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The project to restore Paradise Dam near Bundaberg is forging ahead. More information on the project is available in this government media statement. […]
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Rookwood Weir awarded for providing good jobs and sustainability
The $367.2 million Rookwood Weir project has been acknowledged for its ongoing commitment to good, local jobs, as well as its sustainable design practices. The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) has awarded the project an “excellent” rating after evaluating economic, social and environmental performance during its design phase. More information on this achievement is available in […]
Raising of Burdekin Falls Dam to progress through an environmental impact statement
Burdekin Falls Dam could be raised by two metres to meet long-term water demand and improved dam safety requirements, with work progressing on an environmental impact statement (EIS). The next stage of planning follows the Queensland Government’s initial consideration of Sunwater’s detailed business case, which outlined options to increase the dam’s water supply and long-term […]
Rookwood water tenders to support good farming jobs in CQ
Central Queensland farmers will be able to bid for water from the $367.2 million Rookwood Weir, with online tenders officially open from Monday 21 November 2022. The second tender makes available 7500 megalitres of medium priority water in lots from 10 megalitres up to 500 megalitres for agricultural and non-urban use. More information on the […]
Online trading platform to boost productive water use in regional Queensland
Buying and selling water in regional Queensland is now easier and more transparent thanks to a new online portal. Sunwater’s Water Trading Board allows water users and seekers to connect with others looking to trade or purchase water allocations. Minister for Water Glenn Butcher said the free platform will help improve access to underutilised water […]
One million hours of work clocked up on Rookwood Weir project
The $367.2 million Rookwood Weir project is continuing to deliver good jobs and better services in Central Queensland, as project staff clock up one million hours of work. More information on this recent project milestone is available in this government media statement. […]
Three signed contracts means more good jobs on Paradise Dam rebuild
The Paradise Dam rebuild project has reached a key milestone, with three contracts awarded for design, geotechnical and environmental services. Further information regarding the awarded contracts is included in this government media statement. […]
Dam recreation facilities funding to continue great Qld lifestyle
Popular community recreation facilities at several dams and weirs in regional Queensland are in line for a makeover as part of a five-year, $24.5 million upgrade program. More information on the funding that will allow for a range of improvements to significantly enhance more than a dozen recreation areas across the state is available in […]
Early works begin on Paradise Dam with boost from Qld Budget
The Paradise Dam rebuild is forging ahead, with a key contract being awarded for works around the site, to get important roads and access points ready ahead of construction. More information on the contract, awarded to local Bundaberg company, Harrison Infrastructure Group is available in this government media statement. […]
Open day marks Fairbairn Dam’s 50-year milestone
Emerald residents are invited to join in the birthday celebrations for one of their community’s most important assets at Fairbairn Dam on Saturday 21 May 2022. Queensland’s second largest dam, which turns 50 this year, will be hosting an open day to recognise its integral role in the growth and development of the region. Minister […]