THE findings of utility provider Central Highlands Water\u2019s annual water outlook report have been released.<\/p>\n
The document gauges the provider\u2019s current water storage level as well as ground water levels and predicted inflows as well the impact of weather and the use of water during summer to predict next year\u2019s output.<\/p>\n
CHW\u2019s general manager for infrastructure, planning, and operations Paul Donohue said levels have remained strong this year despite shifting climate conditions.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite the current El Nino declaration and drier conditions over much of winter and spring, our water storage levels are healthy,\u201d he said. \u201cThis is largely due to the wet conditions over the previous two seasons.<\/p>\n
\u201cThrough our recent pricing plan engagement, our customers told us that sustainability and reliable services are important to them and their community and by encouraging the community to be water wise through the summer months, we can deliver on this.\u201d<\/p>\n
Supplying water to 15 separate regions, CHW\u2019s annual report outlined restrictions are unlikely to come into place next year, with Ballarat\u2019s supply currently at about 3000 millilitres and tracking above the five-year average demand.<\/p>\n
Mr Donohue said residents can keep the local supply up by saving water where possible.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we come into the summer period, it\u2019s a great time to refer back to our permanent water saving rules and ensure we keep this up,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThank you to everyone across our region for playing their part by using water wisely.\u201d<\/p>\n
CHW\u2019s permanent water saving rules apply year-round and include guidelines around hose fittings, vehicle washing, and lawn and garden watering.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
THE findings of utility provider Central Highlands Water\u2019s annual water outlook report have been released. The document gauges the provider\u2019s current water storage level as well as ground water levels and predicted inflows as well the impact of weather and the use of water during summer to predict next year\u2019s output. CHW\u2019s general manager for […]<\/p>\n