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Boat ramp reopens at Boynedale following significant rain event over Awoonga Dam Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) has reopened the Trevor Burgess Boat Ramp at Boynedale, following a significant rain event at Awoonga Dam. The Trevor Burgess Boat Ramp, which is located at Boynedale on the southern side of Lake Awoonga, is now open to […]
Recent rainfall kickstarts environmental releases from Awoonga Dam: Downstream residents urged to remain aware of changing water levels Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) will begin downstream environmental water releases today due to increased inflows at Awoonga Dam. Under the Awoonga Dam Resource Operations Licence (ROL), GAWB is required to conduct downstream environmental water releases following […]
The Golegumma Pipeline Replacement Project is now complete, with more than three kilometres of the 80-year-old pipeline successfully replaced as part of a long-term end-of-life renewal program. Assembled in 1942, the original pipeline used cement-lined cast-iron pipe to transport raw water from the Boyne River to Gladstone. In the late 20th century, it was repurposed […]
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Despite some unique challenges, GAWB has achieved practical completion of a pipeline replacement under the busy Dawson Highway in Gladstone, Central Queensland. The project involved replacing a section of the Mount Miller Interconnect treated water pipeline running beneath the Dawson Highway in West Gladstone which is a vital part of our treated water network, connecting […]
Did you say ‘I do’ at Lake Awoonga’s Castle Tower Lookout? Pop the question with a sweeping view? Or maybe you sealed a special moment with a love lock on the lookout railing? Like it’s more famous Parisian cousin, the Lake Awoonga love locks are a romantic tradition where couples attach padlocks to the railing […]
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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 2025 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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Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) has celebrated 115 years of collective employee service at a recent presentation to recognise eleven long-serving employees. Starting with five years of service and working up to 20 years, each employee was recognised in a celebration led by GAWB Chief Executive Officer Darren Barlow. “From small beginnings with just ten […]
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In Central Queensland, water security is more than an infrastructure challenge – it’s the foundation for jobs, industry, and the future prosperity of our communities. For decades, Gladstone has relied on one source of water – Awoonga Dam, and after multiple failed wet seasons the dam is (as of late November 2025) at 43% capacity. […]
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The third annual Lake Awoonga Scavenger Hunt has wrapped up for 2025, with the $3,000 grand prize won by Gladstone local, Melinda Cowburn. The Lake Awoonga Scavenger Hunt is an initiative of Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB), which owns and operates Awoonga Dam. The free community-focused event encourages families to visit Lake Awoonga and hunt […]
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With Awoonga Dam now sitting below 44% capacity (as of 27 october 2025), Gladstone Area Water Board has closed two recreational assets due to falling water levels and in the interest of public safety. From 27 October 2025, the Trevor Burgess Boat Ramp at Boynedale Bush Camp and the swimming pontoon at Ironbark Gully, have […]
