Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised work has been completed on Bombala’s brand new Water Treatment Plant (WTP), and the Council has successfully brought this state-of-the-art facility online. This milestone marks the conclusion of a major project that ensures a safe, modern, and reliable drinking water supply for one of the Snowy Monaro region’s key centres.
PHOTO: Bombala’s new WTP is officially operational and supplying water.
The infrastructure project has been fully funded by a $15 million investment from the NSW Government under the Safe and Secure Water Program. This programme is set to introduce new water treatment facilities to both Bombala and Delegate by 2025.
Bombala’s new WTP has now officially taken over the town’s water supply duties full-time, following months of rigorous testing and independent verification. These processes have confirmed that the water produced by the new plant meets or exceeds all drinking water standards, governmental guidelines, and safety regulations.
SMRC Mayor Chris Hanna said, “This new plant, funded by the Safe and Secure Water Program, is a big commitment that shows the Bombala community that state and local government are united in our belief in the future of the southern Snowy Monaro. Bombala now has the infrastructure in place to support this important local hub of industry and tourism as its population continues to grow.”
PHOTO: SMRC Mayor Chris Hanna.
Member for Monaro, Steve Whan said, “This is another great state government investment in Bombala’s future, I’m delighted to see it switched on and supplying the community.”
The new plant incorporates the latest in water treatment technology, featuring automated testing and safety mechanisms that monitor water quality in real time. These systems promptly alert on-site technicians to any potential issues, allowing for quick resolutions without disrupting the water supply.
Earlier this year, the plant’s treated water quality successfully passed extensive preliminary testing and two separate final supply trials.
These tests confirmed that each stage of treatment was functioning as intended before the final switchover from the old plant. Soon, Bombala’s new Water Treatment Plant (WTP) will be joined by a second facility funded by the NSW Government’s Safe and Secure Water Program.
The upcoming completion of the new Delegate WTP will provide the village with drinkable tap water for the first time in its history.
Find out more about water and wastewater in the Snowy Monaro on the SMRC website: https://qrco.de/SMRCwater, or call 1300 345 345 to speak with Council.
SMRC advised it will issue further updates on the Delegate Water Treatment Plant as the completion date is finalised in the near future.