38095 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

38095 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: What is the anticipated date of completion of the ‘design’ project phase of the ‘Radiation Oncology Project, Whangārei Hospital’, as part of Te Whatu Ora’s Infrastructure and Investment projects, as of 17 June 2024?

Hon Dr Shane Reti: I am advised that the design phase of the was completed in August 2023. Please note, forecasted completion dates may be subject to change based on various factors, including system/cost pressures, necessary approvals, etc. There are key stage gates where accuracy of an estimate is enhanced, these are generally at business case decision, at the end of each design phase and main contract award.