Local residents are urged to talk to representatives from Urban Utilities, Seqwater and the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water while they are are in DJ Smith Memorial Park, Canungra
One of the main topics of discussion are options for water security into the future – with off-stream storage and connection to the grid discussed.
The representatives are available on Friday 17 March from 1.30pm until 4.30pm, and Urban Utilities and Seqwater return on Saturday 18 March between 9am and midday.
Urban Utilities spokesperson Michelle Cull said keeping the community informed is a priority.
“Canungra Creek is currently flowing at just over 20 megalitres per day and we know that flows in the creek can change quickly,” she said.
“While the South East Queensland region exited drought following extreme rainfall and flooding in early 2022, there’s been a lack of rainfall over many catchments recently, including Canungra.”
“Canungra Creek is currently flowing at just over 20 megalitres per day and we know that flows in the creek can change quickly.”
Ms Cull said the drought response plan for Canungra is activated when flows in Canungra Creek fall below seven megalitres per day.
“Under the plan, Seqwater will tanker water to meet demand if it has to take its water treatment plant offline which is also when water restrictions would be introduced,” she said.
“Urban Utilities and Seqwater are committed to ensuring current and future drinking water demands for Canungra are met, including during drought.”
