With hand-crafted dolphins gracing its front yard is so well known in the northern suburbs that the listing has gone viral The late long-time owners poured their creativity into the grand ornament Instagram account Yiayia Next Door shared the listing stirring fond memories for its 97,000 followers Comedic trio Sooshi Mango, who perform odes to their Italian upbringing, then commented on the post. “We’d buy it just even for the fountain alone!” they said. The three-bedroom house is a time capsule of Australian family life, and a showpiece of the late owners’ passion and pride in their home. Their adult children are parting with the property. For sale for the first time, it is part of the community’s tapestry. No heating, cooling or sewer connection but that's just how the owner wants it Abstract beachside home inspired by world-famous painter The incredible transformation of an unloved cottage on a 4.2-metre-wide block Some followers said it should be heritage-listed, and others who grew up in the area or visited their grandparents as kids recalled admiring it. “Ahh, memories of living in the northern suburbs,” one said. Listing agent Kannan Subramanian of Love & Co Reservoir says he has never seen a reaction like this to a listing. “I never thought it would go this ballistic or crazy,” he says. “I have been selling real estate for 15 years and I have never seen something like this in Reservoir. “The owner has done a lot of the work to the house, and the fountain is a standout. “One of the brothers told me when they were growing up, someone put laundry detergent in it and there was foam everywhere.” Subramanian is expecting a strong turnout at the open for inspections. “Homes of that vintage era are very similar, but this is pristine,” he says. Large, floral tiles flow through the living room and adjoining dining room, lit by intricate chandeliers. Beyond decorative sliding glass doors is a neat timber kitchen. A classic bathroom has an amber shower screen, and embellished floor tiles have been laid in the bedrooms. The property has storage galore, including a double garage, a teen retreat and a shed. The price guide of $980,000 to $1,050,000 is a tick above the median for the northern suburb, according to Domain data. About 12 kilometres from the CBD, Reservoir has ridden a spillover wave of popularity from neighbouring Thornbury and Preston. Council controls have preserved the original streetscapes in this portion of the suburb, Subramanian says. “It forms part of the Merrilands Estate in terms of subdivision, so you cannot really build units, which has protected the area a bit,” he says. “Most of the buyers looking in this area are young families who want to upsize. They have a couple of kids and want a backyard – that is the market.” The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Cancer-linked chemicals have been discovered at five times the incoming safe level in a reservoir used to top up the tap water supply in the upmarket tourist haven of Leura in the Blue Mountains On Monday, Sydney Water confirmed to the Herald it had drained two drinking water reservoirs in recent weeks after discovering the so-called “forever chemicals”, also known as PFAS, at levels exceeding proposed new safety guidelines Unsafe levels of PFAS have been found in a drinking water reservoir in the tourist village of Leura The testing was conducted after pressure by community campaigner Jon Dee.Credit: Sitthixay Ditthavong The agency said drinking water from the reservoirs was “rarely used” and when it did provide “very limited supply” Sydney Water carried out widespread testing of its reservoirs in the Blue Mountains in April, following demands by community campaigner Jon Dee. The agency has known for nearly 12 months that the region is a contamination hotspot.  Dee was shocked to discover on Monday that the testing he called for had taken place and that the results had been quietly published on Sydney Water’s website who convenes the local STOP PFAS action group Dee raised concerns with authorities in March that monitoring did not appear to have taken place in Sydney Water’s distribution network which pipes treated drinking water from filtration plants to a series of storage reservoirs and then onto homes Dee said the levels in Leura reservoir were alarming and even higher than those that had mobilised a multimillion-dollar government response at the nearby Cascade Water Filtration Plant last year “Why has Sydney Water only started this wider testing now?” he asked “What is Sydney Water doing to make sure that there is no PFAS residue left in these reservoirs?” The two affected reservoirs are the Jamieson Reservoir on Cousins Lane at Leura and the Shipley Reservoir The forever chemical perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) deemed a probable carcinogen by the US EPA was five times the incoming safe level at Jamieson Reservoir and twice the incoming safe level at Shipley Reservoir where forever chemicals have been found at five times the incoming safe level Leura is a tourism magnet in cooler months Travellers venture to the picturesque village to bathe at its day spas and dine at upmarket eateries A Sydney Water spokeswoman would not directly answer when asked how many residents were affected She said all the garden taps and all but two of the reservoirs sampled as part of its detailed monitoring program had met current and proposed Australian drinking water guidelines “Jamieson and Shipley reservoirs are rarely used and provide very limited supply to customers and returned results meeting the current guidelines but exceeding the proposed guidelines for PFOS,” she said “Jamieson Reservoir has only contributed to supply once in the last year.” The spokeswoman said that when water had been supplied from the two reservoirs it had been blended with treated water from the Cascade Water Filtration Plant where a $3.4 million filtration unit was installed last year “This is why the garden tap results are within future guidelines,” she said Sydney Water has implemented measures to reduce the presence of PFOS in these two reservoirs “This includes emptying the reservoirs and replenishing them with water supplied from Cascade Water Filtration Plant.” CORRECTION: This article has been updated to correct a previous version which stated the cancer-linked chemical was found at nine times the safe level in drinking water The correct figure is five times the safe level Sydney Water confirmed to the Herald it had drained two drinking water reservoirs in recent weeks after discovering the so-called \\u201Cforever chemicals\\u201D The agency said drinking water from the reservoirs was \\u201Crarely used\\u201D and when it did provide \\u201Cvery limited supply\\u201D Sydney Water carried out widespread testing of its reservoirs in the Blue Mountains in April following demands by community campaigner Jon Dee Dee was shocked to discover on Monday that the testing he called for had taken place and that the results had been \\u201CI\\u2019ve had to stumble on it myself Dee raised concerns with authorities in March that monitoring did not appear to have taken place in Sydney Water\\u2019s distribution network Dee said the levels in Leura reservoir were alarming and even higher than those that had mobilised a the nearby Cascade Water Filtration Plant last year \\u201CWhy has Sydney Water only started this wider testing now?\\u201D he asked \\u201CWhat is Sydney Water doing to make sure that there is no PFAS residue left in these reservoirs?\\u201D \\u201CJamieson and Shipley reservoirs are rarely used and returned results meeting the current guidelines but exceeding the proposed guidelines for PFOS,\\u201D she said \\u201CJamieson Reservoir has only contributed to supply once in the last year.\\u201D \\u201CThis is why the garden tap results are within future guidelines,\\u201D she said \\u201CThis includes emptying the reservoirs and replenishing them with water supplied from Cascade Water Filtration Plant.\\u201D handpainted muralDavid Bonaddio Resort-style Reservoir home with mural wows buyers A striking luxury home in Reservoir with soaring 3.5-metre ceilings and a backyard mural inspired by Southeast Asia has hit the market in Melbourne’s northern suburbs with a $1.595m price tag The three-bedroom residence at 17B Myrtle Grove has been labelled one of the suburb’s most unique homes Barry Plant Reservoir’s Ross Kontossis said it had drawn strong interest from a broad pool of buyers RELATED: Brighton beach boxes: Six-figure sale for coastal icon High-flying Mecca, MCC bigwigs list $9m Peninsula retreat Melbourne suburbs hailed as ‘NIMBY paradise’ revealed “We’re seeing strong interest from young couples growing families and even some middle-aged downsizers who are after something unique and high-end,” Mr Kontossis said “This is not your standard home for the area — it’s been finished to an incredibly high standard with details you just don’t typically see.” Inside Reservoir’s home with soaring ceilings and Bali vibes the home opens to a grand foyer with polished concrete floors and a sculptural floating staircase — a centrepiece feature under a dramatic pendant light Polished concrete and soaring ceilings steal the show The gourmet kitchen includes Corian benchtops an integrated Fisher & Paykel fridge and freezer The open-plan meals and living area flows seamlessly to an enclosed alfresco zone with motorised blinds and a built-in barbecue set in Brazilian granite But it’s vibrant handpainted mural inspired by the owner’s travels in Southeast Asia that gives the back yard a striking point of difference Southeast Asian mural gives this home’s backyard a twist Resort luxury lands in the heart of Reservoir “There’s a real sense of creativity and personality here,” Mr Kontossis said “The vendor lives overseas and has poured a lot of care and thought into the design.” Reservoir masterpiece blends art and luxury the main suite features a walk-in robe and hotel-style ensuite while a second bathroom includes a freestanding spa-style bath a state-of-the-art security system and a secure lockup garage Floating staircase and mural set this home apart in Reservoir Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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The City of Ballarat has advertised a design tender for the reconstruction of the Gong Reservoir Dam Wall at Buninyong.  The reconstruction project will improve the dam’s wall structural integrity to preserve the historic water facility while mitigating the risk of flooding to the community.  The Gong Dam Wall was not constructed to required standards and the leaking wall was identified as a public safety risk in 2019 Wall failure could mean flooding downstream An independent risk assessment recommended the City of Ballarat ‘take measures to reduce the overall risk’.  