Long term water plan for SEQ

Seqwater published our long term water plan for the region on 24 March 2017.

South East Queensland's Water Security Program 2016-2046 is our plan for providing safe, secure and cost-effective drinking water over the next 30 years. It builds on the previous version released in 2015 and incorporates community feedback gathered during our Water for life engagement.

The Water Security Program’s assessment of potential water options considers community views and values alongside technical reviews, research and investigations.

The Program also includes updated preparations and plans for extreme weather and includes a revised drought response plan.

A key change to the drought response is the introduction of a drought readiness phase to help better prepare the region for the prospect of drought.

The drought readiness phase is triggered when combined grid dam levels reach 70% and will involve a water efficiency campaign encouraging the community to use water wisely while dry conditions continue.