Background
Marion Water is a new business unit run within Council. The business operates an Aquifer Storage and Reuse scheme at Oaklands Wetland that treats stormwater which is delivered to our own parks, gardens, reserves and ovals. Marion Water owns a recycled water pipeline network spanning over 11.5 kilometres, which currently irrigates more than 30 reserves in City of Marion. The scheme replaces drinking quality water (some of which is sourced from the River Murray) used for open space irrigation. We also sell water to third party users.
Our vision is to develop our Marion Water business into a self-sustaining, full cost recovery business, that delivers environmental, financial, social and recreational benefits to the community.
Council have recently endorsed the extension of our pipeline network by an additional 14 kilometres to cover even more areas. The extension of this recycled water pipeline will now reach Flinders University, the Women's Memorial Playing Fields, the Seacliff area and more.
We're committed to making the most of our natural resources and promoting sustainable living. Our stormwater harvesting scheme is not just a means for irrigation, but a way of building a greener and more sustainable future.
How you can get involved
Our initial plan sets out our guiding principles, five key objectives, and a four-year action plan for Marion Water.
We really want your feedback and innovative ideas to help further inform the plan.
We will consider all feedback provided and will incorporate into our plan where applicable - you can provide your feedback via the short survey below before 30 May 2023.
For more information on our recycled water supply business visit the Marion Water project website.
If you would like further information or if you have any questions you can contact the project team via:
p. 0478 487 473
