> Consultation with project stakeholders

We are continuing our consultation with the stakeholders involved with this project. These stakeholders include the Department of Planning and Community Development, the Department of Sustainability and Environment, the City of Greater Bendigo, VicRoads, VicTrack, Parks Victoria and the North Central Catchment Management Authority.

We are also seeking community input through the implementation of a Water Services Committee.

For more information about this Water Services Committee > click here

> Pipeline alignment

A key project element is the process of finalising a pipeline route. In the early stages of the project several pipeline options were explored and an assessment of the required approvals was carried out.

Our finalised alignment considers many elements, including:

• Water Services Committee input
• Native flora and fauna - quantity and quality
• Planning requirements
• Waterway crossings
• Cultural and European heritage
• Land tenure
• Crown land requirements
• Native title

To reduce the impact on landowners we have sought to locate the majority of new infrastructure within road reserves and public land.

To meet the needs of a thorough project investigation methodology and statutory requirements, we carried out detailed investigations of the alignment options to assess the quantity and quality of native flora and fauna. We have also engaged the services of archaeologists to assess indigenous and European cultural heritage in the area. Specialist planning consultants have also reviewed the planning requirements of the project.

For more information about the investigations on Cultural Heritage (PDF262KB) > click here

For more information about the investigations of Flora and Fauna (PDF260KB) > click here

Prior to construction commencing we notified all landowners adjacent to the finalised alignment regarding the pending works and key contacts should the landowners have any queries about the project.

Pictured above: Alignment investigation underway

To view the preferred alignment (PDF 921KB) > click here