‘Loch Garry: Past, Present and Future’ will be held on Tuesday, April 23 as part of the Loch Garry Future Service Strategy, which is reviewing the asset and service future state of the Loch Garry flood regulator.
G-MW strategy and service planning general manager Steven Abbott said G-MW was eager to listen and to share information about Loch Garry and its future with the community.
“The Loch Garry flood regulator is a unique piece of infrastructure, significant both historically and for the current role it plays in flood protection,” Mr Abbott said.
“We know there is a lot of community interest in Loch Garry and the future of the flood protection service — particularly with the floods the region has experienced in recent years — so the open day is a fantastic chance for people to come along, share their thoughts and find out more.”
The day will include information about:
- Loch Garry’s history and purpose.
- How Loch Garry was designed, its operation and the procedures that are followed.
- Loch Garry in the context of the environment around it.
- Maps of recent flood events.
- The condition of the asset and its future life expectancy.
This information and conversations will help provide insight into the various factors being considered as part of G-MW’s review of the regulator’s future.
“The regulator is now approaching its centenary,” Mr Abbott said.
“With an ageing asset and a changing climate, it is important we assess how we can ensure the flood protection service can adapt and be sustainable for the future.”
‘Loch Garry: Past, Present and Future’ drop-in time will be between 1pm and 3pm at the Bunbartha Community Centre, Barmah-Shepparton Rd, Bunbartha.
People are free to arrive at anytime while the drop-in is on, no registration is required.
There will be further chances for people to engage on the Loch Garry Future Service Strategy.
People can stay up to date with these opportunities on G-MW’s YourSay page: https://yoursay.gmwater.com.au/loch-garry-FSS