In 2023, Ballarat City Council voted to adopt the Buninyong Botanic Gardens Landscape Masterplan which included the design and reconstruction of the Gong Reservoir wall.  Cr Ben Taylor said the reconstruction project is an essential investment in Buninyong’s future.  “The Gong is an iconic part of Buninyong’s landscape and this project will ensure it continues to be a safe and valued asset for generations to come,” he said.  “The works will respect the site’s history while meeting modern safety and environmental standards.  “We will continue to work with nearby residents and community members as the project progresses.”  The works also enable the controlled discharge of the seepage water into the garden ponds A landscaping design response to the works includes re-use and redevelopment of the stone retaining wall at the base of the wall on the gardens’ side It also includes a boardwalk for access to the Gong Reservoir and new paths and crossing points for pedestrians.  The Buninyong Botanic Gardens Landscape Masterplan was informed through extensive community consultation and stakeholder engagement in 2021 and early 2022 including both a pre-engagement and a draft engagement landscape masterplan phase.  a separate tender for the reconstruction of the wall works will be advertised.  5320 5500 Services and Requests info@ballarat.vic.gov.au City of Ballarat © | Privacy Statement | Website Terms and Conditions The City of Ballarat acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People and recognises their continuing connection to the land and waterways prese​nt and emerging and extend this to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Melbourne Water is committed to preserving and protecting our water catchments and the local environment in your area We are removing the infestation of giant pine scale from Cardinia Reservoir and replanting the affected areas with native trees and plants These works will protect the local environment from further damage from giant pine scale and ensure the long-term biodiversity of the area Giant pine scale is a tiny scale pest insect that feeds on the sap of pine fir and spruce trees and spreads by crawling to nearby host trees Trees infested with giant pine scale display a white wax secretion resembling cotton wool on the trunks and branches Infested trees will typically dry up and die as a result of the insects feeding on the tree’s sap Giant pine scale is notoriously very difficult to manage – the insects have no known predators in Australia and there are no effective chemical treatment options available Giant pine scale was confirmed in Melbourne for the first time in 2014 and first detected in Cardinia Reservoir in 2017 in approximately 20 trees Our efforts to contain this spread have had limited impact with the estimated number of infested trees now at several thousand We anticipate all of these infested trees would die in the next 5 to 10 years There are 44,000 pine trees growing in the Cardinia Reservoir catchment Removing the trees infested with giant pine scale and those at risk is necessary to prevent the broader risk of infestation across the region Dying trees are a safety hazard as they increase the available fuel in the event of a bushfire as well as having the potential to fall on land managers working in the catchment Melbourne Water has worked closely with experts including the Department of Environment Energy and Climate Action (DEECA) to build a Biosecurity Plan for safe treatment and removal of the pine trees. The highest standard of equipment hygiene is being used to avoid spreading giant pine scale further within the catchment or surrounding area To ensure the long-term biodiversity of Cardinia Reservoir the affected areas are being revegetated and replanted with more than 33,000 native trees and plants There is unlikely to be any direct local impact to people outside the closed catchment during these works There may be some increased vehicle movement around the catchment and possible noise from vehicles and machinery operating on site Visitors to the area may see some areas in the closed catchment where the works are occurring These areas where the pines are being removed will look bare for a while until the native replanted trees can develop By managing this infestation of giant pine scale we continue to protect our important catchment forests and supply the community with a safe and reliable water supply Works commenced to remove the infestation of giant pine scale Revegetation and replanting of the affected areas commenced with more than 33,000 native trees and plants Works commenced in the southern area of the catchment to remove giant pine scale and pine trees at risk to prevent further spread across the catchment and region Agriculture Victoria website - Giant pine scale | Priority pest insects and mites | Pest insects and mites | Biosecurity | Agriculture Victoria Watch the video - Giant pine scale management in Victoria (youtube.com) Melbourne Water via 131 722 or [email protected] We use reCAPTCHA to protect our website from spam, for more information about the data we collect see our privacy website statement Melbourne Water respectfully acknowledges the Bunurong Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land and water on which we rely and operate We pay our deepest respects to their Elders past Emergency water supply for livestock is now available from Bundaleer Reservoir in the state's mid-north to assist drought-affected primary producers a new bulk water collection point will be open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2pm to 4pm at Bundaleer Reservoir which can be accessed via Wheat Sarah Road The water collection point is intended to provide emergency supply for primary production only Water provided directly from Bundaleer Reservoir is not suitable for drinking as it has not been disinfected or treated before collection SA Water will be monitoring the uptake of water and The Bundaleer Reservoir collection point will remain open until there is sufficient rainfall reservoir water is exhausted or there is insufficient demand for emergency water This initiative has been made possible through $500,000 allocated to make bulk water available to assist primary producers as part of the State Government's $55 million drought assistance package The cost of water collected from Bundaleer Reservoir is $2.11 per kilolitre All other costs associated with establishing and maintaining this collection point are funded through the State Government's drought assistance package Our Government has acted on direct feedback from primary producers and have opened the Bundaleer Reservoir for bulk water supply to assist farmers to retain their core breeding stock. This is just one of the many measures the State Government has introduced to support primary producers and regional communities across South Australia as we navigate these challenging times. This is practical action that will deliver immediate assistance to where it's needed. Council is advocating for a $6.6m water reservoir expansion which will increase Port Douglas’ water storage capacity. The Crees Road reservoir expansion would increase the site’s capacity from 20 to 30 million litres. Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the upgrade is part of Council’s overall plan to improve the region’s water security. “This essential project will improve our resilience during natural disasters and enable opportunities for both residential and no-residential development,” Mayor Scomazzon said. “The project will also create additional jobs during construction.” Council is continuing its advocacy for the water security upgrade, and the Disaster Coordination, Community Recovery and Resilience Centre, negotiating with local members and other candidates in the lead-up to the federal election. © 2025 Douglas Shire Council. All Rights Reserved CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Adelaide has endured its driest summer on record prompting concerns over water security as reservoirs drop and regional communities face serious shortages Adelaide has just sweated through its driest summer on record South Australians have taken to their local community Facebook groups to share sad photos of dry paddocks Here’s the original post we saw on South Aussie with Cosi’s page It shows photos of how dry the Myponga Reservoir is looking After seeing these photos we thought it was worth contacting authorities to get their response and find out the real situation A spokesperson for SA Water refuted the images and has told Glam Adelaide that right now Myponga is sitting at just 53 per cent capacity compared to 67 per cent at the same time last year It’s still a sharp drop and when locals see reservoir levels they have been sharing their concerns about what will happen if we don’t get rain soon For people living in regional parts of South Australia some households and farms have had to fork out for water cartage just to get through the summer The South Australian government has announced a new $55 million aid package to help farmers and communities struggling due to ongoing drought conditions This has all sparked a familiar question across the state: if things are this dry why haven’t we been put on water restrictions we are known as the driest capital city in the driest state on the driest inhabited continent on Earth It is one of those slightly absurd facts we throw around at BBQs it is less of a punchline and more of a warning sign SA Water says the system is holding steady thanks to a carefully managed water supply strategy that leans on multiple sources our proactive management of the state’s water sources ensures we have sufficient supply to meet the needs of our customers and there is currently no need for water restrictions in Adelaide.” “Our water security is underpinned by the diversity and flexibility of Adelaide’s water sources including our reservoirs across the Mount Lofty Ranges the River Murray and the climate-independent Adelaide Desalination Plant.” While the state’s rainfall and reservoir inflows have been “extremely low during the past year,” the Murray-Darling Basin still holds a “secure amount of water availability,” which has allowed key pipelines like the Mannum to Adelaide and Murray Bridge to Onkaparinga routes to keep water flowing into our system And then there is the Adelaide Desalination Plant which has stepped up production to help offset the drop in reservoir levels the ADP has been operating above its minimum production rate operated up to its full capacity of 300 million litres of drinking water per day to ensure a secure supply for Adelaide during the warmer months,” the spokesperson said “This was a necessary step to support an increase in customer demand across the peak summer period and help balance our water resources and storages as a result of extremely low inflows to our reservoirs.” The severity of the situation has also prompted the