Frankston tees off with new recycled water supply
Recycled water is now flowing to Frankston City through a new completed pipeline, boosting water security and supporting greener public spaces across the community.
Delivered by South East Water, the $5 million Monterey Recycled Water Scheme provides a reliable, climate‑resilient water source for key sporting reserves and community facilities.
The 2.3 km pipeline is supplying around 98 megalitres of Class A recycled water each year, with The National Golf Course – Long Island the first customer to connect and Frankston City Council community facilities to follow later this year.
The Victorian Government contributed $1.3 million, with the remainder funded by South East Water, Frankston City Council and project partners.
The scheme supports greener open spaces that promote wellbeing, encourage recreation and strengthen liveability in a growing community.
Construction has also supported local industry through South East Water’s delivery partner Abergeldie, BMD and KBR joint venture, contributing to local economic activity.
The Monterey Recycled Water Scheme forms part the $56.6 million Victorian Government investment to support the delivery of the Central and Gippsland Region Sustainable Water Strategy, improving water security, liveability, and waterway health for the next 50 years. It also aligns with South East Water’s integrated water management projects, including the Dingley and Western Port schemes.
South East Water Managing Director, Carla Purcell
“We’re delivering for our customers by providing a secure, sustainable recycled water source for local sporting clubs, keeping community spaces greener, thriving and more liveable.
“Using recycled water, in more places, contributes to more sustainable outcomes for our community.”
Frankston City Council Mayor, Cr Sue Baker
“This project strengthens our commitment to a more sustainable, climate‑resilient city and the well-being of our community – all top priorities for Council.
“Recycled water will begin flowing to Monterey Reserve from June, with our other sporting reserves (Pat Rollo and Eric Bell) to follow in stages, representing significant progress toward securing greener, more resilient open spaces for future generations.
“We’re proud to work with South East Water and the Victorian Government to deliver long‑term benefits for residents, families and visitors across our municipality.”
The National Golf Club CEO, Matthew Corby
"We’re thrilled to be the first customer connected to the Monterey Recycled Water Scheme with recycled water now flowing to The National Golf Club – Long Island.
“Having access to a reliable source of water that will keep our course green and open all year round and underpins the significant investment that has been made in our newly renovated course at Long Island."
Photo 1: Member for Frankston, Paul Edbrooke MP with South East Water, Frankston City Council, The National Golf Club and ABK joint venture representatives.
Photo 2 (L to R): South East Water General Manager Liveable Water Solutions, Charlie Littlefair; South East Water Managing Director, Carla Purcell; The National Golf Club CEO Matthew Corby; South East Water Chair, Lynn Warneke; ABK joint venture Program Director, Daniel Turcinovich.
Photo 3: Recycled water flowing through the sprinklers at The National Golf Club – Long Island.
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