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Water Infrastructure for Sustainable and Efficient Regions Spending in South Australia
Tanya Plibersek, MP, Australian Minister for the Environment and Water, and Susan Close, MP, South Australian Minister for Climate, Environment and Water, have announced $13.3 million in Australian spending on South Australia’s water infrastructure. This funding is part of the $211 million Water Infrastructure for Sustainable and Efficient Regions initiative, which focuses on modernising water systems and building resilience in regional areas.
Key Infrastructure Projects
Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme:
An $8.8 million extension of the recycled water pipeline to Mallala will supply up to 1.3 gigalitres annually, supporting high-tech greenhouse vegetable production and strengthening South Australia’s role in sustainable agriculture.
Wellington East Water Supply Project:
A $2.4 million initiative will connect Wellington East to a drinking water scheme, providing safe, reliable water to the local community for the first time and improving public health outcomes.
Loxton Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade:
A $1.3 million project will enhance wastewater recycling by up to 200 megalitres annually, reducing localised flooding risks and increasing water availability for agricultural and community use.
Waikerie Wastewater Treatment Plant Revamp:
With $881,040 allocated, this project will generate 200 megalitres of recycled water annually, benefiting irrigation for public spaces and reinforcing Waikerie’s water management capacity.
The funding includes $6.6 million from the Australian Government and $6.7 million contributed by project partners, highlighting a cooperative approach to advancing regional water infrastructure.
The projects reduce reliance on vulnerable water sources like the River Murray by expanding recycled water use and integrating sustainable practices such as renewable energy and infrastructure refurbishment.
Minister Plibersek said, “This funding safeguards our water resources, ensuring access to drinking water and expanding the use of recycled water to support communities and industries.”
Minister Close added, “These projects address the impacts of climate change and help regional areas adapt by utilising alternative water sources and improving local water resilience.”
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