State Government to introduce emergency measures for off-grid households facing extreme shortages SA Water established multiple emergency water collection points in the Adelaide Hills—at Ridge Road in Woodside and Peggy Buxton Road in Brukunga and in Aldinga on the Fleurieu Peninsula aimed to further ease the strain on those hardest hit by the dry spell environmental advocates are highlighting the River Murray’s crucial role in keeping South Australia’s water supply stable With Adelaide’s overall reservoir levels now sitting at just 38 per cent more water than usual is being drawn directly from the river to meet demand Chief Executive of the Conservation Council of SA “Water from the River Murray has always been a major water source for SA – from Ceduna to Marion Bay to Keith With drought devastating many parts of the state that reliance on the Murray is only growing.” With the current Murray-Darling Basin Plan set to expire in 2027 discussions are underway to determine the next chapter in the management of this vital resource Bevan says the river’s health is key to long-term resilience and prosperity for South Australians “The Murray is absolutely fundamental to our state’s wellbeing and future water security,” she said It is reassuring to know the city’s water supply is secure for now but it is not exactly a green light to get complacent SA Water is encouraging South Australians to be mindful particularly in the garden where most household water use tends to occur “The warmer months also provide an opportunity to share a timely reminder with our customers about how they can use water more efficiently,” the SA Water spokesperson added can have a real impact on overall usage and make a valuable contribution to preserving our water 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Wrong Turn At Lungfish is of exceptional quality and an unmitigated stand out South Australia will see mixed weather conditions One of Melbourne Water's great treasures lent its name to the suburb of Reservoir and features in local history podcast Storytowns created for Metro Trains Melbourne.  “Preston Reservoir was built to connect with the much larger Yan Yean Reservoir upstream and solve a tricky problem,” said Paul Balassone Aboriginal Engagement & Community Connection at Melbourne Water.  Yan Yean Reservoir sits at around 300 meters above Melbourne which provides hydraulic pressure to easily pump the water “The difference in elevation is roughly the height of the Eureka Tower and this massive pressure caused the pipes to burst,” said Paul who gave an interview to Storytowns.  The Public Works Department built Reservoir No and to harvest rainwater from the Great Dividing Range.  1 ensured a consistent supply of water to the growing city throughout the late nineteenth century two further basins made from concrete were built in 1909 and 1913 and are still operational.  rock-lined site and there was a risk of seepage,” said Paul “The newer basins are much more like our modern technology so they continue to play a part in making our city a livable place as they have done now for generations.”  Having proved that they could successfully regulate the water supply at Preston Reservoir this pioneering design was used as the model for a further 38 service reservoirs around Melbourne still in use today.  Preston Reservoir represents 170 years of technical innovation and responsible stewardship that continue to support our growing city water is essential to our way of life and Melbourne Water now supplies around 1,250 million litres of drinking water daily to over 5 million Melburnians “Legacy assets like the Preston Reservoir remind us of how long we have been working to make Melbourne a livable place and having a reliable water supply is a very big part of that," said Paul Storytowns has produced a podcast episode about each stop on the Mernda line and you can listen to Paul’s interview about the history of Reservoir here Monday | May 05 2025 | India has initiated efforts to increase reservoir holding capacity at two major hydroelectric projects in the Himalayan region of Jammu and Kashmir in what marks the first concrete step away from the Indus Waters Treaty - a decades-old water-sharing agreement with Pakistan - as per media reports The move comes after New Delhi last month suspended the 1960 pact which governs the distribution of water from six rivers of the Indus basin and ensures supply to nearly 80 per cent of Pakistan’s agricultural sector The decision followed a deadly attack in Kashmir that killed 26 people with Indian authorities blaming Pakistan-based militants for the incident Islamabad has denied any involvement and threatened international legal action warning that "any attempt to stop or divert the flow of water belonging to Pakistan will be considered as an act of war." The reservoir flushing work began on Thursday at the Salal and Baglihar projects - built in 1987 and 2008-09 carried out by state-run NHPC and local authorities is taking place without prior notice to Pakistan which had been a key condition under the Indus Waters Treaty Though the immediate impact on Pakistan’s water supply is minimal experts warn that future replication across other hydroelectric projects - more than half a dozen exist in the region—could have serious downstream consequences for irrigation and power generation in Pakistan Subscribe to our newsletter to get updates on our latest news Find sanctuary city resources from the City of Portland's Immigrant & Refugee Program including free legal services and state resources for reporting hate crimes The Portland Water Bureau recently replaced reservoirs built in 1894 with a new 12.4-million-gallon seismically reinforced underground reservoir the underground reservoir has been supplying water to Portland’s west side and serving more than 360,000 people including all downtown businesses and residents The new reservoir was engineered to withstand future seismic activity and movement from an ancient landslide on site.  Sign up for the project email newsletter To comply with federal and state mandates and ensure a healthy the Portland Water Bureau and Oregon general contractor Hoffman Construction Company began an eight-year capital improvement project to update the Washington Park reservoir site at 2403 SW Jefferson Street Washington Park's previously open Reservoirs 3 (upper) and 4 (lower) occupied the site The reservoirs were part of an ingenious gravity‐fed drinking water system constructed more than 120 years ago in the 1890's The system was active for more than a hundred years before the current construction project began The Water Bureau is currently developing the former reservoir at the lower end of the site—Reservoir 4—into a lowland wildlife habitat area Construction to build a reflecting pool on top of the new underground reservoir which was built within the footprint of Reservoir 3 is happening now and expected to be completed in 2025.   The project is part of the Water Bureau's Capital Improvement Program and is funded by revenue bond proceeds paid back with the utility ratepayers' fund Washington Park Reservoir construction updates Look at what's happening today via our live project webcam Project e-newsletter archive Hear a neighbor's perspective on the project from Kathy Goeddel and Brooks Haxton Construction began in June 2016 and will continue through 2025 A pause in major construction began in 2021 to allow the soil and rocks placed atop the new underground reservoir to settle we continued work on some smaller projects on the site Construction resumed in the summer of 2023.  Washington Park Reservoir construction updates and lowland wildlife area is expected to be completed up in 2025. Throughout this final phase of construction we'll also be restoring historical structures The soil settled enough to begin the construction of reflecting pools and other features and wildlife habitat area where Reservoir 4 used to be began in 2023 along with work to build the Grand Staircase near former Reservoir 3 and we kept track of how the soil was settling.   Soil will be placed over the reservoir and around the site in preparation for future construction of reflecting pools Crews began the process of connecting the reservoir to the rest of the water system The Portland Water Bureau has worked for the past several decades to increase the number of our water supply facilities that can withstand earthquakes Even though the new reservoir will keep the historic look and feel of the original reservoir it is being engineered with modern technology and building standards to withstand seismic activity The Washington Park site is on an ancient landslide that extends from the Rose Garden down the hill to the area where the reservoir sits The Water Bureau has used innovative construction methods to address landslide and earthquake risks including: the Water Bureau replaced some sensors in the park to help us measure ground movement of the slow-moving landslide between the Portland Japanese Gardens and Washington Park Reservoir We installed some of these a few years back and are replacing them as part of ongoing maintenance This work ensures that we can gather accurate information about soil movement near the reservoir as part of our seismic planning efforts In addition to building new walkways and a reflecting pool this park will transform into a vibrant public space we all can enjoy Washington Park Reservoirs 3 and 4 were constructed between 1893 and 1894 concurrently with the distribution system from the Bull Run watershed. In 1894 and forklifts were practically nonexistent Materials were delivered by wagon and pulled by horses or mules Workers moved supplies and materials around the site using wheelbarrows and sheer strength See something we 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Request an ADA accommodation or call 503-823-4000, Relay Service: 711 503-823-4000  Traducción e Interpretación | Biên Dịch và Thông Dịch | 口笔译服务 | Устный и письменный перевод | Turjumaad iyo Fasiraad | Письмовий і усний переклад | Traducere și interpretariat | Chiaku me Awewen Kapas | अनुवादन तथा व्याख्या European migrants fled the inner city for the big blocks of Reservoir “Rezza” is considered cool – just make sure you say it right By Tom Cowie The houses (and satellite dishes) of Merrilands Estate in Reservoir.Credit: Justin McManus Not that many suburbs have a distinct architectural style But if you drive down Massey Avenue in Reservoir you know you couldn’t be anywhere else in Melbourne all with the same features: bricks in various shades of orange and brown Dressmaker Connie Cantone-Matarazzo lives on Massey Avenue in Reservoir.Credit: Justin McManus there’s almost definitely a veggie garden with a lemon tree there might be a large satellite dish capable of picking up channels from Rai Italia (or the moon) The garage likely has a second kitchen to keep