Red Cliffs water supply set for major upgrade

Lower Murray Water (LMW) has commenced works to upgrade the Red Cliffs urban water supply network, aimed at delivering more reliable services and long-term benefits for the community.

At the centre of the $10 million upgrade is the construction of a new pump station on Woomera Avenue in Red Cliffs which will pressurise the entire system. The project also includes approximately 4.4 kilometres of new water mains, upgraded switchboards and back-up power systems to improve resilience and meet future demand.

The project has been designed by engineering firm CMP Consulting Group with local company Makar Group appointed as principal contractor. Makar is being supported by RDG Electrical and Bigfoot Civil, bringing strong local expertise and experience to the delivery of the works.

Servicing approximately 1,700 properties, the upgraded system will improve water pressure, strengthen reliability and increase capacity to support the future needs of the Red Cliffs community.

LMW General Manager Infrastructure, Stuart Mensch, said the works represent a significant investment in the region.

“The new system will provide consistent water pressure and greater reliability, ensuring it can meet the needs of residents for decades to come,” he said.

“Importantly, local contractors are playing a central role in delivery, keeping the benefits of the project within the community.

“We thank residents for their patience and cooperation as we complete these works.”

President of the Red Cliffs Focus Group, Rohan Morris, said the project was a positive outcome for the Red Cliffs community.

“This project will benefit households today while supporting the future growth of Red Cliffs,” he said.

“It’s great to see investment in infrastructure which will have a lasting impact on our town.”

The Red Cliffs Pressure Upgrade is the largest project in LMW’s current five-year capital plan which commits more than $120 million to approximately 150 infrastructure projects across its service region. The plan is designed to enhance service delivery, strengthen network resilience and support sustainable growth for both urban and rural customers.

The upgraded Red Cliffs system is expected to be commissioned by September 2026.

For further information please contact LMW Manager Strategy and Communication Owen Russell on 0475 178 111.