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New water recycling infrastructure to support world class agricultural research industry.

New and upgraded water bores for Northern Territory First Nations communities are one step closer thanks to a joint $34.3 million funding injection.

The Australian and Northern Territory governments have joined forces to fund work to make this a reality.

Greater water security has been confirmed for the regional town of Lightning Ridge, NSW.

Lightning Ridge is home to almost 2000 residents, with 25% of the population identifying as First Nations people.

The town’s water supply is normally sourced from 2 bores.

The Australian Government has announced funding to deliver 3 critical water projects in regional New South Wales.

Jointly funded with the New South Wales Government and totalling $41.1 million, the projects will support liveability and health benefits for communities.

The Australian Government has confirmed $150.6 million as part of the jointly funded Greater South East Irrigation Scheme project.

The Australian Government is funding $18.58 million for extra dialysis units.

The Australian Government has confirmed $190,000 toward the Iga Warta Water Security project in South Australia on Adnyamathanha Country in the northern Flinders Ranges.

More than 80% of water in the remote Gove Peninsula communities of Yirrkala and Gunyangara is lost through leaks in the existing water infrastructure.

The Australian and Northern Territory Governments are teaming up to plan for and deliver safe and reliable water in 2 more remote First Nations communities in the Northern Territory.

The Australian Government has committed $13.2 million towards construction of the Yulara Water Supply Project in the Northern Territory.