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The Hon. AILEEN MacDONALD (14:18): My question without notice is directed to the Minister for Transport. Noting that there are concerns about antisocial behaviour by some users of jet skis in Port Stephens, why has the Minister implemented a ban from Christmas Eve to Australia Day on all powered vessels, including family and recreational vessels, without any consultation with the Port Stephens Council and local stakeholders?
The Hon. JOHN GRAHAM (Special Minister of State, Minister for Transport, Minister for the Arts, and Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy) (14:19): I thank the member for her question. The question is best directed to my colleague in the other place, given that she is the lead on this issue. I am happy to take the question on notice and get an answer for the member.