the home smelling and looking clean “People in Reservoir really take pride in their house,” says local Daniel Mancuso who documents Reservoir life through his Yiayia Next Door Instagram page (yiayia is grandmother in Greek) “I think it’s just the way they were brought up Melbourne’s northern suburbs have experienced waves of gentrification recently – real estate agents have gone from marketing Thornbury as the new Northcote And Reservoir – at 18.86 square kilometres one of the biggest suburbs in Melbourne – is certainly not immune to this sweep of change as people are pushed further north into its wide expanses by rising property prices There’s even a suggestion that Reservoir is cool now (or at least some pockets) hipster cafes and fancy restaurants that bring that reputation Connie Cantone-Matarazzo’s house is classic Reservoir.Credit: Justin McManus Thousands of properties in Reservoir’s north-west have restrictions on redevelopment a planning wrinkle dating back to its original subdivision as the “Merrilands Estate” in 1919 two entrepreneurs named Thomas Michael Burke and PatrickDeane purchased 1119 acres (450 hectares) of land Included on the title was a covenant that prevented owners from building more than a single dwelling on each property to protect the amenity and character of the neighbourhood A 1920s map of the Merrilands Estate subdivision in Reservoir Owners who want to subdivide have since fought this “single dwelling” restriction sometimes all the way to the Supreme Court A single objection from a neighbour is usually enough to stop a planning application at council level “It is the largest network of covenants in Victoria,” says barrister Matthew Townsend Massey Avenue in Reservoir.Credit: Justin McManus This lack of development has left it as an area preserved in amber-coloured brick – and seemingly at odds with the housing crisis that has dominated political attention recently Premier Jacinta Allan says she wants to make Victoria the “townhouse capital” of Australia Most of the houses date back to the post-war era when Italian and Greek migrants fled the cramped terrace houses of the inner-city searching for bigger blocks up north 22.7 per cent of the people in the Preston council area (now City of Darebin) the demographic has aged – the mammas became nonnas – as the kids moved out to other parts of Melbourne grew up in Reservoir after her Italian immigrant parents moved the family of four daughters out of a small single-fronted house in North Melbourne before moving back to a double-storey brick house on Massey Avenue about 15 years ago has just finished putting in the tomatoes – as most green thumbs know Melbourne Cup Day is the cut-off point for planting “I remember one of my ex-bosses called it a very ‘wog’ street,” she says “But I like it because it’s full of Italians and Greeks it’s probably best we address a significant point: how to pronounce “Reservoir” Robert Hoddle (of the eponymous grid) first surveyed the area in 1837 but the suburb later got its name from the dams that were built in 1864 on the pipeline from the Yan Yean reservoir to Melbourne The reservoirs from which the suburb gets its name (just make sure you say it right).Credit: Justin McManus Water was equally important to the Woi-wurrung-speaking Wurundjeri tribe of the East Kulin Nation who inhabited the grasslands for thousands of years before white settlement because of its proximity to the Merri and Darebin creeks People who have never been here before would almost certainly say its name like this: reser-vwah they would be wrong and have an imaginary signpost on their heads that they are interlopers The correct way to say it is phonetically: reser-vore Much less fancy but a nod to the area’s blue-collar roots when the sweat of its brow fed the factories of Melbourne’s industrial and manufacturing heartland Reservoir has been among the poorer parts of Melbourne – although that is changing slowly the household weekly income was $737 (32.9 per cent lower than the national average); in 2022 “It’s traditional working-class pronunciation,” says Melbourne University linguist Professor John Hajek a fourth generation northern suburbs resident saying Reservoir incorrectly the first time “He now closely guards the exact same thing,” she says It definitely tells you who’s been here and who had connections before they got here.” One of the biggest recent changes to Reservoir has come from removal of the train level crossing by the Labor government in 2019 Reservoir was essentially cut in half by the Mernda railway line (formerly the Lalor The Reservoir boom gates before they were taken away.Credit: Simon O’Dwyer For a suburb that is four kilometres long from north to south there was only one passage across: through a set of boom gates at a complicated intersection that brought together Cheddar Road To be stuck at that spaghetti junction when a train was going through could mean an interminably long wait “You could literally be there for 20 minutes like 35 minutes during peak hour,” says Singleton Norton Reservoir by Texta Queen.Credit: Justin McManus That separation created a rivalry between those who lived on different sides of the train tracks But this disconnect still persists even after the level crossing was removed Reservoir has two neighbouring shopping strips on Broadway and Edwardes Street to cater for residents living in the east and west Locals reckon they have different vibes and usually prefer one over the other (although there are some commonalities: the Edwardes Street side has a shop called “Mostly $2” on Broadway there is the “$2 Broadway Variety Store”.) The streets were forever split by the Reservoir railway station and traders hoped that the level crossing removal would link them together by fully elevating the track and station the untangling of the junction never happened – the $232 million budget did not include road upgrades “Having the street connected all as one would have been a lot better,” says Annita Consiglio from Il Pasticcino a well-known pastry shop serving ricotta cannoli and other treats on Edwardes Street since 1988 I know the traffic’s probably a lot better but I think it’s still the same for us.” Another item on the infrastructure wishlist is the extension of the route 11 tram on Gilbert Road through to central Reservoir Then-Labor leader Bill Shorten promised $40 million in 2018 but it would not have covered the entire route favoured by the council (and he lost the election anyway) There is also a fierce local debate about an upgrade of the ageing Reservoir Leisure Centre While the Northcote Aquatic and Recreation Centre was just rebuilt at a cost of $63.5 million Reservoir will wait at least another 10 years Darebin councillor Gaetano Greco.Credit: Wayne Taylor a long-time independent Darebin councillor representing Reservoir says the area has been taken for granted politically He points to Labor’s battles with the Greens closer to the city in the federal seat of Cooper and the state seat of Northcote one of the safest seats in Melbourne,” he says we’ve seen more investment south of Bell Street.” But he sees change happening – the state seat of Preston is now on a 2.9 per cent margin “We shouldn’t get more because it’s marginal It should be because we’ve missed out and because we deserve it.” it must have seemed extremely unlikely that it would ever become trendy to live there particularly the nightlife hotspots of Carlton But there are signs that Melbourne’s latte line (it should probably be called the “batch brew border” these days) is creeping slowly into Reservoir Mazen Hajjar from Hawkers Beer in Reservoir.Credit: Justin McManus Bell Street in Preston was seen as the natural end point where the tide of gentrification ended But rising real estate prices have left people moving even further north recalls the pushback he experienced when setting up his brewery in a warehouse in Reservoir’s industrial area 10 years ago ‘What the f--k are you doing in Reservoir?’,” he says part owner of Cono Gelateria.Credit: Justin McManus taking its wild ales from Alphington to Reservoir Another favourite attracting people in from across town is Cono Gelataria on Gilbert Road the popular ice cream shop has started a community series which brings in residents and schools to collaborate on flavours Preston Primary School came up with raspberry Biscoff while Yiayia Next Door collaborated on a galaktoboureko flavour inspired by the Greek custard pastry Reservoir’s diversity has expanded to include people from other cultures “It’s definitely got that real community feel,” says part-owner and Reservoir local since birth Daniel Gagaro says he could never imagine opening a restaurant in Reservoir when he was growing up in nearby Preston “I just thought there’s no way I would do that,” he says “You used to have to go to Northcote for a good coffee.” on High Street is one of the standouts among a new generation of restaurants owner of La Pinta in Reservoir.Credit: Justin McManus The reception has been so positive he recently started a sister venue He says his concept is to provide quality food at an accessible price “The demographic when we opened did surprise me,” he says that had moved back to Reservoir seeking cheaper rent or more space.” there’s a belief that Reservoir mustn’t lose too much of its old-fashioned charm That includes the brown brick houses on Massey Avenue “I wouldn’t be surprised if in the future that type of architecture becomes something to protect,” says Greco “It actually signifies a certain lifestyle: family oriented Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter you know you couldn\\u2019t be anywhere else in Melbourne there\\u2019s almost definitely a veggie garden with a lemon tree \\u201CPeople in Reservoir really take pride in their house,\\u201D says local Daniel Mancuso \\u201CI think it\\u2019s just the way they were brought up Melbourne\\u2019s northern suburbs have experienced waves of gentrification recently \\u2013 real estate agents have gone from marketing Thornbury as the new Northcote And Reservoir \\u2013 at 18.86 square kilometres one of the biggest suburbs in Melbourne \\u2013 is certainly not immune to this sweep of change There\\u2019s even a suggestion that Reservoir is cool now (or at least some pockets) what some locals might call \\u201Cdeep Rezza\\u201D Thousands of properties in Reservoir\\u2019s north-west have restrictions on redevelopment a planning wrinkle dating back to its original subdivision as the \\u201CMerrilands Estate\\u201D in 1919 Owners who want to subdivide have since fought this \\u201Csingle dwelling\\u201D restriction \\u201CIt is the largest network of covenants in Victoria,\\u201D says barrister Matthew Townsend This lack of development has left it as an area preserved in amber-coloured brick \\u2013 and seemingly at odds with the housing crisis that has dominated political attention recently Premier Jacinta Allan says she wants to make Victoria the \\u201Ctownhouse capital\\u201D of Australia the demographic has aged \\u2013 the mammas became nonnas \\u2013 as the kids moved out to other parts of Melbourne has just finished putting in the tomatoes \\u2013 as most green thumbs know \\u201CI remember one of my ex-bosses called it a very \\u2018wog\\u2019 street,\\u201D she says \\u201CBut I like it because it\\u2019s full of Italians and Greeks it\\u2019s probably best we address a significant point: how to pronounce \\u201CReservoir\\u201D Much less fancy but a nod to the area\\u2019s blue-collar roots when the sweat of its brow fed the factories of Melbourne\\u2019s industrial and manufacturing heartland Reservoir has been among the poorer parts of Melbourne \\u2013 although that is changing slowly \\u201CIt\\u2019s traditional working-class pronunciation,\\u201D says Melbourne University linguist Professor John Hajek of the reason for \\u201Cvore\\u201D over \\u201Cvwah\\u201D \\u201CHe now closely guards the exact same thing,\\u201D she says \\u201CI\\u2019m in favour of polite reminder It definitely tells you who\\u2019s been here and who had connections before they got here.