The project would aim to increase agricultural production in the region.
Project overview
The Australian Government invested $10 million for the detailed business case which was completed in May 2022. Funding was provided through the National Water Grid Fund.
Australian Government funding ($170 million) for construction of the Hughenden Irrigation Scheme has been deferred. The Australian Government is committed to responsible investment in water infrastructure, based on scientific evidence and business cases that stack up economically and environmentally.
A new irrigation scheme and an off-stream storage dam is proposed for construction about 45 km north west of Hughenden.
The project aims to increase the value of agricultural production in high value areas, potentially allowing for the irrigation of more than 10,000 hectares of farmland.
Learn more
- Learn more about the National Water Grid Fund as our primary program for responsible investment in water infrastructure projects.
- Learn about water in Australia and how we are working within a unique water environment.