Answers to Questions

WATER BILLING

In reply to the Hon. J.A. DARLEY (10 September 2008).

The Hon. P. HOLLOWAY (Minister for Mineral Resources Development, Minister for Urban Development and Planning, Minister for Small Business): The Minister for Water Security has provided the following information:

1. No money was collected illegally by SA Water.

2. Cheques for all customers entitled to receive an ex gratia payment were issued on 19 September 2008.

3. As there were no overpaid accounts, no interest was improperly accrued by SA Water.

4. See above answer to question 3.