Peter Harris confirms that he has received a Summons issued by WaterNSW to appear in the Land and Environment Court of NSW.
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WaterNSW alleges that the defendants took water when the flow conditions did not permit it, and breached licence and approval conditions. The maximum penalty for each of these offences is $247,500.
Mr Harris said no evidence has been served as yet.
“We look forward to an opportunity to vigorously defend these allegations in a legitimately constituted forum where the rule of law applies,” Mr Harris said.
“We have always believed we acted in accordance with the conditions of our Water Access Licences.
“While these allegations relate to events that happened more than 21 months ago, this is the first time WaterNSW has raised this matter with us.
“The prosecution announced today appears to cover issues raised in proceedings commenced late last year by the Inland Rivers Network which is also before the same court.”
