Swimming Pool Rentals

The Hon. J.S. LEE (15:40): I seek leave to make a brief explanation before asking a question of the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, representing the Minister for Consumer and Business Affairs, regarding the emerging trend of swimming pool rentals.

Leave granted.

The Hon. J.S. LEE: Recent developments show a growing market for short-term private swimming pool hire through online platforms. While this offers economic opportunities for home owners, it raises significant safety concerns for the community.

Members interjecting:

The PRESIDENT: Order!

The Hon. J.S. LEE: Currently, South Australia's laws do not specifically regulate private pool rentals, leaving gaps in compliance, liability and public health standards. Without clear guidelines, there is a risk of drowning incidents, inadequate fencing and poor water quality that could cause harm. My questions to the minister are:

1. Can the minister advise whether the government has assessed the potential safety risk associated with private pool rentals in South Australia?

2. Will the government commit to introducing a regulatory framework that includes mandatory safety standards, insurance requirements and water quality checks for pools offered for hire to ensure that the community is better protected from preventable harm?

The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Minister for Forest Industries) (15:42): I thank the honourable member for her question. I am happy to refer that to the minister in the other place and bring back a response.