The NSW Government has launched the Lachlan Regional Water Strategy, a longterm plan to meet the water needs of the region and support water security for Parkes, Cowra, Forbes, and other communities across the Lachlan for the next 20 years and beyond.
The strategy provides a clearer pathway for a more resilient and sustainable water future, progressing a range of solutions to shore up water for residents, farmers, businesses, Aboriginal people and the environment.
We have consulted widely with the community throughout the plan’s development, and we’ve received significant input which informed the final strategy and its actions.
The strategy is also underpinned by new, groundbreaking climate data and state-of-the-art modelling, allowing us to better understand and plan for future water security risks.
New environmental data for the Lachlan Valley is now available on our online portal, showing modelled streamflow and storage volume data under different climate scenarios, including long-term projections. This will help local water utilities, industry, and community groups better plan for their water futures.
Further information is available at: https://water.dpie.nsw.gov.au/our-work/plans-and-strategies/regional-water-strategies/final/lachlan-regional-water-strategy