CONSTRUCTION has begun on a 2.3 kilometre pipeline to deliver recycled water across Frankston.
The Monterey Recycled Water Scheme is a $1.3 million project paid for by the state government, South East Water, Frankston City Council, and the Long Island National Golf Club. The planned pipeline will be able to deliver 98 megalitres of recycled water each year. The recycled water will be used to upkeep Eric Bell Reserve, Monterey Reserve, Pat Rollo Reserve, and the Long Island National Golf Club course.
South East Water acting managing director Karen Lau said “by irrigating these outdoor spaces with recycled water, we’ll deliver a climate resilient water source and help save precious drinking water.” “Locals and sporting clubs will benefit from greener spaces to support a thriving, more liveable community,” Lau said. “We know water security is important given Melbourne’s current fast-growing population and strong predicted future growth. We also know access to green outdoor spaces is vital for our physical and mental wellbeing.”
Frankston deputy mayor Steffie Conroy said there would be “significant long term cost savings and environmental benefits from using recycled water on several of our sports fields in Frankston North. “Water is one of the most precious natural resources and this project will allow us to save drinking water while still keeping our popular sporting fields in top condition to support community health and wellbeing year-round,” she said. “We are pleased to be partnering with South East Water and the Victorian Government to bring the project to fruition.”
First published in the Frankston Times – 25 June 2025