Western Irrigation Network

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Western Water staff and farmer with pivot irrigator in the Parwan area of the Western Irrigation Network in Victoria
Pivot irrigator at Parwan area of the Western Irrigation Network in Victoria
Location
VIC
Estimated cost
$116.3 million

The project will construct a pipeline network using high-quality recycled water from the Sunbury, Melton and Bacchus Marsh treatment plants to create a new Parwan/Balliang Irrigation Scheme.

The project will provide a new and secure recycled water supply to support viable agricultural expansion in the Parwan/Balliang region.

Who's involved

The $116.3 million project is jointly funded by the Australian Government ($48.1 million), Victorian Government ($65.6 million) and other partners ($2.6 million).

Australian Government Funding source

Australian Government funding is provided through the National Water Grid Fund.

Project status

Construction is expected to be completed mid 2025.