Upgrades to Mitchell Shire Council’s Emergency Water Supply Point network have now been completed.
Comprising of bores and standpipes, the network is an essential water resource for emergency services, livestock, and residents during emergencies and dry periods.
The recent upgrades have improved the functionality and reliability of the existing public network, and include the addition of a new bore and standpipe in McKercher’s Lane, Kilmore.
The project received a grant of $160,000, funded by the State Government’s Building Works Stimulus Package, and the Australian Government’s National Water Grid Fund, managed by the Department of Energy, Environment, and Climate Action.
Mitchell Shire Councillor Bob Humm thanked both the state and federal governments for their help in delivering the crucial project.
“Our residents, local farmers, and emergency services now have more reliable access to water for drought relief and firefighting purposes,” he said.
“With the completion of these upgrades, Mitchell Shire now has 13 Emergency Water Supply Points throughout the region.
“These resources are critical for residents during dry periods and are heavily relied upon by the CFA when responding to fires.”
