Narre Warren’s Max Pawsey Reserve is set to benefit from a new irrigated water system as part of the first stage of a major water-saving project in the region.
Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan made the announcement on Friday 26 June, which will see 50 million litres of treated stormwater each year to irrigate the reserve.
It’s part of a $1.7 million towards the first stage alternative water network works for the Fountain Gate – Narre Warren Metropolitan Activity Centre.
Once finalised the network will deliver up to 225 million litres of stormwater to Narre Warren securing further amenity and drinking water saving benefits.
The project will be delivered in partnership with the City of Casey, South East Water, Melbourne Water and Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation.
The funding is part of a $48.4 million investment in shovel-ready water projects under the Government’s new $2.7 billion Building Works program – to get thousands of people back to work across the state as Victoria continues to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
The funding will modernise irrigation, secure water supplies through recycling and stormwater use, assist with bushfire recovery and benefit the environment.
This includes $10.7 million to be invested in integrated water management projects helping communities secure water supplies in the face of changing climate and population growth by better using storm and recycled water.
Mr Donnellan said businesses would also benefit from the creation of jobs and opportunities.
“Improving our local facilities is vital for our growing community, ensuring we have the right facilities for our community to enjoy,” he said.
