Grant to improve water quality

The Federal Government will spend $4.5 million over two years to improve water quality on the Peninsula.

This will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Gosford Council.

Member for Robertson Mr Jim Lloyd said that, while local water quality was not a Federal issue, "in this case though, the capital works required to solve this problem come with a significant cost and I believe a contribution from the Federal Government is appropriate".

Mr Lloyd said: "For almost 30 years, residents on the Peninsula have experienced discoloured tap water due to various shortcomings in the distribution system, the natural layout of the region and the chemistry of the water source.

"Residents on the Peninsula account for around 20 per cent of the Gosford Council area.

"It's not right that such a large number of people experience unacceptable water quality.

"I understand the significant concern this issue has caused the people of the Peninsula and I'm glad the Federal Government and Gosford Council can work together for the benefit of local residents."

Press release, 9 Oct 2007 Jim Lloyd, Member for Robertson