Preconstruction activities were jointly funded by the Australian through the National Water Grid Fund ($6 million) and Queensland Government ($6 million).
The project would help to increase water security and support agricultural production for the region.
Project overview
The Australian Government is committed to responsible investment in water infrastructure, based on scientific evidence and business cases that stack up economically and environmentally.
The Australian Government has provided $6.0 million towards pre-construction activities of Emu Swamp Dam and Pipeline, to de-risk and inform an investment decision.
The Australian Government is no longer proceeding with construction of the Emu Swamp Dam and Pipeline.
The Emu Swamp Dam and Pipeline is now being considered against alternative options as part of the Southern and Darling Downs Regional Water Assessment.
The Australian Government is committed to working with the Queensland Government to identify water security solutions for regional and remote communities, including in the Stanthorpe region.
The Australian Government’s $162.5 million commitment to this project has been cancelled.
Learn more
- Read about feasibility projects funded by the National Water Grid Fund, including for Emu Swamp Dam.
- Learn more about the National Water Grid Fund as our primary program for responsible investment in water projects.
- Find out how the Australian Government is providing funding to help assess alternative water security options for the Stanthorpe region.