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Reverend the Hon. FRED NILE: I address a question without notice to the Minister for Finance, representing the Minister for Planning. Will he outline the Government's position on the proposed marina at Careel Bay, Pittwater, given the extensive community concern and outcry against the proposed development? Is he aware that there will be significant heritage, amenity, environmental and waterway issues, including the destruction of seagrass beds in the area, if this proposal is adopted? Is he aware that there is a perceived greater risk to the biodiversity and biosecurity of the location of the proposed marina?
The Hon. MICHAEL COSTA: As Reverend the Hon. Fred Nile knows, I strongly respect heritage and the natural environment. I will take the question on notice and refer it to the relevant Minister.