asked the Minister for Fisheries whether he will state if anything has been done with regard to the purchase of the Jackson Estate, Carrowmore, Ballina, for the relief of congestion in that district; and if he is aware that the owner (Doctor Jackson) is anxious to sell.

The Land Commission is in negotiation for the purchase of the Jackson Estate, Carrowmore, Ballina.

When does the Parliamentary Secretary expect it to be done?

When the owner signifies his willingness to accept the offer already made to him by the Land Commission.