The water authority is encouraging people to register to join one of three sessions:
The evening tour at Tatura is also an opportunity for residents to see the tower and its artwork illuminated, with lights switching on each evening at dusk.
GVW managing director Steve Capewell said this was a chance for residents to learn about where water was sourced from and how it was treated to high standards to ensure it was safe to drink.
“This is great opportunity to hear our water treatment experts explain the treatment process as part of a guided tour and to see the facilities up close,” Dr Capewell said.
“We’re excited to have another opportunity to open our doors to the community after the original tours were postponed during the October floods, and to help provide a greater understanding about drinking water in our region.”
An upgrade was completed at Tatura during the past couple of years, expanding the plant’s capacity to treat 12 megalitres of water per day to 18ML, which will help meet future demand as the town grows.
A new dissolved air floatation and filtration plant was also installed.
Shepparton’s treatment plant received upgrades on its filter systems in the past year to help improve the treatment process.
Tour spots are limited, and registrations are essential – they close at 3pm on Friday March 17. To book your spot or for more information, visit gvwater.vic.gov.au/community/national-water-week
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