WATER RATES

The Hon. J.A. DARLEY (16:05): My question is to the Minister for State/Local Government Relations, representing the Minister for Water. In view of the substantial increases in the price of water set to take place on 1 July, does SA Water intend to inform customers of the increases either by way of a public education program or notices on accounts so that people will not be caught unaware by large bills? If so, could the minister provide details of what the education campaign will involve?

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for State/Local Government Relations, Minister for the Status of Women, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Government Enterprises, Minister for the City of Adelaide) (16:05): I thank the honourable member for his important questions. I will refer them to the Minister for Water in another place and bring back a response.