Long term potable water supply secured in the 2024/25 Council Budget
Long term potable water supply for the Ayr, Brandon and Alva communities has been secured in the 2024/25 Budget ensuring a safe and reliable source of drinking water well into the future.
Council is eager to announce that construction of a new Water Filtration Plant is expected to begin in the coming months.
Funding secured from the State Government will allow Council to abandon the Nelsons Lagoon borefield which has been impacted by the detection of PFAS. The funding also provides support for costs associated with rejuvenating the South Ayr borefield to supplement current drinking water supplies and is part of Burdekin Shire Councils ongoing management strategy following detections of PFAS in the groundwater.
Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said with construction scheduled to commence in 2024/25, this initiative is a proactive step towards providing a safe and reliable drinking water system.
“Addressing both current needs and future demands, the new Water Filtration Plant is a direct response to the PFAS contamination issue in some bores, ensuring that the health and well-being of the community remains a top priority,” Cr Dalle Cort said.
“This project will also effectively put an end to historical aesthetic water quality issues generated by high concentrations of Iron and Manganese from production bores at the Ayr Racecourse borefield.
“The project represents a collaborative effort between Council, State Government, and health regulators, working in unison to deliver a solution.
“This partnership emphasises a shared commitment to safeguarding our region's water supply and the importance of clean water access for all residents now and into the future.”
To access the Burdekin Shire Council 2024/25 Budget document, visit bit.ly/BDKBudget