The project is funded by the Australian Government ($1.0 million) and Western Australian Government ($1.0 million). Australian Government funding is provided through the National Water Grid Fund.
Water infrastructure in remote Aboriginal communities across Western Australia will be assessed. Image credit: Water Corporation
Project overview
This project will assess water infrastructure in at least 48 Aboriginal communities. This will provide a better understanding of:
- the condition of the infrastructure
- the work needed to meet community needs and drinking water guidelines
- how urgent the work is.
The completed assessments are already being used to plan for future upgrades.
On-Country engagement with communities plays a key role in this project. The Water Corporation is collecting information on community views, priorities and aspirations.
This project supports the Australian Government’s commitment to Close the Gap on water security in First Nations communities.
The project is expected to be completed in mid-2025.