Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) has commenced technical investigations on its Gladstone-Fitzroy Pipeline project to ensure a reliable supply of water for the region. Up to 30,000ML of water each year will be drawn from the Fitzroy River to provide a dual water source for GAWB’s supply network.

While the Gladstone region has sufficient water for the short-term, low inflows to Awoonga Dam since 2003’s drought-breaking Cyclone Beni and strong industrial growth have signalled a need to pursue a second source of water to secure a reliable, long-term water supply for the region.

By preparing for the Gladstone-Fitzroy Pipeline now - locating a preferred corridor, designing the pipeline and gaining appropriate Government approvals, GAWB will be ready to commence construction of the pipeline as soon as low dam levels or increased demand trigger the need to start construction.

 

About this website

The Gladstone-Fitzroy Pipeline website contains information about the project and will be updated regularly to give you access to the latest information about the progress of the project.
 

News

8.07.08
$10 million from Australian Government for pipeline preparations

27.05.08
New project resources available
- Project Update 2

6.12.07
New project resources available
- Project Update 1
- Project timeline
- Fact sheet

The pipeline will run underground from the Fitzroy River via an easement, through the proposed Stanwell – Gladstone Infrastructure Corridor (SGIC) and Gladstone State Development Area (GSDA), before finally joining GAWB’s raw water reticulation system.

The Gladstone – Fitzroy Pipeline is a key outcome from the 2006 Central Queensland Regional Water Supply Strategy, a strategy developed by the State Government, with co-operation from local councils, regional water supply bodies and other local stakeholders.