The long-awaited Marong Tank project is now complete, with Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards inspecting the facility this morning.
Executive General Manager Climate and Population Adaptation Steve Healy said the new three-megalitre concrete tank and booster pump station at Sterry Road, Marong, means consistent water pressure in the town into the future.
“We want to thank the Marong community, which has been patient in waiting for improvements to water pressure and we’re delighted to have delivered the project in time for this summer.
“There has been huge growth in these communities to the west of Bendigo and more expected in the coming years, and its crucial we’re putting in the infrastructure now to support this area into the future.
‘This project not only delivers more reliability in the network but improved pressure for our customers,” Mr Healy said.
Contractor Simpson Construction started work on the new tank in May this year, along with new pipelines to the town, which have also now been completed.
Further work will begin in 2022 to construct additional large-diameter water pipelines between Bendigo and Marong to provide further water security to the area.
“The new tank and booster pump station are designed to improve efficiency and create a more robust network in Marong over the long-term,” Mr Healy said.
The new concrete tank has also been selected because of its high resilience to bushfire.
“To supply water for our communities to live, grow and enjoy, we need a secure supply and good water pressure, and that’s what this tank project allows us to provide,” Mr Healy said.
Quotes attributable to Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards:
“It’s absolutely crucial we are looking at the trends of movement and preparing our communities with the infrastructure they need for the future.”
“This tank and it’s pipework are an integral way we can future proof our region and ensure we’re ready for our growing population.”