the War Memorial in Canberra.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 18 June 2020

On 14 July, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing to scrutinise a proposal from the Australian War Memorial to conduct a $498 million development project at the War Memorial in Canberra. “At the hearing, the Committee will examine the proposed works in light of its statutory role under the Public Works Committee Act 1969,” the Hon Dr John McVeigh MP, Committee Chair said. “This includes the need and purpose of the works, its cost effectiveness, any revenue it will produce and the current and prospective value of the works.” Given the level of public interest in this proposal, in addition to hearing from the Australian War Memorial, the Committee will look to hear from some of those who made written submissions to this inquiry as part of the hearings. Anyone who is interested in making a statement on the proposed works should contact the secretariat via email at pwc@aph.gov.au to register their interest by 5pm on Wednesday 1 July. Not everyone who expresses an interest will be able to appear. Public hearing details Date: Tuesday 14 July 2020 Time: TBC Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project, from the Department of Defence.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 17 June 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project, from the Department of Defence. Details of the project are as follows: Department of Defence — AIR 555 Phase 1 Airborne Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance Electronic Warfare Capability Facilities Works —$293.65 million. It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct a public and in-camera hearing for the inquiry in early August 2020. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the project. Submissions for project will be accepted until 28 July 2020. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au  For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project, from the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment.

Media release issue date: Tuesday, 2 June 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise a new project, from the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment. Details of the project are as follows: Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment — Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment —$78.0 million— Canberra City, ACT It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearing for the inquiry in late June 2020. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the inquiries. Submissions for project will be accepted until 17 June 2020. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au   For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

At a public hearing tomorrow, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority to deliver critical safety works at the National Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef in Townsville, QLD.

Media release issue date: Wednesday, 20 May 2020

At a public hearing tomorrow, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will scrutinise a proposal from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority to deliver critical safety works at the National Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef in Townsville, QLD. The inquiry into the National Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef, Reef HQ will examine how the project proposes to address identified safety and operational concerns at the facility and how the works will facilitate the continued provision of educational and informational services to the wider community. Public hearing details Date: Thursday, 21 May 2020 Time: 10.30 am to 11.30 am (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise two new projects, one from the Australian Federal Police, and one from the Australian War Memorial.

Media release issue date: Tuesday, 5 May 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise two new projects, one from the Australian Federal Police, and one from the Australian War Memorial. Details of the projects are as follows: Australian Federal Police — Proposed Fit-out and Security Hardening of New Leased Australian Federal Police Premises at West Perth — West Perth, Western Australia Australian War Memorial — Australian War Memorial Development Project — Campbell, ACT It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearings for the inquiries in June/July 2020. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the inquiries. Submissions for the Australian Federal Police project will be accepted until 12 June 2020. Submissions for the Australian War Memorial project will be accepted until 17 June 2020. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au   For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold hearings into two proposals from the Department of Defence to deliver works at various Defence sites across Australia aimed at supporting the acquisition of new Australian Defence Force vehicles.

Media release issue date: Tuesday, 5 May 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold hearings into two proposals from the Department of Defence to deliver works at various Defence sites across Australia aimed at supporting the acquisition of new Australian Defence Force vehicles. The LAND 121 Stage 5B Facilities Project will provide fit for purpose facilities and infrastructure to support and sustain vehicles, modules and trailers being procured for the Australian Defence Force under the LAND 121 Vehicle Acquisition Program. The cost of the proposed works is $183.3 million, excluding GST. The Armoured Fighting Vehicles Facilities Project will provide fit for purpose facilities and infrastructure to support and sustain, and train Army personnel on the next generation of Armoured Fighting Vehicles capability being procured for the Australian Defence Force. The cost of the proposed works is $235.1 million, excluding GST. Public hearing details LAND 121 Stage 5B Facilities Project Date: Wednesday, 6 May 2020 Time: 10.30 am to 12.00 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference Armoured Fighting Vehicles Facilities Project Date: Wednesday, 6 May 2020 Time: 2.15 pm to 3.15 pm (AEST) Location: via teleconference The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au For more information about this Committee, you can visit its website. On the site, you can make a submission to an inquiry, read other submissions, and get details for upcoming public hearings. You can also track the Committee and receive email updates by clicking on the blue ‘Track Committee’ button in the bottom right hand corner of the page.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise one new proposal from the Department of Defence, and one from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.

Media release issue date: Thursday, 27 February 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has announced that it will scrutinise one new proposal from the Department of Defence, and one from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. Details of the projects are as follows: Department of Defence— RAAF Base Tindal Redevelopment Stage 6 and United States Force Posture Initiative Airfield Works—$1,174.0 million—Tindal, Northern Territory Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority— Proposal for critical safety works for the continued safe operation of the National Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef, Reef HQ—$26.9 million — Townsville, Queensland It is anticipated that the Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearings for the inquiries in April and May 2020. The Committee would like to hear from all individuals or organisations interested in the inquiries. Submissions for Reef HQ will be accepted until 3 April 2020, and until 9 April 2020 for the RAAF Tindal proposal. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. For background information Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing as part of its scrutiny of the proposal from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to conduct integrated fit-out works for new leased premises at 152 Wharf Street, Brisbane, QLD.

Media release issue date: Monday, 24 February 2020

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works will hold a public hearing as part of its scrutiny of the proposal from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to conduct integrated fit-out works for new leased premises at 152 Wharf Street, Brisbane, QLD. The proposed works are due for completion in August 2022. The total estimated cost of the project is $49.59 million, excluding GST. The Committee will conduct public and in-camera hearings for the inquiry at Parliament House, Canberra on 26 February 2020. Interested members of the public are encouraged to contact the Committee Secretariat if they wish to attend the public hearing. Public hearing program Date: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 Time: 5.45 pm to 6.45 pm Location: Committee Room 1R3, Parliament House, Canberra The hearing will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live. Please note: the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works is not involved in the tendering process, awarding of contracts or details of the proposed works. Inquiries on these matters should be addressed to the relevant Commonwealth entities. Inquiries Committee Secretariat 02 6277 4636 pwc@aph.gov.au