Future proofing the water supply of Greater Hobart

An almost $250 million project to improve the security of Greater Hobart’s water supply is nearing completion, thanks to the Rockliff Liberal Government’s historic partnership with TasWater.

An almost $250 million project to improve the security of Greater Hobart’s water supply is nearing completion, thanks to the Tasmanian Government’s historic partnership with TasWater.

TasWater is completing the $243.9m upgrade of the Bryn Estyn Water Treatment Plant at Plenty.

Bryn Estyn is Greater Hobart’s primary source of drinking water.

Work on the site has been underway for about 18 months. The two-year construction is scheduled to be completed in the middle of 2023.

Acting Premier and Treasurer Michael Ferguson said the upgrade had been designed to allow for additional capacity to meet the increased demand of Hobart’s growing population over the coming decades.

“Residents of Greater Hobart will have improved security and reliability of the water supply with the completion of the upgrade, which is TasWater’s largest capital project,” he said.

“This upgrade will secure quality drinking water to the Greater Hobart area for the next 50 years.”

The upgrade has been supported by the Government’s $200 million equity investment. It will be used to accelerate TasWater’s long-term capital program, which will improve water and sewerage infrastructure across Tasmania.

Hobart to improve as a result of infrastructure boost

The Acting Premier said the project has also provided a significant economic boost for the local civil construction sector and its supply chain.

“The Government is getting things done. This upgrade forms part of TasWater’s $1.1 billion capital works program over the next four years,” he said.

“The Government is a key partner in TasWater’s delivery of new and upgraded infrastructure around Tasmania. It is fantastic to see such a major project is successfully delivered and benefiting TasWater’s customers in the Greater Hobart area.”

TasWater CEO, George Theo, said upgrading the water treatment plant means generations of Tasmanians can have confidence in the quality and availability of their drinking water.

“This upgrade will mean there is safe, clean, and great-tasting drinking water available when our customers need it,” he said.

“We are also looking to the future. With further investment, Bryn Estyn can increase its output from 160 megalitres per day to 200 megalitres.”

Hazell Bros Project Manager, Meg Lillico, said it was an exciting time to be working in the construction sector.

“Large scale projects in Tasmania are great for ensuring companies have confidence investing in their future,” she said.

“The work allows the current workforce and new apprentices to expand and develop their skills whilst staying within the State.”

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