NSW Groundwater Strategy
In a first for NSW, a long-term strategy is being developed to better protect and share the state’s vital groundwater resources.

The draft NSW Groundwater Strategy will deliver on a key priority of the NSW Water Strategy by providing an enhanced, state-wide focus on sustainable groundwater management for the next 20 years.

Our groundwater resources are becoming increasingly vulnerable due to changing climate conditions, population growth and increased land use. A long-term direction – harnessing the latest science available – is needed to make sure the way we manage groundwater continues to evolve to tackle the critical challenges it faces now and in the future.

Community feedback is currently being sought on the draft NSW Groundwater Strategy, which is on public exhibition for 6 weeks from Tuesday, 5 July until Sunday, 14 August 2022.

Artesian Bore Water Users Association of NSW Inc.

AGM 2022

10 am

When: Monday 20^th June 2022.

Where: The Boardroom, Coonamble Bowling Club

Aberford St Coonamble

Please RSVP for catering by return email by Tuesday 14th June.

Artesian Bore Water Users Association

AGM 2021

The Boardroom 

Coonamble Bowling Club

10.30 for 11am on Friday June 25^th

Please RSVP for catering by return email by Tuesday   22^nd June.

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