Water planning in Western Australia
Western Australia
Total funding: $31.83 million, with $14.94 million (plus GST) from the Australian Government Water Fund and $16.89 million from the Western Australian Government.
About the project
The project will allow Western Australia to accelerate statutory water planning for four of the highest priority water systems of the State, the Pilbara, the Gnangara Mound, the south west of the State and the Collie Catchment.
Water planning for the Pilbara, a region which is experiencing a natural resources boom, will determine the level of sustainable and reliable water resources available for extraction, and appropriate management strategies for the water resources.
Water planning for the Gnangara mound, a system which supplies approximately 70 per cent of Perths water supply and supports a lucrative agricultural industry, will determine the sustainable extraction limit, current extraction and return the system to sustainable levels of use.
For the south west, the project will involve building upon extensive work already undertaken by the WA government, to investigate water allocation options for the south west region, which is under increasing pressure from communities, industry and horticulture.
Water planning for the Collie Catchment, which is also under increasing pressure from communities, industry and horticulture, and is a major mining and electricity generating region, will plan for future sustainable water allocation including the management of salt encroachment in the region.
Project outcomes and benefits
The project will develop water management plans that establish sustainable surface and groundwater extraction limits and ensure that the environment is provided for as required by the National Water Initiative.
Water for the Future
Water for the Future is a long term plan to secure the water supply of all Australians. The Australian Government is investing $12.9 billion over ten years through Water for the Future to address four key priorities: taking action on climate change; using water wisely; securing water supplies; and supporting healthy rivers.
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