Debate resumed, on motion by Mr Briggs:

That the House:

(1)

condemns the Rudd Government for its handling of the water crisis;

(2)

demands the Government release a minimum of 30 gigalitres into the Lower Lakes and Coorong as recommended by the Senate inquiry;

(3)

notes that:

(a)

low water levels in the Goolwa area are seriously affecting small business and tourism operators;

(b)

flooding the area with sea water would destroy the natural environment; and

(c)

the trade for some businesses has dropped by nearly 90 per cent; and

(4)

calls on the Government to:

(a)

provide immediate financial assistance to the affected communities; and

(b)

stop playing the blame game and take decisive action.

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