$5.6M Boost for Seven Regional Water Projects
Seven regional local governments will share in more than $480,000 in funding through the latest round of the Community Water Supplies Partnership (CWSP) program, which helps rural communities build climate resilience by improving local water infrastructure.
The program, delivered by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation’s Rural Water Planning team, provides up to $100,000 per project to develop off-farm community water supplies, with applicants providing a 30 per cent co-contribution.
This round of funding supports projects across Albany, Carnarvon, Kondinin (two projects), Menzies, Perenjori and Plantagenet, including the installation of water tanks, pumps, pipelines, bores and dam upgrades. These initiatives will reduce reliance on scheme water, support emergency services, and help irrigate green spaces and sporting precincts.
The CWSP program is supported by the Water Infrastructure for Sustainable and Efficient Regions initiative under the Australian Government’s National Water Grid Fund.
A combined $5.6 million has been committed to the CWSP program from 2024-25 to 2026-27 by the Australian and Western Australian governments.
The streamlined approval process for CWSP projects ensures quicker access to funding for projects under $100,000, allowing communities to respond faster to local needs.
Approved projects:
For more information, visit wa.gov.au
As put by the Acting Federal Minister for the Environment and Water Tim Ayres:
“The Albanese Government is delivering infrastructure projects to communities who need better access to water.
“We’re very pleased to partner with the Cook Government along with local councils and industries to ensure we are making real, on-the-ground improvements for the people of WA.”
As put by WA Water Minister Don Punch:
“These community-driven projects show how we can build water resilience from the ground up, using practical infrastructure that supports local needs.
“Whether it’s firefighting, irrigating public spaces, or reducing pressure on scheme water, these investments are all about helping our regions adapt to a changing climate.
“The CWSP program is a great example of the Western Australian and Australian governments working together to deliver smart, effective solutions for regional Western Australia.
“I commend the local governments and communities involved for their leadership in planning and delivering these vital projects.”
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook Labor Government/Joint-media-statement—Seven-regional-water-projects-funded-under-$5.6-million-Community-Water-program-20250627