The WA Government is progressing the next project phases of its new $158.5 million youth detention facility.
ADCO Constructions Pty Ltd has been engaged to undertake the early contractor involvement services and enabling works Stage 2 on the new facility’s site adjoining the Banksia Hill Detention Centre in Canning Vale. ADCO will also work with the Government to finalise design of the centre.
The project milestone follows completion of the Early Works Stage 1, which included creation of lay-down areas, site clearing and construction of a new car park.
The new detention facility will provide therapeutic support in a secure environment for the State’s most high-risk young people. It is designed to replace the Unit 18 youth detention facility at Casuarina Prison that is being used for young people who cannot be safely housed at Banksia Hill.
“Securing a key contractor for this important project puts us another step closer to giving high-risk young people the structure, support and opportunities they need to turn their lives around,” said Corrective Services Minister, Paul Papalia.
“The Cook Labor Government has invested heavily in infrastructure and programs to reduce youth crime and make our communities safer.”
“We’re ensuring young people have access to the support and stability they need, while also creating jobs and supporting WA’s construction sector,” said Housing and Works Minister, John Carey.
