❓ A parliamentary question addresses discrepancies in Waroona Dam water level data, the impact of drainage on recreational activities and local businesses, and the Water Corporation's response. The Minister corrects previous inaccurate information and commits to further investigation.
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(1) At the time I asked question without notice 644, was the Waroona Dam reservoir level in fact around seven metres lower than in 2000-01 rather than the three metres as stated? (2) When the decision was made to postpone the remedial works in April 2001, why did the Water Corporation continue to drain the reservoir when this drainage could have been done at a later date? (3) When was the Waroona Dam closed to water skiing this year, and was such action a result of the low water level following the drainage works? (4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS
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I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(2) When the decision was made to postpone the remedial works in April 2001, why did the Water Corporation continue to drain the reservoir when this drainage could have been done at a later date? (3) When was the Waroona Dam closed to water skiing this year, and was such action a result of the low water level following the drainage works? (4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(3) When was the Waroona Dam closed to water skiing this year, and was such action a result of the low water level following the drainage works? (4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(2) When the decision was made to postpone the remedial works in April 2001, why did the Water Corporation continue to drain the reservoir when this drainage could have been done at a later date? (3) When was the Waroona Dam closed to water skiing this year, and was such action a result of the low water level following the drainage works? (4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(3) When was the Waroona Dam closed to water skiing this year, and was such action a result of the low water level following the drainage works? (4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(4) Given that Waroona Dam is an important recreational facility and tourist attraction, how long will the facility be open for water skiing and other water sports this summer? (5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(5) Given that some businesses in the Waroona area are suffering from a severe downturn as a direct result of the lower water levels and the current closure, what action does the Water Corporation intend to take to assist the businesses that are worst affected? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
I do have a strategy to make it rain, and I note the number of members who joined with me in that strategy at the commencement of the House’s sitting. (1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(1) I have been advised this morning by the Water Corporation that the answer to question 644 with which I was provided is incorrect. I now take this opportunity to correct the record. The incorrect answer was given on 9 October 2001. The answer should have been seven metres lower than the same time in 2000-01, instead of the three metres that I was previously advised. I am further advised by the Water Corporation that today’s level is 6.39 metres lower than at the same time in 2000-01. I sought an explanation from the Water Corporation about why the information previously supplied was incorrect, and I received the following advice. The three-metre level previously referred to was the anticipated difference in the water levels at the end of the winter inflows between the current year and last year. (2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(2) The reason for draining the reservoir was to carry out investigations to allow for the completion of the design in 2001-02. The date for the draining was chosen in the expectation that the reservoir would refill over the 2001 winter. (3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(3) Waroona Dam was closed to water skiing on 5 May 2001, as a result of the draining of the reservoir. (4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(4) It is uncertain whether Waroona Dam will be open to water skiing this coming summer. (5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
(5) The Water Corporation has had discussions with two businesses which contacted it with regard to the effect of the Waroona Dam remedial works on their businesses. An agreement has been reached with one of these businesses, and it is hoped that an agreement will be reached with the second business. No other businesses have been in contact with the Water Corporation. Points of Order Hon PETER FOSS: On a point of privilege, the minister has told us that he did not know that the answer was incorrect until today. Will the minister inform the House when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect, because that is matter we need to find out. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I do not know when the Water Corporation discovered that the answer was incorrect. However, Hon George Cash provided me with notice of a question. I looked at the answer with which I was provided by the Water Corporation and sought a copy of the answer to question 644 on 9 October 2001. After looking at the two answers, I noticed a discrepancy and made further inquiries. As a result of that, I have given the answer that should have been given. Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon PETER FOSS: On another point of privilege, I am aware that the minister has acted quite properly in this matter. However, I want to determine whether the Water Corporation has acted properly in this matter. I ask the minister to take measures to find out when the Water Corporation realised that the answer was incorrect. Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS: I will make further inquiries. After looking at the two answers, I was concerned and I sought an explanation. I was also concerned to provide an answer to Hon George Cash. I will make further inquiries with respect to the timing and other matters. Questions without Notice Resumed
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