\\u201D \\u201CYou could literally be there for 20 minutes like 35 minutes during peak hour,\\u201D says Singleton Norton \\u201CIt was an actual barrier in the suburb.\\u201D Locals reckon they have different vibes and usually prefer one over the other (although there are some commonalities: the Edwardes Street side has a shop called \\u201CMostly $2\\u201D on Broadway there is the \\u201C$2 Broadway Variety Store\\u201D.) the untangling of the junction never happened \\u2013 the $232 million budget did not include road upgrades \\u201CHaving the street connected all as one would have been a lot better,\\u201D says Annita Consiglio from Il Pasticcino \\u201CThere hasn\\u2019t been really much change I know the traffic\\u2019s probably a lot better but I think it\\u2019s still the same for us.\\u201D He points to Labor\\u2019s battles with the Greens closer to the city in the federal seat of Cooper and the state seat of Northcote \\u201CIt\\u2019s been a strong Labor heartland one of the safest seats in Melbourne,\\u201D he says we\\u2019ve seen more investment south of Bell Street.\\u201D But he sees change happening \\u2013 the state seat of Preston is now on a 2.9 per cent margin \\u201CWe shouldn\\u2019t get more because it\\u2019s marginal It should be because we\\u2019ve missed out and because we deserve it.\\u201D But there are signs that Melbourne\\u2019s latte line (it should probably be called the \\u201Cbatch brew border\\u201D these days) is creeping slowly into Reservoir recalls the pushback he experienced when setting up his brewery in a warehouse in Reservoir\\u2019s industrial area 10 years ago \\u2018What the f--k are you doing in Reservoir?\\u2019,\\u201D he says \\u201CNow we\\u2019re in the cool neighbourhood.\\u201D Reservoir\\u2019s diversity has expanded to include people from other cultures \\u201CIt\\u2019s definitely got that real community feel,\\u201D says part-owner and Reservoir local since birth Daniel Gagaro \\u201CEvery time I drive through Reservoir and why the area is so special to me.\\u201D \\u201CI just thought there\\u2019s no way I would do that,\\u201D he says \\u201CYou used to have to go to Northcote for a good coffee.\\u201D Racina\\u2019s Spanish-style eatery and bar \\u201CThe demographic when we opened did surprise me,\\u201D he says \\u201CThe number of people of my generation that had moved back to Reservoir seeking cheaper rent or more space.\\u201D there\\u2019s a belief that Reservoir mustn\\u2019t lose too much of its old-fashioned charm \\u201CI wouldn\\u2019t be surprised if in the future that type of architecture becomes something to protect,\\u201D says Greco \\u201CIt actually signifies a certain lifestyle: family oriented Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories The home oozes a house-proud, lived-in feeling, the garden is well-established, and owners Jess Barry and Nathan Burgess already feel like long-time residents, always ready for a yarn with neighbours. Building a home from scratch wasn’t their original plan. The couple had been renting for over a decade and were in pursuit of home ownership. The plan was to buy an existing home within their budget, which meant looking further afield from where they’d been renting.  But a year-and-a-half into their search and with house prices soaring, the couple decided to change tack when they came across a subdivided vacant block of land – 10 minutes from their Preston rental.  The couple were able to utilise government grants and concessions implemented during the COVID pandemic to help boost their deposit, including the short-lived HomeBuilder Grant (up to $25,000), the First Home Owner Grant (up to $10,000) and a Low Deposit Scheme offered at the time.  “We pretty much went from thinking ‘we will never be able to own a house because we’ve rented for so long and don’t have much savings’, to ‘we can actually do this!’” recalls Barry.  Working as an architectural draftsperson for a residential builder, Burgess put his skills to the test by designing his future home to fit the battle-axe block while his employer would manage the eventual build. How this couple managed to buy, move and renovate with a baby on the way Pink kitchen, purple and orange bedrooms: Inside this must-see 'magic' home Buyer diary: How this family made the move from Sydney to Stanley Designing the property’s footprint had its challenges, but it was also an opportunity for Burgess to get creative, eventually positioning the entire home around an all-encompassing “front-yard-backyard-courtyard garden”.  A non-negotiable was a focus on sustainability, building an all-electric powered house with solar panels and a water tank.  It would be two years from purchasing the block to commencing the build in what Barry describes as some “hairy roller-coaster moments” – a combined result of lockdown closures, delayed council permits, and accessing and installing services.  Finally, when the slab was poured in August 2022, it felt like a victory worthy of celebration. From here on, the couple says the building process was relatively smooth.  They instigated the “Thursday Push” towards the end of the build, in which they’d call the site supervisor (who was managing another 19 sites) to remind him of any loose ends that needed addressing.  The result? An L-shaped floor plan – including three bedrooms – with an open living-dining area and every room open to the outside, reminiscent of the coastal homes Barry and Burgess grew up in Perth and Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. “I oriented the house to get as much natural light, and also good shade from the elements, and always try to use what’s around us to create a beautiful space,” says Burgess.  Moving into their home in October 2023, the pair tackled the garden next. To keep within budget, they did most of the gardening, paving, and labour themselves, but they used a professional landscaper to level the garden and bring in soil.  The now well-established garden was mostly grown from seed and includes trees lugged from rental to rental for over a decade – finally out of their pots – and planted straight in the ground.  Many of their garden materials are also the result of “training the algorithm” on local marketplaces. They were able to find for free, or source cheaply, raised garden beds, outdoor furniture and bricks.  After living here for just over a year, the couple love their secret garden oasis hidden in the suburbs, and while they have no plans to move for a long time – the lure of a future build lingers somewhere in the distance. “I draw houses everyday, what’s one more?!” Burgess says with a laugh.  The Water Bureau has replaced its original 1894 reservoirs with a new 12.4-million-gallon This reservoir supplies water to Portland's west side and serves more than 360,000 people Currently we are working to install the reflecting pool and interpretive elements restore historic structures and open the area to the public for the first time in decades A public space now sits on top of this reservoir Crews have been working hard to keep the charming historic details of the original construction while bringing the space up to modern standards some construction activities taking place will require early morning construction View a 360-degree panorama taken from the Reservoir 3 dam but construction at the Washington Park Reservoir is not yet complete Please follow all signs and crew instructions If you see concerning behavior in the park please report it to 311 or call 911.  Plan your visit at ExploreWashingtonPark.org. Pay to park using the Parking Kitty app or at pay stations.  The Washington Park Free Shuttle runs a loop inside the park daily and stops at the Washington Park MAX Station. Use the real-time shuttle tracker to check its location and schedule Visitors are encouraged to take MAX, TriMet bus service, or rideshare service to Washington Park. Make your transit plans here, refer to trimet.org for route and schedule changes.  Hidden beneath the waters of the Myponga Reservoir along the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia it was flooded in the 1960s to make way for the reservoir traces of its past continue to spark the interest of historians and the imaginations of locals the top of a church steeple or the cross on top of its tower could sometimes appear above the surface It’s left many wondering what other secrets lie hidden beneath the reservoir’s depths The mystery of Lovely Valley saw the District Council of Yankalilla and SA Water team up to investigate the area’s past Their research revealed that before the reservoir was built Lovely Valley was settled by Europeans in the mid-1800s The name “Lovely Valley” dates back to 1838 the state’s need for more water led to the creation of the Myponga Reservoir and Lovely Valley was chosen to be flooded One of the homes lost belonged to the Eatts family who had settled in the area in 1846 (if you go searching in Myponga you’ll find a street named after them) Local stories tell of a church steeple and the top of a church cross that once stood above the water people could sometimes see the outlines of old roads and buildings beneath the surface offering a glimpse of the town that had once been there one of the best places to view the remains of this lost town is the Homestead Ruin Lookout visitors can see what is believed to be a farmhouse once owned by the Eatts family Nearby ruins may also be linked to homes built for workers during the reservoir’s construction Though the town is now hidden beneath the water Visitors to the Myponga Reservoir can hike the trails and investigate themselves about the once-lively town of Lovely Valley For more