The Project

Title: Catchment Treatment Systems
Duration: 2025 – 2027
Funding: This project, delivered by Reef Catchments is part of the $5.5 million Reef Place-Based Integrated Projects initiative funded through the Queensland Government’s Queensland Reef Water Quality Program. This project is part of the Proserpine Integrated Project.

Summary:

Reef Catchments has over two decades of experience supporting long-term environmental outcomes in the region. Their expertise in water quality improvement and place-based programming is backed by a strong history of implementing successful treatment systems.

In collaboration with Alluvium Consulting, Reef Catchments will lead the design and construction of two treatment systems aimed at reducing pollutants such as dissolved inorganic nitrogen (DIN) and total suspended solids (TSS) in priority catchment areas.

Objectives:

• Identify priority sites for water quality improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to co-design two treatment systems.
• Deliver detailed designs and manage construction.
• Engage stakeholders and support on-farm capacity building.
• Monitor outcomes to demonstrate water quality improvements.

Outcomes:

• Reduction in DIN and TSS levels.
• implementation of functional, engineered water treatment solutions.
• Increased landholder involvement in water quality management.
• Measurable, evidence-based outcomes aligned with place-based project timelines.