From sourcing suppliers and inventory, to managing contractors and executing complex agreements, GAWB’s Contracts and Procurement team obtain the resources we need to get the job done. As part of National Water Week 2024, we asked Rob, Contracts and Procurement Manager, about his role and his career in the water industry. Why did you choose […]
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Behind the pipes and water reservoirs, there’s a team working collaboratively to make sure water is supplied reliably and safely to customers. Tammy Walz, GAWB HR Business Partner, is a key part of making sure the right people are in the job. As part of National Water Week 2024, we asked Tammy about her role […]
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It’s National Water Week (21-27 October), and Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) is seizing the opportunity to promote careers in the water industry. GAWB owns and operates one of Queensland’s largest dams, Lake Awoonga – which connects the community and visitors with recreational opportunities, a connection to nature and education. GAWB also operates the Aquaculture […]
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Lake Awoonga is renowned for its high-quality Barramundi fishing, which is stocked with Barramundi, Mangrove Jack and Sea Mullet fingerlings produced at the Aquaculture Gladstone fish hatchery. As part of National Water Week, we asked Thomas, Aquaculture Gladstone Senior Hatchery Technician, about his role and his career in the water industry. Why did you choose […]
Reservoirs take shape to advance $983 million Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline 1500 cubic metres of concrete has now been poured to create the base for one of two water storage reservoirs as the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline (FGP) continues to take shape. This important work required more than 100 truckloads of concrete, using two batching […]
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The Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline (FGP) is an important infrastructure project for the Gladstone region and is on track for completion as scheduled in early 2026 and is within budget. As a large-scale infrastructure project approved by the Queensland Government, the FGP has a detailed project schedule and associated timelines for all required activities, including […]
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The secret’s out! The much-anticipated swimming and boat loading pontoons have been installed at Lake Awoonga. The new pontoons are part of the Lake Awoonga Recreation Strategy, a multi-year project that will improve and expand the recreational assets and services available at Lake Awoonga. The pontoons are already an instant hit with families enjoying […]
With new picnic shelters, barbeques, more car parks and expanded waterfront access, there’s never been a better time to visit Lake Awoonga. Gladstone Area Water Board, the owner and operator of Lake Awoonga, has completed a six-month construction and maintenance program to refresh the recreational areas at Lake Awoonga. Gladstone Area Water Board CEO Darren […]
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Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) recognises the vital contributions individuals and community organisations make to the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of the areas in which we operate. That’s why GAWB offers opportunities for community investment funding and in-kind support, with applications now open for community groups and individuals. Gladstone Area Water Board CEO Darren […]
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A milestone has been reached with the official registration of an Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) between Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) and the Darumbal People in Central Queensland as part of the state’s $983 million pipeline project. GAWB and DPAC marked this significant milestone last week at a ceremony and morning tea held at […]
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