Tasmanian Irrigation Tranche III: Phase One
Location:
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Location
TAS
Estimated cost
To be confirmed
The project involves the construction and augmentation of multiple irrigation schemes in Tasmania.
Irrigation schemes covered by the project include:
- Don Irrigation Scheme
- Sassafras Wesley Vale Irrigation Scheme
- Fingal Irrigation Scheme
- Northern Midlands Irrigation Scheme
- Tamar Irrigation Scheme
The project will support inter-connectivity, enhancement and modernisation of irrigation schemes, with the potential to enhance economic development by the movement of water to its highest economic use.
Who's involved
The Australian Government is providing $100 million towards this commitment. The project will be jointly funded by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments.
Australian Government Funding source
Australian Government funding will be provided through the National Water Infrastructure Development Fund.
Project status
Construction is expected to commence on the first Tranche III scheme in mid 2021.