Question regarding the impact of rising groundwater on agriculture in the Swan Valley and available support for affected landowners. The answer indicates no formal assessments have been undertaken.

AnsweredQoN 1517Legislative Council
Asked
14 April 2026
Portfolio
Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience; South West

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I refer to agricultural land in the Swan Valley impacted by rising groundwater, and I ask:(a) what assessment has been made of impacts on farming and viticulture; and(b) what support is available to affected land owners?

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Answered
14 May 2026
Responded by
Leader of the House representing the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience; South West
Response time
6 days
(a-b) The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has not undertaken formal assessments.

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