Kangaroo Valley pipeline upgrade

Work started in September 2023 and was completed in July 2024.

The project has included:

• upgrades to the 2.5 kilometre above-ground pipeline included replacing structural bearings and improving drainage systems to improve the resilience and reliability of the vital asset, especially during wet weather
• upgrades to concrete work and surface improvements to about 650 metres of access tracks. This will improve access to the area for ongoing maintenance and inspection work
• the 2.5 kilometre pipeline was commissioned in 1977 to link the Fitzroy Canal with the Bendeela Hydro Plant, and is vital in connecting the Shoalhaven and Greater Sydney catchment areas.

WaterNSW and its construction partner Diona attended an Aboriginal cultural awareness induction at the project site in late August 2023. Hosted by the Illawarra Local Aboriginal Land Council, the induction deepened the project teams understanding of Country and Culture, provided a background of Aboriginal sites and heritage in the area and explained the necessary steps in identifying and reporting Aboriginal artefacts and sites.

Project updates

For construction enquiries, please contact Diona’s Community Engagement team by phone on 1300 131 338 or by email community@diona.com.au