❓ I refer to responsibility for long-term drainage planning in the Swan Valley, and I ask: (a) which level of government is responsible for developing a regional drainage solution; (b) what role does th
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14 April 2026
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Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience; South West
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I refer to responsibility for long-term drainage planning in the Swan Valley, and I ask: (a) which level of government is responsible for developing a regional drainage solution; (b) what role does the City of Swan have in this process; and (c) what role does the State Government have in this process?
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Answered
14 May 2026
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Leader of the House representing the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience; South West
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6 days
(a) State Planning Policy 2.9: Water (WAPC 2025) recognises that where there is a demonstrated planning need, State Government would consider infrastructure service requirements, including water, at a regional or district level.
(b) Responsibility for implementation of drainage for local development is the jurisdiction of the City of Swan through proponent driven water management reports. Local Government would likely need to provide input and advice into any broader regional planning, if required.
(c) Refer to (a).
(b) Responsibility for implementation of drainage for local development is the jurisdiction of the City of Swan through proponent driven water management reports. Local Government would likely need to provide input and advice into any broader regional planning, if required.
(c) Refer to (a).
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