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South west Victoria groundwater Expression of Interest

Expressions of interest closed for groundwater in south west Victoria’s deep aquifers

Introduction 

Expressions of interest closed at 4pm Friday 2 May 2025 for securing groundwater in Lower Tertiary Aquifers (the Dilwyn Formation and deeper aquifers) within the boundary of the Warrnambool Zone and Dilwyn Formation (Lower Tertiary Aquifer) Paaratte Groundwater Management Area (GMA).

We are undertaking an assessment of interest and will determine the process to apportion entitlement in an equitable manner. This may be via water auction, a tender process, or an alternate method. We will provide more information when it’s available. 

Warrnambool Zone 

The total allocation available is 5,000 megalitres. Please note this aquifer is generally deeper than 400 metres below the surface, and it would require substantial time and financial investment to secure all relevant licences and install a bore to access this groundwater. 

The boundary of the Warrnambool Zone is shown in the map. To be eligible you must own or occupy property within this boundary. If you are unsure if your property is within the boundary, please contact us and we can make an assessment. 

Map of Warrnambool zone

Read our Warrnambool technical information sheet for details on boundaries, approximate depth to the top of the aquifer, and potential yield and salinity.

Paaratte GMA 

The total allocation available is 1,400 megalitres. Please note this aquifer is generally deeper than 400 metres below the surface, and it would require substantial time and financial investment to secure all relevant licences and install a bore to access this groundwater.

The boundary of the Paaratte GMA is shown in the map. To be eligible you must own or occupy property within this boundary. If you are unsure if your property is within the boundary, please contact us and we can make an assessment.

Map of Paaratte boundary

Read our Paaratte technical information sheet for details on boundaries, approximate depth to the top of the aquifer, and potential yield and salinity.

 

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