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Meet John, the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline Area Manager

A team of dedicated professionals is actively supporting long-term water security for the Gladstone region through the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline (FGP) and deserves recognition. Introducing John Carolan, the Area Manager for the FGP. John oversees the entire pipeline construction process, from managing the workforce to ensuring the project stays on schedule and within budget. This includes coordinating between different teams, subcontractors, […]

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Submissions extended – commercial operators invited to consider Lake Awoonga for their next business opportunity

Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB), as the owner and operator of Awoonga Dam, is seeking expressions of interest from businesses and entrepreneurs to help enhance the visitor experience at Lake Awoonga by bringing fresh and innovative services to the area. GAWB encourages potential operators to think outside the box. Ideas such as a bait and […]

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Sign up for the Aquaculture Gladstone Volunteers Program this International Volunteers Day

This International Volunteers Day, 5 December 2024, dive into something exciting with the Aquaculture Gladstone Volunteers Program. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability or looking for a fun way to give back, now’s your chance to get involved and help make an impact. Supporting sustainable aquaculture practices and environmental conservation, volunteers play a crucial role at […]

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Celebrating the academic achievements of Gladstone’s local youth

At Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB), we are committed to supporting the educational growth and development of the upcoming young leaders in our community.   That’s why we were thrilled to sponsor the 2024 academic awards at five of our local high schools: Calliope State High School, Chanel College, Gladstone State High School, Tannum Sands State […]

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Commitment to delivery on display as GAWB recognises long serving employees

Sixteen long serving employees have been recognised by Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB), with acknowledgment each had played a part in GAWB’s success over many years. Starting at five years of service and working up to 35 years, each employee was thanked by GAWB Chief Executive Officer Darren Barlow. “GAWB has operated for 51 years, […]

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GAWB hits a six for women’s cricket in Gladstone

Gladstone’s first ever Empowering Women in Cricket program has officially launched, thanks to a new partnership between Glen Cricket Club and Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB). Gladstone Area Water Board CEO Darren Barlow said the organisation is thrilled to support a program giving local women the chance to try a traditionally male dominated sport. “We’re […]

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Meet Jim, the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline Construction Manager

An image of Gladstone Pipeline Construction Manager Jim McGinty standing in front of large black pipes on the Fitzroty to Gladstone Pipeline work site.

A team of dedicated professionals is actively supporting long-term water security for the Gladstone region through the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline and deserves recognition. Introducing Jim McGinty, the Construction Manager for the project. Jim leads a high-performing team dedicated to ensuring the successful delivery of this vital infrastructure project. We asked Jim to tell us […]

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Aquaculture Gladstone celebrates Sea Mullet results on World Fisheries Day

In a significant milestone for Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB), Aquaculture Gladstone has successfully released 68,000 Sea Mullet fingerlings into Lake Awoonga. Gladstone Area Water Board CEO, Darren Barlow, said the release was significant for fisheries throughout Australia.“This is a huge step forward not only for Aquaculture Gladstone but for the entire industry, – showing […]

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Aquaculture Gladstone hosts first female work experience student

“Best week ever” were the words Toolooa State High School year 10 student Matilda Heier used to describe her recent work experience placement at Aquaculture Gladstone. The self-confessed fishing fanatic signed up for work experience at Aquaculture Gladstone after she visited the GAWB stall at Ecofest in June. For Matilda, who hopes to one day […]

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Breaking new ground with new customer connections

We recently connected water supply to Alpha HPA’s new high-purity aluminium production site, which is now under construction in Yarwun, Gladstone. Our teams delivered a temporary customer connection in rapid time for the high-purity aluminium producer Alpha HPA, to support the expansion of its HPA First Project. The new supply of water was used for […]

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