First Nations water security
Location
Cherbourg, South East Queensland
Qld
Estimated cost
$25.6 million
Project status
in planning
Funding
The project is funded by the Australian Government ($12,800,000) and the Queensland Government ($12,800,000). Australian Government Funding is provided through the National Water Grid Fund.
Clarifying tank, Cherbourg Water Treatment Plant – Credit: Qld Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water
Project overview
This project will deliver long term water security for Cherbourg. The project will address:
- ongoing water quality and reliability issues, like regular boil water alerts
- water leaks and contamination that are caused by a failing water treatment plant and aged distribution network.
The project will upgrade the:
- water treatment plant
- distribution network
- Bert Button treated water reservoirs.
The project includes:
- upgrading water treatment clarifiers, filtration and disinfection systems
- installing new intake pumps
- improving control systems
- replacing the Bert Button treated water reservoirs
- replacing water mains.
Key project benefits
First Nations access
Local community
Water efficiency
- See the Ministers' project announcement
- Read more about the Government’s commitment to Closing the Gap
- Learn more about arrangements for First Nations projects