The project is funded by the Australian Government ($18 million) and the Queensland Government ($18 million). Australian Government funding is provided through the National Water Grid Fund.
This project will improve water quality and supply in the Central Queensland town of Woorabinda (pictured). Image credit: Queensland Government Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers.
Project overview
This project will provide water infrastructure for safe and reliable water in Woorabinda, Queensland. The project will ensure water meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines.
The Woorabinda Aboriginal community currently experiences:
- water shortages
- water quality issues
- a high risk of water supply failure.
The project will upgrade the existing:
- water treatment plant to provide water quality improvements in the short term
- raw water infrastructure to improve drinking water supply reliability.
The project also includes installing a new water treatment plant. This is a long-term water security solution using parts of the upgraded existing plant.
Economic and cultural benefits
Improved water access will:
- address public health concerns
- improve community trust in the water supply
- support future population growth and economic development
- minimise maintenance costs
- support local cultural events and community groups.
This project is part of the Australian Government’s commitment to Close the Gap on water security in First Nations communities.
Read more
- Media release: $60.8 million towards securing water needs in remote First Nations communities
- Find out about First Nations water infrastructure projects