Mr. Snook questions the government's delay in providing drought relief to farmers and businesses. Mr. Whitely responds, stating the government is considering its response earlier than usual due to the severity of the dry season.

AnsweredQoN 492Legislative Assembly
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17 August 2006
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Agriculture and Food

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DROUGHT ASSISTANCE
I have a supplementary question. Given that it is now 17 August, why is this government dragging its feet unnecessarily by failing to act and expedite relief packages for farmers and businesses? Mr M.P. WHITELY

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Of course the government cares deeply about this issue. We understand the severity of this year’s dry season, and that is why the government is considering its response much earlier than it has on any previous occasion.
Mr M.P. WHITELY replied: Of course the government cares deeply about this issue. We understand the severity of this year’s dry season, and that is why the government is considering its response much earlier than it has on any previous occasion.
Of course the government cares deeply about this issue. We understand the severity of this year’s dry season, and that is why the government is considering its response much earlier than it has on any previous occasion.

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