❓ Mr. Redman questions the government's commitment to environmental initiatives, specifically regarding a $1500 grant for a 'litter hero'. Mr. Whitby defends the government's broader efforts and the independent process of Keep Australia Beautiful Council (KABC).
AnsweredQoN 696Legislative Assembly
QuestionView source ↗
KEEP AUSTRALIA BEAUTIFUL
COUNCIL — COMMUNITY GRANTS
696. Mr D.T. REDMAN to the parliamentary secretary
representing the Minister for Environment:
I
have a supplementary question. Does the parliamentary secretary agree that it
is a sad indictment of his government that it cannot support the funding
of $1 500 to a litter hero who is showcased on the Keep Australia Beautiful WA
website?
Several members interjected.
The SPEAKER : Members!
COUNCIL — COMMUNITY GRANTS
696. Mr D.T. REDMAN to the parliamentary secretary
representing the Minister for Environment:
I
have a supplementary question. Does the parliamentary secretary agree that it
is a sad indictment of his government that it cannot support the funding
of $1 500 to a litter hero who is showcased on the Keep Australia Beautiful WA
website?
Several members interjected.
The SPEAKER : Members!
AnswerView source ↗
I would agree that this government
is about ensuring the proper dispensation of funds from the taxpayer.
Mr D.T. Redman interjected.
The SPEAKER : Member for
Warren–Blackwood!
Mr R.R. WHITBY : Member, I appreciate
the efforts of Mr Filby, but as is the case with everyone involved in this
process, they are required to abide by the regulations set by the KABC. It is
not something that the minister is involved in; it is an independent statutory
body. It has determined that this is a requirement. No government has ever done
more than this government in addressing roadside litter with the introduction —
Mr D.T. Redman interjected.
The SPEAKER : Member for
Warren–Blackwood, you have had your supplementary question.
Mr R.R. WHITBY : It is a fantastic
effort, and I advise him to apply for the grant money under the requirements
set by the KABC. The government's introduction of the container deposit
scheme will do more than has ever been done before to reduce litter on roads
across Western Australia.
Several members interjected.
Mr D.J. Kelly interjected.
The SPEAKER : Minister for
Water, I call you to order for the first time. Member for Hillarys.
Mr P.A. KATSAMBANIS : Thank
you, Mr Speaker. My question is to the Premier. Premier, I refer to the
shocking 38 —
Ms J.J. SHAW : Mr Speaker!
The SPEAKER : I did not see
you. Sorry, shadow minister; it was the government's turn. I was too
busy calling people on this side to order.
is about ensuring the proper dispensation of funds from the taxpayer.
Mr D.T. Redman interjected.
The SPEAKER : Member for
Warren–Blackwood!
Mr R.R. WHITBY : Member, I appreciate
the efforts of Mr Filby, but as is the case with everyone involved in this
process, they are required to abide by the regulations set by the KABC. It is
not something that the minister is involved in; it is an independent statutory
body. It has determined that this is a requirement. No government has ever done
more than this government in addressing roadside litter with the introduction —
Mr D.T. Redman interjected.
The SPEAKER : Member for
Warren–Blackwood, you have had your supplementary question.
Mr R.R. WHITBY : It is a fantastic
effort, and I advise him to apply for the grant money under the requirements
set by the KABC. The government's introduction of the container deposit
scheme will do more than has ever been done before to reduce litter on roads
across Western Australia.
Several members interjected.
Mr D.J. Kelly interjected.
The SPEAKER : Minister for
Water, I call you to order for the first time. Member for Hillarys.
Mr P.A. KATSAMBANIS : Thank
you, Mr Speaker. My question is to the Premier. Premier, I refer to the
shocking 38 —
Ms J.J. SHAW : Mr Speaker!
The SPEAKER : I did not see
you. Sorry, shadow minister; it was the government's turn. I was too
busy calling people on this side to order.
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