This project will invest in water infrastructure to improve the quality and reliability of water for the towns of Cowwar, Toongabbie, Glengarry and Rosedale. These towns are serviced by the Tyers system. This is an ageing system featuring 2 water treatment plants that cannot effectively treat high turbidity water.
The towns of Newlyn, Kingston, Springmount, Broomfield, Allendale and Smeaton source their water supply from groundwater. This supply is subject to restrictions during dry periods.
The local groundwater resource is heavily developed and in strong demand from:
This project will supply 37.2 gigalitres (GL) per year of highly reliable water to existing and new irrigators across the south east of Tasmania. This will enable the growth of high value horticulture, viticulture and agriculture. The project includes:
This detailed business case explored options to secure reliable, affordable and new water to support growth and productivity for the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley.
The region is one of Australia’s oldest and most premier wine regions. It is located about an hour’s drive northeast of Adelaide.
The detailed business case was completed in November 2022.
The Greater South East Irrigation Scheme (GSEIS) business case investigated the amalgamation and expansion of three existing Tasmanian irrigation schemes (South East Irrigation Scheme 1 – 3) into one interconnected scheme supplied by Lake Meadowbank.
This feasibility study assessed the feasibility of constructing a recycled water distribution network across the Mornington Peninsula Hinterland area. The network would distribute recycled water to see new and expanded horticultural opportunities in the region.
The feasibility study was completed in June 2022 and included detailed design and cost estimates for three recycled water treatment options. The assessment also undertook a comprehensive analysis of stakeholder and ecological considerations.
The project examined a range of options to increase water supply and security in the region. Investigations included an assessment of the feasibility of the Coalstoun Lakes Irrigation Pipeline.
The study aims were to:
The detailed business case undertook an options analysis and shortlisted potential solutions for improving water security in the Upper Spencer Gulf.
The project investigated potential solutions including the option of constructing a desalination plant and distribution pipeline. It is expected that the plant could provide up to 260 megalitres of water per day.
The business case investigated the merits of upgrading the existing pipeline and pumping infrastructure between Nyngan to Cobar in New South Wales (NSW) to provide long term water supply reliability for the region. The business case assessed a range of infrastructure options and identified the preferred option to be:
The aim of the Barmah–Millewa Feasibility Study was to identify options to:
The Barmah-Millewa Reach is the name given to an area of the Murray River which narrows from wider upstream portions of the river. This narrowing is also known as the Barmah Choke.
The study explored 6 potential options: