There can be an abundance

Armidale’s first water storage dam, Dumaresq Dam (built in 1898), occasionally floods. In November 2011, this image was captured as it overflowed in a spectacular fashion. The city experiences fairly frequent flooding events through the city with occasional major floods. When this happens, why can’t we capture some of the high flows, lessen the flood damage and save some for our non-rainy days?

Help us develop the future, together

Together lets develop visions of water in our city. Imagine beautiful streams of healthy water continuously flowing through billabongs and wetlands. Join our members who, together, have lived in Armidale and the region for a total of over 2500 years! We want to gather the ideas from all perspectives - Aboriginal, sporting groups, environmental groups, recreational users, University students and staff, etc.

If other cities and towns have created lovely waterways, why can’t Armidale come up with a plan that will inspire visitors and residents? Check out our many inspirations to see if you like any of them. If you have a vision to share, let us know about it by email.

Supporting life, for all of us

Water supports the quality of life in our community, for all of us. These black swans are enjoying lunch in Dumaresq Dam, the city’s first water supply. Perhaps one day we might see swans enjoying themselves in a wetland or pond right in the centre of the city. To achieve this, one of our aims is to allow for healthy, well aerated water to flow through the city at all times.

Images of Dumaresq Dam in flood and with swans kindly provided by Terry Cooke photography.

Supporters

We are very grateful for the support we have received - both financial and in-kind - from a wide range of businesses and individuals in our community (as well the ongoing support of our financial members)