Sunshine train station
Trung LUU (Western Metropolitan) (17:36): (454) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Planning, and the action I seek is for the minister’s assurance that the government stands unwavering in its promise to deliver the entire $143 million for the commencement of the first phase of the Sunshine station master plan. The Sunshine station development is a matter of great concern to me and many of my constituents in Brimbank city. The announcement of the master plan was accompanied by a financial commitment of $143 million for the initial phase of this plan, but in the 2023–24 budget the details of the financial commitment are unclear. The figure is simply listed as ‘to be confirmed’. The reason for this ambiguity is said to be ongoing procurement processes, the outcomes of which are pending. Can the minister assure us that the government will deliver the entire $143 million that they promised? We also want to know whether the project time line and execution are shielded from any impact arising from the review of the infrastructure pipeline by the Commonwealth government.
As a representative of the opposition it is my duty to hold the government accountable for their commitments. When public funds are involved we have the responsibility to ensure that the interests of citizens are safeguarded and that transparency is maintained. I look forward to the minister’s response and the promise he has provided, which I hope will provide my community with the answer that they are seeking.