information on the Myponga Reservoir, visit reservoirs.sa.gov.au. The request URL is over the maximum size allowed Press Release – Takapuna Golf Course Hundreds of Takapuna residents are preparing to challenge Auckland Council’s plan to turn one of the city’s busiest golf courses into a stormwater reservoir environmental concerns and the loss of irreplaceable green space which includes Takapuna and Hillcrest locals and technical experts from across the North Shore has announced a public meeting this month in a bid to halt the proposed redevelopment of the Takapuna Golf Course into what they describe as “a fenced-off concrete basin disguised as a wetland.” Local residents group spokesperson Emma Hulse says the proposed removal of the century-old golf course caught many locals by surprise “Most of us only found out about this through a newspaper article; there was no formal notice or meaningful engagement from the council When we attended the initial community meeting just vague promises and a concept sketch of troughs filled with water Residents walked away confused and very concerned.” who formed a local community group in response says many families are alarmed not only by the scale of the proposed works but also by the rapid timeline with excavation suggested to begin as early as October this year “There’s a real sense that this is being pushed through without transparency Residents were told this wouldn’t happen until 2027 but the Council’s own documents obtained through an Official Information Request mention digging starting later this year The Takapuna Golf Course and driving range is NZ’s most visited public course drawing over 220,000 visits annually and serving as a key entry-level facility for golfers of all ages and backgrounds Locals say the space is also used daily for walking particularly as urban intensification in the area reduces access to open space “We’re not opposed to better flood protection proven alternatives that don’t destroy one of the last major green spaces in our area.” The community group has aligned itself with the golf course’s operators who have presented an alternative design integrating stormwater detention within the current fairways preserving both the flood protection function and the recreational use Hulse says the alternative model created by an international golf course architect offers a commercially viable lease arrangement that would save the council millions in maintenance costs the Council’s plan would see the proposed wetlands left without ongoing upkeep and we have asked who will manage this waterlogged site?” Residents also raised concerns about public safety and water quality issues if wetlands are left unmanaged including mosquitoes “The public meeting will be held at Takapuna Golf Course on May 7 Researchers and social practitioners working with people from refugee and migrant backgrounds in Aotearoa say Tino Rangatiratanga (Self Determination) should […] A researcher investigating the experiences and perceptions of New Zealand born Pacific youth says it’s important for adults to support […] Subscribe to free Weekly Community Scoop updates Subscribe for Daily Community Scoop news updates delivered to your inbox: News | May 4 The Summit County Coroner’s Office has positively identified the body found in Dillon Reservoir near the Frisco disc golf course on Wednesday The Moorhead Police Department of Moorhead, Minnesota, has confirmed that a missing person’s case is now closed following the identification of the body found in Dillon Reservoir. The Moorhead police department issued a missing persons alert on Jan. 7, 2025, noting he was last seen or heard from on Nov Moorhead police believed he was in the areas of Las Vegas Coroner Amber Flenniken said the determination of his cause and manner of death is pending an autopsy which typically takes around six to eight weeks to receive results Flenniken arrived on scene around 6:30 p.m Wednesday and confirmed Schmidt was found fully clothed.  Summit County Sheriff Jaime FitzSimons said people using the disc golf course which is near the Frisco Peninsula Recreation Area and Frisco Nordic Center notified authorities about the body on Wednesday Mike Schilling said Schmidt was found in the water near the shoreline A man is in custody following a multiday manhunt in the area of Bill’s Ranch near Frisco.  Law enforcement officers responded around 3:30 p.m to a report of a masked person acting suspiciously in the Moonstone Road area east of Breckenridge according to a Summit County Sheriff’s Office news release Officials say the suspect was seen diving a car without a plate while leaving a home that was believed to be unoccupied.  A deputy initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle on Colorado Highway 9 near Coyne Valley Road but the driver refused to stop and continued northbound The vehicle was then reportedly located abandoned and still running in the area of Bill’s Ranch near Frisco Officers say the driver was suspected of fleeing into a nearby neighborhood Officers confirmed the vehicle was stolen from an area on the Front Range Jared Polis on Monday signed into law a $43.9 billion spending plan that caps months of deliberation by lawmakers over how to close a major budget shortfall.  The sprawling package includes $1.2 billion in cuts and shifts in fund accounts in order to balance the state’s 2025-26 budget which lawmakers said had largely been stressed by higher-than-anticipated Medicaid costs.  To stave off deep cuts to health care and public education the state’s Joint Budget Committee — a bipartisan six-member group of lawmakers — opted to significantly reduce transportation funding They also slashed funds for local governments and a slew of social programs Breckenridge Tourism Office president Lucy Kacy’s recent travel outlook presentations have all opened with the same graphic — a cartoon of a little girl dragging a red deflating balloon labeled “confidence,” a reference to consumer confidence.  Amid President Trump’s erratic imposition of tariffs, she said a decline in consumer confidence has been one of the only stable indicators the industry can use to determine what upcoming travel seasons look like.  Data from The Conference Board the organization that determines the Consumer Confidence Index that Kay verified the morning of May 1 demonstrated consumer confidence is down to pandemic-era levels the outlook for the next six months estimates consumer confidence will be down to 2011 levels Around 7.5 acres of land neighboring the Outlets at Silverthorne’s Green Village received initial approval for rezoning as a developer group considers making significant changes to the area years after purchasing the site one vacant and the other housing Chipotle and The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory have been eyed by the town for the last few years because officials felt the area was under utilized.  Summit Daily is embarking on a multiyear project to digitize its archives going back to 1989 and make them available to the public in partnership with the Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection The full project is expected to cost about $165,000 All donations made in 2023 will go directly toward this project The latest California water data showed the state's largest reservoirs are nearly 20% higher than normal The San Pablo Reservoir in the East Bay is nearly full and will likely reach capacity as it collects more water from the melting Sierra snowpack Watch NBC Bay Area News free wherever you are The reservoir is one of four East Bay MUD-managed water supplies "We expect to be in pretty good shape going into the Summer and comfortably above drought levels," said Christopher Tritto / East Bay MUD Public Information Representative According to the Northern California Water Association the state's largest reservoir at Mount Shasta is at capacity for the third year in a row Water from the reservoir contributes to the Sacramento River Delta and Bay Area groundwater Data from East Bay MUD showed its largest water supplies at Comanche Reservoir and Padree Lake are also nearly full and will be able to supply the four smaller reservoirs through the summer We won’t have anything mandatory going into the Summer," Tritto said CEO and general manager of the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency conservation during the summer months at homes and farms has helped water agencies maintain near capacity levels "We know that the next drought is just around the corner so the users of these water agencies do need to continue to conserve," Smegal said Get a weekly recap of the latest San Francisco Bay Area housing news with the Housing Deconstructed newsletter Bay Area users have been some of the best in conserving water over the past 15 years which helps manage two dozen water agencies in the San Francisco area "Maybe a 20-percent drop in annual water demands over that period of time so that is significant as far as saving storage for the next year," Smegal said BAWSCA's 2.7 million-plus water users get most of their water from Hetch Hetchy Reservoir which is also near capacity and likely will reach capacity with winter snow runoff Smegal said he expects users will continue their saving ways during heavy winter years because they know there will be lean years ahead Both BAWSCA and East Bay MUD said they're continually educating users about water conservation "Water conservation is something we are trying to stress every year It’s just part of living in California," Tritto said The dates 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People who frequent the reservoirs hope the city will change course Ahead of next week's series of public hearings on the city's draft budget proposal some people are taking issue with the plan to slash the hours of operation at the Lake Murray Reservoir and Miramar Reservoir Under the city's current draft budget proposal the reservoirs would be closed Monday through Friday Rachel Drabecki and her daughter were enjoying the wildlife by the water This was Drabecki and her daughter's first time at Lake Murray and they had already made plans to come back soon Get top local San Diego stories delivered to you every morning with our News Headlines newsletter "We'd just have to find something else to do the city said the Public Utilities Department's (PUD) recreation program has a budget of $3,110,927 funded through the general fund Mayor Todd Gloria's proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 includes a 20% cut Miramar and Murray reservoirs are open 7 days a week This provides a $414,176 savings," said Jennifer McBride a supervising public information officer with the city There would also be several other cuts to services and hours of operation at other reservoirs and locations across San Diego including the San Vicente and El Capitan reservoirs the city said parking lots will