ECan makes several references to water storage and augmentation in the Water Quantity section of its proposed NRRP (Natural Resources Regional Plan), including an objective that, “…available water is allocated in ways that enables communities to maximise their social, economic and cultural wellbeing, and their health and safety”. Also, “Where a change that will be caused by augmentation is significant, a net sustainable benefit to the wider community must be demonstrated”.
Please click on the subheadings (left) for the main benefits of the Central Plains Water scheme.