Question seeks clarification on the division of responsibilities between local and state governments regarding drainage management in the Swan Valley, Western Australia. It aims to understand the practical application of this division.

⏳ Awaiting AnswerQoN 1514Legislative Council
Asked
14 April 2026
Portfolio: Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience; South West

Question

I refer to the role of local governments in managing drainage in the Swan Valley, and I ask:(a) what responsibilities sit with local government;(b) what responsibilities sit with the state government; and(c) how has the breakdown of these responsibilities worked in practice in the Swan Valley? I refer to the role of local governments in managing drainage in the Swan Valley, and I ask: (a) what responsibilities sit with local government; (b) what responsibilities sit with the state government; and (c) how has the breakdown of these responsibilities worked in practice in the Swan Valley?

Answer

This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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