Ms ANDERSON - 2005-08-23
I understand the government is about to open another seniors housing project in Alice Springs. Can you tell the House what progress there has been?
ANSWER
Madam Speaker, it is an appropriate question from the member for Macdonnell and, if I may, I pay tribute to all our seniors in the House today,. and tThank you for your outstanding contribution to the Northern Territory and to your respective communities.
In 2004, two adjoining public housing residential allotments at Kenna Court in Alice Springs were identified as being suitable for the development of a small seniors unit complex. The project involved the demolition of unserviceable dwellings and construction of six new units into a smaller village complex.
Extensive community consultations were conducted during the development phase. All of these consultations proved to be very positive, particularly in regards to people who lived nearby. They acknowledged the fact that they would welcome into their communitiesy people who would make ongoing community contributions.
Construction commenced in early 2005, and it was completed on 11 August 2005. Design features of the units are aimed at making life safer and more comfortable for our seniors. Features included: spacious bathrooms; living areas; allowing easy access for residents or visitors with walking frames and wheelchairs; doors fitted with handles instead of knobs; and, of course, there are also backyards. The tenants will be able to access a garden grant if they wish to develop a small garden.
The design is similar to the seniors village at Flynn Drive in Alice Springs, and I understand that has been a very big success with existing tenants. It is important to note that the residents will mostly be current pPublic hHousing tenants over 55 years of age who are currently living in three-bedroom homes. This will free up those homes for families in the community. In conclusion, I am pleased to inform members of the House that the first tenants moved into Kenna Court today.
Mr HENDERSON (Leader of Government Business): Madam Speaker, I ask that further questions be placed on the Written Question Paper.
ANSWER
Madam Speaker, it is an appropriate question from the member for Macdonnell and, if I may, I pay tribute to all our seniors in the House today,. and tThank you for your outstanding contribution to the Northern Territory and to your respective communities.
In 2004, two adjoining public housing residential allotments at Kenna Court in Alice Springs were identified as being suitable for the development of a small seniors unit complex. The project involved the demolition of unserviceable dwellings and construction of six new units into a smaller village complex.
Extensive community consultations were conducted during the development phase. All of these consultations proved to be very positive, particularly in regards to people who lived nearby. They acknowledged the fact that they would welcome into their communitiesy people who would make ongoing community contributions.
Construction commenced in early 2005, and it was completed on 11 August 2005. Design features of the units are aimed at making life safer and more comfortable for our seniors. Features included: spacious bathrooms; living areas; allowing easy access for residents or visitors with walking frames and wheelchairs; doors fitted with handles instead of knobs; and, of course, there are also backyards. The tenants will be able to access a garden grant if they wish to develop a small garden.
The design is similar to the seniors village at Flynn Drive in Alice Springs, and I understand that has been a very big success with existing tenants. It is important to note that the residents will mostly be current pPublic hHousing tenants over 55 years of age who are currently living in three-bedroom homes. This will free up those homes for families in the community. In conclusion, I am pleased to inform members of the House that the first tenants moved into Kenna Court today.
Mr HENDERSON (Leader of Government Business): Madam Speaker, I ask that further questions be placed on the Written Question Paper.
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