The Age ·general ·1 hour ago

Asbestos, construction costs blamed for $25 million Fremantle Hospital blowout

Health Infrastructure Minister John Carey has defended a $25 million cost blowout for a mental health expansion at Fremantle Hospital, blaming increasing construction costs and the discovery of asbestos at the site for the increased expense. When construction on the expansion kicked off in January 2024, the government said the redevelopment was set to cost $63 million.

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