The museum in Ultimo is set to get a more 'modest' rebuild than planned under the former state Coalition government — with only half of the $500 million previously allocated to be spent.
abc.net.au/news/nsw-government-modest-powerhouse-rebuild-suits-times/102807646New South Wales Arts Minister John Graham has rejected suggestions they have broken an election promise over plans for the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney.The remainder will go towards building schools and hospitalsThe museum in Ultimo is set to get a more "modest" rebuild than planned under the former state Coalition government — with only half of the $500 million previously allocated to be spent.
Powerhouse Museum chief executive Lisa Havillah welcomed the decision as critical to safeguarding the future of the iconic institution.The facility has been caught up in eight years of controversy with plans for its relocation, demolition and development. "They [Minns government] have unfunded election commitments which they are now seeking to deliver for their union bosses, who in many respects are dominating the budget agenda for this new government," Mr Tudehope said.
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