House of Reps recommends independent report on water options ...

On the topic of the recent House of Representatives Inquiry report on Sustainable Cities (12 September 2005), Recommendation No. 13 of this report states:

"the Committee recommends that the National Water Commission, in consultation with the States and Territories and the public, prepare an independent and transparent report on water options for each of the capital cities and major regional centres".

This also reflects the views of Federal MP Ian Macfarlane who said "I support the call for a detailed, independent audit of all the alternatives by an organisation or body independent of government, council and farmers".

(see - Macfarlane calls for independent review)

It is becoming very clear that an independent and transparent report should be prepared for Toowoomba and the surrounding region. It's our region and it is in our best interests to have an independent report outlining all the options.

See - House of Reps Inquiry Report