- Western Downs Regional Council received $4.17 million in Crisafulli Government funding to deliver critical water infrastructure for Dalby.
- The Dalby Water Supply Evaporation Ponds project will help increase the supply of drinking water for the local community.
- Construction has commenced, with the Crisafulli Government getting on with the job of delivering water security for Dalby after a decade of decline under Labor.
The Crisafulli Government is investing $4.17 million to deliver the Dalby Water Supply Evaporation Ponds project in the Western Downs region, a critical water infrastructure upgrade to ensure improved water security for the community.
Under Labor’s decade of decline, regional water security was put at risk, leaving communities to bear the consequences of years of inaction.
Construction is already underway on the new evaporation ponds, backed by funding through the 2024-27 Works for Queensland program.
The Crisafulli Government committed to making the Works for Queensland Program a permanent funding program, ensuring councils are supported with a $100 million in annual ongoing funding.
These evaporation ponds, which are shallow basins that use natural evaporation to dispose of wastewater from the water treatment process, will play a vital role in increasing the supply of clean, drinkable water for the Dalby community.
Minister for Local Government and Water and Member for Warrego Ann Leahy said the project was a clear example of the Crisafulli Government’s commitment to ensuring regional towns have the infrastructure they need to thrive.
“This project is part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening regional Queensland through targeted investments in critical infrastructure,” Minister Leahy said.
“That’s why we made the Works for Queensland program a permanent program, so local councils are backed with the funding they need to deliver critical infrastructure for their communities future.”
Western Downs Regional Council Mayor Andrew Smith said the funding supported Council’s long-term vision for a growing, liveable and resilient region.
“Strong and reliable water infrastructure is fundamental for our communities, and for supporting future growth across the Western Downs,” Mayor Smith said.
“It also reflects Council’s commitment to planning for and investing in long-term water security, flood resilience, and community safety as our region continues to grow.”
