Upcoming works
Geotechnical and soil investigations will be conducted from 8 April 2024 for a period of four weeks (weather and conditions permitting) to understand the type and strength of the soil and rock on site to inform development of the project. These investigations will involve collecting soil samples from the Gold Coast Desalination Plant and adjacent land. Workers will be onsite between the hours of 6am and 6pm.
What can I expect?
- Increased number of workers onsite
- Occasional traffic management on Boyd Street near the Gold Coast Desalination Plant
- Mobile drill rig and equipment operating onsite during business hours
- Borehole and test pit drilling during business hours across various locations onsite
- Nearby residents may experience intermittent noise and vibration
- The drilling process will create small holes in the ground which will be filled in upon completion of the investigations.
About the project
To secure a safe, reliable and resilient drinking water supply for South East Queensland into the future, Seqwater is
investigating the possible expansion of the Gold Coast Desalination Plant on Boyd Street, Tugun. The proposed expansion of the Gold Coast Desalination Plant is part of Seqwater’s Water Security Program 2023 which sets out a 30-year strategy to ensure a safe, secure water supply for South East Queenslanders into the future.
The business case is expected to be completed in 2024. For more information, please visit seqwater.com.au/watersecurity.
Keeping you informed
Thank you for your understanding and patience while these important investigations are completed.
Seqwater is committed to keeping the local community informed as this project progresses. To sign up for updates on the proposed expansion of the Gold Coast Desalination Plant, please visit the project web page or email [email protected] and ask to be added to the project update list.
For more information on the project, please contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 07 3432 7000 (during business hours)
- Website: www.seqwater.com.au/project/proposed-gold-coast-desalination-plant-expansion
