39147 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

39147 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: What is the anticipated date of completion of the ‘Wāhi Oranga - Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit Upgrade, Nelson Hospital’ project as a whole, as part of Te Whatu Ora’s Infrastructure and Investment projects, as of 1 July 2024?

Hon Dr Shane Reti: I am advised that the practical completion date for this project is anticipated for October 2024. 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.