Written by Alan Kerlin Monday, 12 November 2007 12:59
If you like your annual fireworks nights, you'll want to get along to this meeting.
From an ACT Government media release:
"The ACT Government has previously announced we will be reviewing the Dangerous Substances Act 2004, which includes the regulation of consumer fireworks," Mr Barr said.
"Public meetings are being held to provide members of the community with the opportunity to comment on the current and future regulation of consumer fireworks.
The meeting will be held at 6.30-8.30pm, Tuesday 13 November 2007 at Lake Ginninderra College, Emu Bank, Belconnen.
Mr Barr said a panel of experts, with a variety of perspectives on the use of fireworks over the Queen's Birthday Long Weekend, will be present at the meetings.
"I encourage all members of the community to attend [the] meeting. The community's response at the public meetings will assist the Government to determine whether there is a need to further regulate or deregulate the use of consumer fireworks."
The meetings reflect the Government's commitment to a comprehensive and transparent consultation process on the future of fireworks in the ACT.
The panellists include Michael Linke, CEO of the RSPCA; Martin Brady, Director of Fireworks Australia; Senior Constable Maxim Mokrij, Australian Federal Police; and a staff member from the Office of Regulatory Services. The panel members will participate in discussions and respond to any questions posed by members of the public.
The meetings are open to all members of the public.
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