The price of Australia’s water future
- From: Vol 9, Issue 3 (March 2008)
- Category: General
- Region: Asia
- Country:
- Related Companies: The Water Services Association of Australia
Water pricing in Australia is at a cross-roads. Max Borchardt interprets the signs.
If we charged for water at a realistic rate in Australia, then its use would be regulated, the price could be market-driven, and we would not be suffering the shortages we suffer at present. The Water Services Association of Australia agrees with this, but warns: “A significant proportion of urban utility customers receive government rebates on their water bills, and ...
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