Victorian Desalination Project

In June 2007, the Victorian Government annouced their intention to construct a $3.5 billion desalination plant near Wonthaggi.

Listed below are current Works Notifications issued by Thiess Degrémont, and general information about the project. More detailed information is available at the AquaSure website www.aquasure.com.au.

March 2011 Project Update

There is now a total of 2424 people at work on the desalination plant site. This number will continue to increase over the coming months, with additional steel fixers, concreters, carpenters and electricians set to join the project.

Jack Up Barge Departure

With the marine intake and outlet structures now complete, the Jack Up Barge has been towed to Westernport Bay, before leaving the area permanently.

General Project Information

Background information of the Victorian Desalination Project, including the Housing Accord, media release archive and useful links

Media Release Archive

Media releases specific to the Victorian Desalination Project

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