James McGrath (Queensland, Liberal National Party, Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister) Share this | Hansard source

The Australian government is supporting the communities of Williamtown, Oakey and Katherine through a $55 million drinking water program and over $60 million to reduce exposure, manage environmental impacts and provide dedicated support services, voluntary blood testing and health research. The government is taking an evidence based response to this issue. Based on the information available to government at this time, a land purchase program is not being considered. The government will continue to adjust its management practices to respond to new evidence as it arises. The government is actively consulting on banning PFAS.