The question seeks to clarify whether a commercial lease at Jorgensen Park impacts drinking water quality and requires regulatory approval, given its potential location within a drinking water source area.

⏳ Awaiting AnswerQoN 2303Legislative Assembly
Asked
6 May 2026
Portfolio: Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience; South West

Question

I refer to the recently announced Commercial Lease of Jorgensen Park in the City of Kalamunda:(a) Will the Minister confirm whether Jorgensen Park (Reserve 50554) is located within a Priority 1 drinking water source area or proclaimed water catchment;(b) If yes to (1), will the Minister advise whether the proposed commercial event requires approval from the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation under the Metropolitan Water Supply, Sewerage and Drainage Act 1909;(c) Will the Minister confirm whether an assessment needs to be undertaken to determine the risk of contamination or impact to drinking water quality from the proposed event activities; and(d) Will the Minister advise whether the Department has provided any formal advice or approval in relation to this proposal? I refer to the recently announced Commercial Lease of Jorgensen Park in the City of Kalamunda: (a) Will the Minister confirm whether Jorgensen Park (Reserve 50554) is located within a Priority 1 drinking water source area or proclaimed water catchment; (b) If yes to (1), will the Minister advise whether the proposed commercial event requires approval from the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation under the Metropolitan Water Supply, Sewerage and Drainage Act 1909; (c) Will the Minister confirm whether an assessment needs to be undertaken to determine the risk of contamination or impact to drinking water quality from the proposed event activities; and (d) Will the Minister advise whether the Department has provided any formal advice or approval in relation to this proposal?

Answer

This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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