Opposition calls for inquiry into South Australian algal bloom disaster
South Australia's fishing industry is facing severe challenges as an algal bloom has led to widespread marine life deaths and forced multiple businesses to close temporarily. Fishers from regions including the York and Eyre Peninsulas report significant financial losses, with some operations having no income for weeks. The opposition has called for an independent royal commission into the crisis, a move opposed by the state government, which prefers to focus resources on scientific investigation and direct relief. The government has announced a $500,000 relief package, with promises of further support, but industry representatives say more urgent assistance and clearer public messaging about seafood safety are needed to prevent further economic damage.
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- An ongoing algal bloom has caused mass marine life deaths along South Australia's coast.
- Fishing businesses, including those on the York and Eyre Peninsulas, have been forced to close temporarily. 17s
- The opposition is calling for a royal commission, but the government prefers scientific investigation and direct relief. 35s
- A $500,000 relief package has been announced, with more support promised. 1m 3s
- Fishers are also seeking better public messaging about the safety of South Australian seafood. 1m 29s