The parliamentary question seeks data on the nominal and real dollar impact of tariffs, fees, and charges on a representative household in Western Australia from 1992-1993 to 2010-2011. The answer avoids providing the requested data and instead blames the previous Labor government and defends current government policies.

AnsweredQoN 3108Legislative Assembly
Asked
15 June 2010
Portfolio
Treasurer

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(1) What is the nominal dollar impact on the representative household as a result of tariffs, fees and charges for all years between, and including, 1992–1993 to 2010–2011?
(2) In relation to each year referred to at (1) above, what is the real dollar impact on the representative household in 2010–2011 terms?

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Answered
10 August 2010
Response time
56 days
As the Member would be aware, as a result of the inaction of the previous Labor Government and the botched break-up of Western Power, the Government was forced to make the tough decision to significantly increase electricity prices over the last two years. In addition, in recognition of the increasing cost of sourcing and supplying water, the Government has also supported the ERA's recommendation to increase water consumption charges while reducing the fixed water supply charge. The Government recognises that that these tough decisions have increased the cost of household bills and caused hardship for some. To help those in need the Government has introduced the Seniors Cost of Living Rebate and also significantly increased funding for rebates and hardship assistance measures. . Notice: This document is created or edited using unregistered or evaluation copy of rtLib valid for testing or development purposes only. To use it for productive or any other purposes please register it. You may purchase the license on http://www.rtlib.com

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