Reservoir Fishing Permits

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:50): My question is to the minister for SA Water. Is SA Water still charging $37 for permits for reservoir fishing and, if so, why? With your leave, sir, and that of the house, I will explain.

Leave granted.

Mr WHETSTONE: Recreational fishers have been calling on the government to waive permit fees for reservoir fishing, given the current algal bloom crisis.

The Hon. N.D. CHAMPION (Taylor—Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Minister for Housing Infrastructure, Minister for Planning) (14:51): We just recently made some announcements about the restocking of reservoirs. We certainly want to encourage fishing in reservoirs, obviously because of the algal bloom. I will inquire about the fee and get back to the house for you.