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Come and join the Victorian YWPs for an exciting adventure on the 2024 Regional Study Tour, exploring the theme: Water Futures: Envisioning and Creating a Water-Resilient Society.
Over two days, we will explore various sites across Victoria's South East, where you'll have the opportunity to engage in interactive workshops, visit interesting locations, attend captivating presentations, and gain insights into the latest technology. There will be plenty of networking opportunities for you to connect with like-minded individuals.
Departing from Southern Cross Station by bus to visit various water sites, including Westernport Water and the Vic Desalination Plant, with stops for morning tea and lunch. The day will conclude with dinner at The Wooli Tavern and an overnight stay at Silverwater Resort. The following day includes breakfast at the resort, a visit to the Drouin Waste Water Treatment Plant, and a return to Southern Cross Station.
Two Day Program
Day 1 - Friday 6 September
7.30am Depart Southern Cross Railway station bus terminal
9:00am Arrive at Cowes Wastewater Treatment Plant
Site tour of Cowes Wastewater Treatment Plant and Class A Recycled Water plant including;
- Innovative floating wetlands pilot project for nature-based treatment
- Class A recycling and reuse to irrigation and class A customers
9:10am Morning tea break + Welcome to Country
12:00pm Arrive at San Remo Basin
Site tour of recent cover replacement and enjoy scenic views of the coastline and hills
1:00pm Arrive at Victorian Desalination Plant for a picturesque lunch overlooking the plant’s magical views.
2:00pm Site tour
Site tour of the iconic Victorian desalination plant. A chance to firsthand see the desalination process in action. The tour will showcase;
- A detailed overview of the start to finish process with a senior operations staff
- Background of the plants design and construction during a time of extreme drought
- How the plant contributes to a more water resilient Victoria.
5:00pm Silverwater Resort
Check into your overnight accommodation at the Silverwater Resort.
7:00pm Wooli Tavern Networking dinner - network, connect and get to know your fellow tour companions at the group dinner, it will be a relaxed night in a beautiful location.
Day 2 - Saturday 7 September
Breakfast at Silverwater Resort
9.00am Depart Silverwater Resort
10:00am Workshop/Presentations
11:30am Depart for Drouin Wastewater Treatment Plant with lunch on the way
1:00pm Arrive at Drouin Wastewater Treatment Plant;
- Site tour of Gippsland Water’s Drouin Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Learn about enhanced biological phosphorus removal process and Membrane Bioreactor (MBR)
3:00pm Depart Drouin Wastewater Treatment Plant
4.30pm arrive at Southern Cross Railway Station bus terminal
Event Details
| Date |
Friday 6 - Saturday 7 September 2024 |
| Time |
7.00am Friday - 4.30pm Saturday |
| Location |
Phillip Island, Victoria |
Event Registration
| Registration Type |
Member Rate |
Non-Member Rate |
Concession Rate |
|
All-inclusive tour registration
All transport, shared accommodation, food, workshops and site visits
|
$390 |
$560 |
$340 |
|
All-inclusive tour registration - Single Accommodation
All transport, own accommodation, food, workshops and site visits
|
$560 |
- |
$510 |
* Delegates must be an AWA concession member (under 25 years, fulltime student, retired or unemployed) to receive concession member rates.
Discover the Benefits: Click Here for Information on Justifying Your Attendance at the Regional Study Tour! We recognise that obtaining approval from your employer to attend such events may require some justification. To assist you in making your case, we have compiled a helpful document why participating in the YWP VIC Regional Study Tour will prove beneficial for both you and your organisation.
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For more information please contact:Sponsorship Opportunities: Troy Waite, Partnerships and Sponsorships Manager | Phone: 02 9467 8426 | E:
twaite@awa.asn.auMember Engagement Manager - VIC: Natasha Sharrock |
Phone: 02 9467 8423 | E: NSharrock@awa.asn.au
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