asked the Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, in writing, on 28 August 2014:

Were monetary amounts paid by the Commonwealth to the Victorian Government in 2013-14 in respect of (a) East West Link Stage 1, and (b) East West Link Stage 2; if so, (i) what sum, (ii) on what dates, (iii) what was the title of agreement under which each payment was made, and (iv) what were the terms under which the payments were made.

The answer to the honourable member's question is as follows:

(a) Yes

(b) Yes

  (i) $500 million was paid to the Eastern section and $1 billion to the Western section.

  (ii) Both payments were made on 30 June 2014.

  (iii) National Partnership Agreement on Implementation of Major Infrastructure Projects in Victoria 2009-2014.

  (iv) The terms contained in the Memorandum of Understanding in relation to the East West Link project between the Commonwealth of Australia and the Victorian Government, signed on 28 June 2014.