not be accessible to the public and restrooms at the recreation stations would be locked portapotties would stay unlocked on closed days to protect the reservoirs' water quality locking it down I mean everybody comes out here and walks you know Lopez said he comes to Lake Murray several times during the week after he gets off work The city council will hold a series of hearings from May 5-9 where the public will get to weigh in on the budget draft proposal Discover a new standard of living at 41 Home Street Reservoir—a collection of meticulously designed architectural residences that celebrate elegance This limited release of town residences offers spacious floorplans and seamless connections to the vibrant community of Reservoir is designed to maximise natural light and create a harmonious living environment The interiors feature open-plan layouts that effortlessly connect the living High-quality finishes are evident throughout These residences are as functional as they are beautiful with large private courtyards that provide additional outdoor living areas—perfect for entertaining or quiet relaxation Attention to detail and craftsmanship define every element of these homes Elegant curved walls and an inviting palette of high-end materials contribute to a refined aesthetic that feels both modern and timeless each home achieves a 6-Star NatHERS energy rating ensuring environmentally friendly living without compromising on comfort Residents will also benefit from lush landscaping that enhances privacy while promoting a sense of openness and greenery The homes are designed with sustainability and liveability in mind creating a serene and welcoming atmosphere 41 Home Street offers a prime location in the Oak Hill Estate Reservoir Residents are close to Summerhill Shopping Centre for everyday conveniences and Northland Shopping Centre for extensive shopping options.Those who enjoy the hustle and bustle are a short trip from the Preston Market Green spaces like D T Barling Reserve and Edwardes Lake Park cater to outdoor enthusiasts while the Reservoir Leisure Centre and local sports clubs support an active lifestyle With the 86 tram line a short walk and four train stations the upcoming Suburban Rail Loop commuting to Melbourne’s CBD is effortless and quality healthcare facilities like the Austin Hospital The development is proudly brought to life by Pembrook Homes a respected name in Melbourne’s construction industry Known for their commitment to quality and innovation Pembrook Homes has delivered over 400 residences across the inner northern suburbs Their team’s dedication to excellence is evident in every aspect of this project from the architectural design to the luxurious finishes offers an exceptional opportunity to live in one of Melbourne’s most sought-after suburbs To learn more about this exciting development View the privacy policy We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home together with its partners Lagniappe Alaska LLC of Armstrong and Oil Search (Alaska) LLC of Santos Limited has completed a flow test at the Sockeye-2 exploratory well with satisfactory results located on state lands of the eastern North Slope performed in line with expectations during the 12-day production test averaging 2,700 barrels of oil per day during the final flow period The Sockeye-2 well was drilled to around 10,500 feet yielding a high-quality Paleocene-aged clastic reservoir with an average porosity of 20 percent This vertical well was completed at approximately 9,200 feet of true vertical depth (TVD) in a single 25-foot interval The flow test results show that the reservoir quality is significantly better than that of comparable topset discoveries to the west While further appraisal drilling is needed to assess the final size of the discovery the flow test highlights the remarkable productivity of this shallow-marine reservoir “We are excited about the performance from the Sockeye-2 well which could greatly benefit the state of Alaska and the U.S.” said. “This discovery significantly extends the prolific Brookian topset play first established with our Pikka discovery in 2013 We have identified analogous anomalies to investigate following on this success” “The results from the Sockeye-2 flow test are consistent with our expectations confirming our geologic and geophysical models and derisking additional prospectivity in the block We will evaluate the data from the Sockeye-2 well to determine the next steps in our Alaska program” The location of the new boat ramp at Tarago Reservoir has now been finalised with a site off North Jindivick Road chosen as the Victorian Government opens fishing access to the West Gippsland reservoir Minister for Outdoor Recreation Steve Dimopoulos today announced an area on the reservoir’s western shoreline had been chosen as the best location for the new boating facility will enable better fishing access by building a single lane boat ramp amenity block and a floating pontoon to help launch and retrieve vessels Tarago boasts an existing population of brown trout and has the potential to be a drawcard for fishing diehards from across Victoria and interstate Trout stocking occurred before the reservoir was closed to fishing in 1977 Recently $8 million has been invested in Tarago Reservoir by the Victorian Government to upgrade water treatment infrastructure to ensure recreational fishing does not impact the water quality The ramp and carpark will be located at the end of North Jindivick Road offering access to a suitable depth of water for launching boats while also minimising the excavation and tree clearing required Locations off Wagner Road at Neerim South and Tarago Reservoir Park were also considered but were deemed unsuitable The Victorian Fisheries Authority engaged maritime engineers FSC Range to lead the analysis of locations which was conducted in conjunction with project partners including Department of Environment Concept plans for the ramp are now being drawn up new waterway management rules and cultural heritage management plans to be completed before construction starts next spring The recreational fishing rules for Tarago Reservoir will also be announced ahead of its opening in late 2025 Minister for Outdoor Recreation Steve Dimopoulos said “Trout fishing at Tarago has the potential to be a major tourism drawcard for the area with those benefits flowing to local accommodation providers and lots of other small businesses in the area.” “The North Jindivick Road boat ramp is an exciting step in this journey – it will give more boaters and fishers the chance to get out into Victoria’s great outdoors and do the activities they love with friends and family.” Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing said “This project will bring exciting new fishing opportunities to West Gippsland boosting local tourism and providing a fantastic spot for anglers to enjoy the outdoors.” Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Metrics details Various fishing activities are common economic practices in large hydroelectric reservoirs the Itaipu company has monitored artisanal commercial fishing since the formation of its reservoir we used long-term monitoring data to evaluate the sustainability of this fishing activity in the Itaipu Reservoir one of the largest reservoirs in the Neotropical region Sustainability was evaluated by analyzing raw data patterns evaluating species abundance distributions and forecasting biomass under different fishing scenarios This evaluation spanned 36 years (1987–2022) and provided insights into 25 fish stocks we examined changes in stocks before and after 2000 coinciding with the construction of a fish pass and Porto Primavera Dam a large upstream hydroelectric power plant even after 40 years since the formation of the reservoir and certain stocks only being recorded after 2000 we identified 12 fish stocks as sustainable We consider fishing in the Itaipu Reservoir to be currently sustainable though concerns persist regarding the four overfished stocks and the decreasing biomass which could pose future challenges for fishing activities in the reservoir the data suggests that even 40 years after the reservoir was formed fish populations may not yet be stable in large reservoirs around 500 people rely on fishing as one of their main sources of income Considering this important social aspect and its interplay with the environment Itaipu company has been monitoring fishing activities since early 1985 the fishing monitoring in the Itaipu Reservoir provides a singular opportunity to evaluate how fisheries have changed over time and whether the activity is viable and sustainable in the Itaipu Reservoir but also with implications to other large reservoirs These models can also be used to forecast fishing sustainability under different scenarios which is useful for outlining long-term management and conservation strategies they provide a quantitative definition of stock sustainability states based on parameters SPMs are ideal for evaluating fishing sustainability with the monitoring data available from Itaipu Reservoir this evaluation could inform management and intervention strategies focused on fisheries within the reservoir and provide valuable information for similar strategies in other large reservoirs we anticipate that the fish pass will result in an increase in the biomass of specific fisheries and the appearance of fish stocks that were previously rare or absent due to limited migration between the Lower Paraná River basin (below the Itaipu Dam) and the Upper Paraná River basin (above the Itaipu Dam) we expect that water level variation caused by the upstream reservoir will result in changes in biomass trends of different fisheries due to instability of nidification habitats for different fish species or variation on food availability fishing activity was supported by the following fish stocks: armado (9 out of 13 years) the supporting stocks were: curvina (14 out of 23 years) Joint data on fish stocks for the Itaipu Reservoir over a 36-year period from 1987 to 2022 Biomass harvested (kg of each fish stock) in red fishing effort (days fished for the capture of each stock by fisherman) in blue biomass harvested/fishing effort) in green Biomass is scaled down to one tenth of its original value while fishing effort is scaled down to one fifth Bayesian posterior estimates from the surplus production model evaluating the fishing sustainability in the Itaipu Reservoir using joint data on fish stocks from 1987 to 2022 a - Ratio of biomass of joint fish stocks (B) to biomass at maximum sustainable yield (BMSY) b - Ratio of fishing pressure of joint fish stocks (F) to fishing pressure at maximum sustainable yield (FMSY) Solid lines indicate estimates and the grey area indicates 95% Bayesian credibility intervals Dashed lines represent the threshold for sustainability based on the maximum