Connecting to the East Grampians Rural Pipeline will secure a reliable water supply for your property.
There are many benefits of having a piped supply, from better quality water for bathing and washing to security for firefighting or enterprise opportunities. Read some case studies about how piped water has benefited landholders in our community.
More about the East Grampians Rural Pipeline Project
Express your interest to connect
Landholders within the project boundary are encouraged to lodge an Expression of Interest to connect to the pipeline.
Our Landholder Liaison team are available to answer your questions or discuss the project during business hours on 1300 659 961.
Download the Expression of Interest form for the East Grampians Rural Pipeline
Landholders still interested in the project that haven’t registered an expression of interest are still encouraged to do so.
What you need to know
We have created a series of fact sheets which will help you with what you need to know and do, to connect to the East Grampians Pipeline.
East Grampians Rural Pipeline - Overview
East Grampians Rural Pipeline - Planning
East Grampians Rural Pipeline - Connection
Online water calculator available
To assist landholders with calculating water requirements, we encourage landholders to use Agriculture Victoria’s water calculator by visiting their website at http://calculator.agriculture.vic.gov.au/fwcalc/step/home
Your project information pack
About the project . . .View the East Grampians Rural Water Supply Pipeline boundary map
Information for new pipeline customers . . .On-farm Benefits of a Piped Water Supply New Customers - Rural Pipeline Systems Information sheet on water allowance scenarios with costs Rural pipeline products and charges
Our Customer Charter. . .We're committed to serving our customers and have developed a charter to reflect our ongoing commitment to you and the community: |
The South West Loddon Pipeline Project is now complete. Connecting to the pipeline will secure a reliable water supply for your property. There are many benefits of having a piped supply, from better quality water for bathing and washing to security for firefighting or enterprise opportunities. Read below some case studies about how piped water has benefited landholders in our community.
What to do
Landowners along the South West Loddon Pipeline route can still apply to connect to the pipeline system.
If you're interested in connecting:
- Fill out an Expression of Interest form and return to us by emailing
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by post. - The Land Liaison Team will contact you and talk you through the next steps.
Service area
Rural landholders within the project boundary shown on the map below may be eligible to connect to the pipeline.
View the interactive map
View map of South West Loddon water supply area
Pipeline paves the way for growthDubbed the ‘best development for the region since electricity’, the pipeline provides a secure reticulated water supply to 1500 rural properties in areas surrounding Inglewood, Newbridge, St Arnaud and Wedderburn. Murphy’s Creek farmer Deb Hancock said the pipeline had given their farm a future for their children, Campbell and Georgia. |
Buying back timeThe South West Loddon Pipeline has provided a secure, readily available water supply for John and Ann Leach who run 5000 sheep with their son John at Rheola, near Bridgewater in Central Victoria. It has given them given back precious time to focus their attention on other demands around their Merino Sheep farming enterprise. |
GWMWater and Coliban Water come together to deliver for customersMore than 3000 Coliban Water urban customers will benefit from the completion of the South West Loddon Pipeline. Coliban Water contributed $2.7 million to the $89.9-million project; led by GWMWater. Approximately 1170 kilometres of pipeline will provide a raw water supply to properties across 2900 square kilometres in both GWMWater and Coliban Water service areas. |
A real time saverThe South West Loddon Pipeline has been a boon for Des and Frances Lanyon, providing secure reliable supplies of clean water to both house and farm, and reducing the time and labour spent carting water when dams or other supplies run low. |
Your South West Loddon Pipeline information pack
About the project . . .Securing the Future of the Region Map of South West Loddon Pipeline Project Boundary
Information for new pipeline customers . . .On-farm Benefits of a Piped Water Supply Benefits of Piped Water for Lifestyle Property Owners New Customers South West Loddon Pipeline - Standard Connections New Customers South West Loddon Pipeline - Pipeline Extensions Information sheet on water allowance scenarios with costs Rural Pipeline Products and Charges Landholder Statutory Planning Responsibilities Trading Rural Pipeline Water Allowances
Our Customer Charter. . .We're committed to serving our customers and have developed a charter to reflect our ongoing commitment to you and the community: |
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There are many benefits of connecting to a reliable and secure rural piped water supply, such as:
- Improved water quality that's not exposed to contaminants en-route or through surface runoff
- Better quality water for bathing and washing than many dams
- Usable life of home appliances, such as hot water services and washing machines, is generally extended due to reduced impurities in the water
- Not having to rely on rainwater tanks or water carting
- Access to stored water for fire-fighting
- Clean and plentiful water for pets, chickens, horses and other birds and animals
- Appreciation of property values
- Drought proofed properties
Additionally for farms:
- Improved effectiveness of herbicides and chemicals for crop spraying
- Superior results have been achieved with stock in pipeline areas
- Greater opportunity for diversification of farming operations and development of niche enterprises
- Water available to all parts of the property, irrespective of dam locations
Read some case studies about how piped water has benefited landholders in our community.
29 September 2016 Wet Weather Discharge - St Arnaud Wastewater Treatment PlantGWMWater is currently discharging treated water that meets EPA requirements for use of reclaimed water from the St Arnaud Wastewater Treatment Plant to St Arnaud Creek between September and January 2017. Read more |
29 September 2016 Wet Weather Discharge - Warracknabeal Wastewater Treatment PlantGWMWater is currently discharging treated water that meets EPA requirements for use of reclaimed water from the Warracknabeal Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Yarriambiack Creek between September and December 2016. Read more |
29 September 2016 Wet Weather Discharge - Horsham Wastewater Treatment PlantGWMWater is currently discharging recycled water that meets EPA requirements for use of reclaimed water from the Horsham Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Wimmera River between September and December 2016. Read more |
16 September 2016 Willaura Wastewater Treatment PlantGWMWater will commence discharging recycled water from the Willaura Wastewater Treatment Plant into the Cockajemmy Lakes. Read more |
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