Thompson Creek valley recycled water Expressions of Interest

⁠⁠⁠Recycled water in the Thompson Creek valley and Surf Coast hinterland - Call for Expressions of Interest

Barwon Water is encouraging businesses, farmers and industry to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) to use recycled water for non-drinking purposes. We are keen to hear from those operating in - or considering investing in - the area from Connewarre extending west into the Thompson Valley and Surf Coast hinterland.

The Expressions of Interest will be used to understand possible uses, estimated volumes and required quality, and explore opportunities to increase the availability of recycled water for productive use.

About the recycled water

• Recycled water would be made available from the Black Rock water reclamation plant at Connewarre.
• Recycled water is approved by EPA Victoria for a range irrigation uses and may be particularly useful in supporting agri-business and agriculturally based tourism in the Thompson Creek valley.
• Recycled water from the Black Rock water reclamation plant is already used for irrigation at nearby agricultural businesses and golf courses, while recycled water is used by industrial customers from other Barwon Water water reclamation plants throughout our service region.
• Approximately 20GL of recycled water is potentially available for use annually from Black Rock water reclamation plant, and the Thompson Valley will be key to unlocking this potential.

Expression of Interest for recycled water

Understanding the potential demand for recycled water use was part of Barwon Water’s Strategy 2030 aim to produce zero waste by optimising the non-drinking use of recycled water from its water reclamation plants.

Using fit-for-purpose recycled water for agriculture means we are taking less water from our catchments, which helps to protect our waterways – especially given lower average rainfall in recent years.

The treated quality of the recycled water can be matched to the demand identified through the survey process.

** closing date not specified please confirm with the issuer **