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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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“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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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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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 […]
With an eye for the smallest of details and a passion for solving problems, our engineering team is responsible for ensuring our assets, including Awoonga Dam, are kept safe and at optimal efficiency and effectiveness for our customers. As part of National Water Week 2024, we asked Phil Webber, GAWB Engineering Manager, about his role […]
It’s a given you turn the tap and see water, but someone needs to ensure critical water infrastructure is installed, replaced or repaired to ensure GAWB can continue to deliver safe and reliable water services. Enter Zac Smith, GAWB’s Program Delivery Manager in our Capital team. We asked Zac a few questions about his role […]
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From sourcing suppliers and inventory, to managing contractors and executing complex agreements, GAWB’s Contracts and Procurement team obtain the resources we need to get the job done. As part of National Water Week 2024, we asked Rob, Contracts and Procurement Manager, about his role and his career in the water industry. Why did you choose […]
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Behind the pipes and water reservoirs, there’s a team working collaboratively to make sure water is supplied reliably and safely to customers. Tammy Walz, GAWB HR Business Partner, is a key part of making sure the right people are in the job. As part of National Water Week 2024, we asked Tammy about her role […]
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It’s National Water Week (21-27 October), and Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) is seizing the opportunity to promote careers in the water industry. GAWB owns and operates one of Queensland’s largest dams, Lake Awoonga – which connects the community and visitors with recreational opportunities, a connection to nature and education. GAWB also operates the Aquaculture […]
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Lake Awoonga is renowned for its high-quality Barramundi fishing, which is stocked with Barramundi, Mangrove Jack and Sea Mullet fingerlings produced at the Aquaculture Gladstone fish hatchery. As part of National Water Week, we asked Thomas, Aquaculture Gladstone Senior Hatchery Technician, about his role and his career in the water industry. Why did you choose […]
