The Victorian Government and South East Water are looking to unlock economic opportunities in Melbourne’s south-east through the Dingley Recycled Water Scheme.
Stage one of the scheme will see the construction of a 25km pipeline, a 12km transfer main from Melbourne Water’s Eastern Treatment Plant to Bangholme, and a 13km connecting network to Bayside suburbs.
This will provide 1.8 billion litres of Class A recycled water per year to more than 40 parks, golf courses, nurseries and more, taking the pressure off drinking water resources and reducing the need to draw water from dams and rivers.
This scheme is expected to generate more than $90 million for the local economy while creating 240 jobs, with golf courses, agriculture and nursery businesses to benefit.
“Increasing the use of fit-for-purposes recycled water to help conserve and take pressure off our drinking water supplies is an important sustainability initiative for our growing population for the next 50 years,” Victorian Member for Mordialloc Tim Richardson said.
“This project ensures Melburnians and visitors can continue to enjoy their favourite green spaces all year round, even in drier conditions.”
Abergeldie, BMD and KBR – through the ABK joint venture – are carrying out the works through South East Water’s Integrated Planning and Delivery Model.
“Delivering this scheme is about more than building a pipeline,” ABK program director Daniel Turcinovich said. “It reflects the highest standards of innovation and collaboration to build a more sustainable water future for Melbourne’s south-east.”
The scheme, which forms part of the Central and Gippsland Region Sustainable Water Strategy, is backed by a $24 million investment from the Victorian Government.
It’s expected to start delivering recycled water in 2027.
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