Recreation areas, dams, lakes and weirs closed to public use

Wuruma Dam Recreational Area

In line with recent government announcements, Sunwater recreation areas, dams, lakes and weirs are closed to public use until further notice. This includes: day trips camping land and water-based activities – swimming, boating, skiing and fishing facilities – toilet and shower blocks, picnic areas, play equipment and look-out areas. For further information visit bit.ly/2QW4ybV Media enquiries:Sunwater […]

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Bundaberg Water Supply Scheme kitchen table conversations

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Customers are invited to meet with our team so we can share information and respond to your questions about the scheme, how announced allocations are calculated and the next steps for deciding the future of Paradise Dam. If you are interested in hosting a kitchen table conversation, please speak with your neighbours who are also […]

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Statement regarding the 2011 Queensland Floods Class Action

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Sunwater will today advise the New South Wales Supreme Court it is appealing the 2011 Queensland Floods Class Action judgement. This decision was made after a thorough review of the judgement with its insurers.    Sunwater will not make any further comments while the appeal process is underway. Media enquiries:Sunwater Media TeamPhone: 07 3120 0047Email: media@sunwater.com.au […]

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Paradise Dam Level Update

Paradise Dam

Due to recent rainfall and inflows from the catchment, Paradise Dam today reached 42 per cent capacity. As a result, Sunwater has commenced operational releases to maintain the water storage level ahead of undertaking essential works at the dam. The water released will be stored downstream in Ned Churchward Weir and Ben Anderson Barrage, which […]

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Paradise Dam – safety is the number one priority

Paradise Dam

Paradise Dam is not being “demolished”. In September 2019, the urgent need to improve the stability of the dam was announced. This requires the dam wall to be lowered by 5 metres as a short-term, interim measure to improve the safety of the community living below the dam. A legislative amendment passed this week allows […]

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