Hills Parking

The Hon. R.A. SIMMS (14:45): I seek leave to make a brief explanation before addressing a question without notice to the minister representing the Minister for Transport, the Treasurer, on the topic of the proposed park-and-ride in Bridgewater.

Leave granted.

The Hon. R.A. SIMMS: Reports in today's Advertiser reveal that government land that was flagged for a park-and-ride service in Bridgewater has been sold off to a private investor. The South Australian Transport Action Group and the Stirling Business Association have both claimed that the government is not listening to the community needs when it comes to better transport options for Hills residents.

My question to the Treasurer is: will the government reconsider this land sale and, if not, has the government got another plan for further park-and-ride developments in the Hills, given the region is only serviced by two, in Crafers and Mount Barker, and these are not enough to service community needs?

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (Treasurer) (14:46): I am happy to take the member's question on notice and consult with my colleague and bring back a reply.