Senator McCOLL - The answer is -

The Deputy Postmaster-General, Perth, has furnished the following information : - " The Engineer for the Northern Public Works Department, who recently made an inspection of the Wyndham Post Office quarters, reported that he considered same unsuitable for the climatic conditions, and thought that a reconstruction should be given early consideration. In the meantime, minor repairs and renovations were recommended, and a requisition has been submitted.

The present postmaster is a married man, without family, and the building, with the repairs and renovations proposed to be made, is considered sufficient for present requirements. The question of the erection of a new building will be inquired into when the District Inspector next visits Wyndham, which will probably be in May next."