River communities dealing with a once-in-a-generation flood event continue to be confused by what support can be accessed and how long restrictions on recreational activities will remain.

The Opposition is calling on the Malinauskas Labor Government to provide Riverland and Murraylands communities with certainty and declare a specific trigger point at which recreational restrictions on the River Murray will be lifted.

Confusing Malinauskas Labor Government messaging regarding a ban on water activities has caused Riverland businesses to lose income in another blow to the local tourism industry.

The Opposition is calling on the State Government to provide further support to River Murray communities, including requesting the services of the Australian Defence Force, to better help with preparation, mitigation and communication as water levels continue to rise.

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:46): My question is to the Minister for Energy and Mining. Has the minister met with SA Power Networks and the technical regulator to clarify how power disconnections are likely to impact homes and irrigators in the Riverland?

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:22): My question is to the Premier. Is the government now prioritising recovery efforts in the Riverland over preventative action and, if so, why? With your leave, sir, and that of the house, I will explain.

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:39): My question is to the Minister for Human Services. What emergency measures does the government have in place to support residents living within the river corridor who may have to evacuate their homes due to the rising river conditions and the significant power disconnections?

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:47): My question is again to the Minister for Human Services. Minister, what emergency housing will be made available for the 4,000 to 6,000 homes that will be vacated due to high flows and power disconnections?

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:34): My question is to the Premier. Can the Premier outline any action that has been taken in relation to his public commitment to the Riverland last week? With your leave, sir, and that of the house, I will explain.

Mr WHETSTONE (Chaffey) (14:59): My question is to the Minister for Health and Wellbeing. Minister, what evacuation plan does the government have in place for the nearly 100 residents and patients that may have to be evacuated from the Renmark hospital and the aged-care facility?