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Specifically, I proposed that the ACT have equity in a corporatised Snowy scheme at a level which is commensurate with the benefits it now receives from the scheme. I also sought compensation in relation to any penalty the Territory may face as a result of the unequal pace of reform nationally when compared to the implementation of new arrangements for the Snowy. Further to my letter, negotiations are continuing, and I will keep the Assembly informed of the outcome of these negotiations. Work in important areas on the relative roles and responsibilities of levels of government is continuing. The aim here is to reduce overlap and duplication, and increase responsiveness to clients in fields such as health, community services, housing and child-care.
Madam Speaker, I welcome the attention paid within the Assembly to the major intergovernmental issues being tackled by COAG. If Australia is to enter the second century of Federation with confidence, it must face up to these issues and more in the coming years. I look to COAG to perform its role as a forum in which those kinds of issues can be debated at the highest levels and progress made in the interests of all Australians.
Question resolved in the affirmative.
COUNCIL OF AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENTS - DARWIN MEETING
Ministerial Statement and Paper
Debate resumed from 24 August 1994, on motion by Ms Follett:
That the Assembly takes note of the papers.
Question resolved in the affirmative.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion (by Mr Berry) agreed to:
That the Assembly do now adjourn.
Assembly adjourned at 6.50 pm until Tuesday, 8 November 1994, at 2.30 pm
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