sustainable yield for the Itaipu Reservoir Fishing biomass is considered sustainable if estimates are above the dashed line while fishing pressure is considered sustainable if estimates are below the dashed line Kobe phase plot (a) and forecasting plot (b) for the surplus production model built with joint fish stock data for the Itaipu Reservoir different grey shaded areas denote the 50% 80% and 95% Bayesian credibility intervals for the terminal evaluated year (i.e. The solid line represents the trajectory of the estimates The red quadrant indicates that the stocks are overfished; the orange quadrant indicates that the stocks are suffering from overfishing; the yellow quadrant indicates that the stocks are recovering biomass; the green quadrant indicates that the stocks are completely sustainable different percentages and colors indicate fishing pressure scenarios relative to current fishing in 2030 80% indicates 20% less fishing pressure compared to current fishing Csq indicates a complete cessation of fishing activities The dashed black line represents the threshold for sustainability based on the maximum sustainable yield for the Itaipu Reservoir while the dashed red line represents half of the threshold Catch per unit of effort (CPUE; biomass harvested/fishing effort) of the 25 individual fish stocks consistently recorded in the last five years of the evaluation period and the corresponding period from 1987 to 2022 which corresponds to the construction of the fish pass and the installation of a large upstream hydroelectric power plant Panel A presents CPUE by year of seven fish stocks with high-added value for commerce Panel B presents CPUE by year of fourteen fish stocks with low-added value for commerce Panel C presents CPUE by year of four fish stocks that were only recorded after the year 2000 our findings suggest a continuous and persistent decline in fish stocks in the reservoir posing an ongoing threat to the sustainability of fishing a decline in fish biomass harvested was observed across different fish stocks including native species not adapted to lentic environments and non-native species that are theoretically well-adapted to these environments Another important aspect of our findings is that the models indicate over 80% probability that fishing activities do not cause significant harm to fish stocks suggesting that artisanal commercial fishing is a sustainable activity the 14% probability of some stocks being in an overfishing state underscores the urgency of targeted management interventions The low probability (0.1%) of stocks being overfished is encouraging but should not lead to complacency it highlights the effectiveness of current management practices as minimum net size restriction for professional fishing closed fishing season from November to March and the prohibition of capturing certain species which should be maintained and improved to ensure long-term sustainability The forecasting analyzes suggest that a 20% reduction in fishing pressure by 2030 for many fisheries could rebuild biomass align with broader sustainable fishing goals and serve as guideline for decision-making identifying stocks that can withstand further exploitation without surpassing biomass thresholds offers a balanced approach for optimizing resource use while ensuring ecological sustainability the ongoing process resulting in biomass decline might not be sufficient to sustain fishing as an economically viable activity for local communities in the long term even with controlled and modified fishing activities in the reservoir By implementing well-planned stocking programs local communities can improve their fishing activities while achieving sustainable development balancing the ecological health of fish populations with the economic needs of fishing communities and ultimately fostering sustainable fisheries management practices is crucial to support management actions that ensure the protection of fish stocks and biodiversity we conducted a comprehensive evaluation of fish stocks sustainability in the Itaipu Reservoir highlighting both successes and areas for improvement Our findings underscore the importance of adaptive evidence-based management strategies to address declining biomass trends and ensure the long-term health of fish stocks Future efforts should prioritize strengthening conservation policies and interventions and continuously monitoring fish stock dynamics to inform adaptive management strategies the long-term data from Itaipu offers a unique and valuable case study on fishing sustainability Our findings indicate that even after 40 years fish stocks continue to decline and undergo changes reflecting the reservoir’s enduring impact on biodiversity this decline may not be caused by fishing activities as our results show that fishing pressure has remained consistently below the maximum sustainable level for most fish stocks during the evaluated period This is especially significant given the reservoir’s role in providing essential ecosystem services that support the subsistence of local communities we present our findings as a critical warning for other large reservoirs that may be facing similar challenges Itaipu Dam and reservoir location between Paraguay and Brazil, Paraná state. Figure created in QGIS version 3.34.13 (https://www.qgis.org/) We began by organizing 36 years of fisheries monitoring data from 1987 to 2022 for the Itaipu Reservoir Fish stocks were defined based on reports from local fishermen who recorded the kilograms of fish caught per month for each stock These stocks were identified and named by the fishermen themselves each fish stock may consist of one or more individual species we identified inconsistencies in the names of fish stocks over time and consolidated data from fisheries with different names but targeting the same stocks We then adjusted the names and codes of the fish stocks based on the latest information provided by local fishermen according to the recent annual fishing reports from Itaipu We then identified the fish stocks that were consistently present during the last five years of the 36-year evaluation period to exclude fisheries that were not consistently currently exploited in the Itaipu Reservoir we determined that 25 fish stocks were actively exploited in the final recorded years This organization allowed us to access data on biomass harvested (kg of each fish stock) and fishing effort for each stock (days fished for the capture of each stock by fisherman) by year We then calculated a fishery-independent relative biomass index (i.e. CPUE) by dividing the biomass harvested by the fishing effort for each stock (biomass harvested/fishing effort) We then organized the data by summing the individual harvested biomass and fishing effort for each of the 36 years evaluated This approach allowed us to investigate joint fish stocks by examining patterns in the raw data and forecasting biomass under different fishing scenarios using the approaches described below we retained the data for individual fish stocks and conducted separate analyses for each one This approach allowed us to evaluate both joint and individual fish stock data comprehensively and present the results accordingly and both joint and individual CPUE for the 25 fish stocks present in the Itaipu Reservoir over the 36-year evaluation period We highlighted the year 2000 to compare patterns in the raw data before and after the operation of the fish pass and the upstream hydroelectric power plant These graphs were used to investigate changes in biomass and fishing effort over the study period helping us to evaluate general trends for both joint and individual fish stocks we established a separate class for fish stocks that were only recorded after the year 2000 This study assessed fishing sustainability by comparing the fishing data to their modelled counterparts given to the MSY (i.e. a sustainable stock is one where available stock biomass is above BMSY and fishing pressure is below FMSY An overfished stock is one where available stock biomass is below BMSY and fishing pressure is above FMSY Intermediated situations include recovering and overfishing states where former has available stock biomass below BMSY but fishing pressure below FMSY and the latter has available stock biomass above BMSY but fishing pressure above FMSY Only models selected by optimal DIC were evaluated along with comparisons of priors and posterior parameters and model evaluations are detailed for joint and individual fish stock data in the Supplementary Material 2 We employed the selected SPMs constructed using the JABBA procedure to project the sustainability of both joint and individual fish stocks into the near future These projections included the assessment of different fishing pressure scenarios ranging from a 20% reduction to a 20% increase in fishing activity Future biomass levels were modeled from 2022 to 2030 considering these changes in fishing pressure While detailed results for the joint data are presented in the manuscript we have only presented a summary of the results for individual fish stocks A more comprehensive view of the results for individual fish stocks can be found in Supplementary Material 2 The 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(2023). https://CRAN.R-project.org/package=rjags Download references The authors would like to thank Itaipu Binacional (project 4500070773/2023) for supporting and sponsoring this study The authors also appreciate the support from Western Paraná State University (UNIOESTE) and Instituto Neotropical de Pesquisas Ambientais (INEO) Grupo de Pesquisas em Recursos Pesqueiros e Limnologia (GERPEL) Laboratory of Ichthyology and Fisheries Statistics Western Paraná State University (UNIOESTE) Caroline Henn & Maurício Spagnolo Adames conceptualized and drafted the initial version of the manuscript acquired the data and revised the initial draft of the manuscript revised the initial draft of the manuscript and provided insights for analysis and data interpretation contributed to the discussion of the results The authors declare no competing interests Springer Nature remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations Below is the link to the electronic supplementary material Download citation DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-88209-8 Anyone you share the following link with will be able to read this content: a shareable link is not currently available for this article Sign up for the Nature Briefing newsletter — what matters in science This is probably not the page you’re looking for The Allan Labor Government has delivered on its promise to reopen Greenvale Reservoir transforming the park into a vibrant green space for local families and visitors to enjoy Minister for Water Harriet Shing and Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos today announced the reopening of the southern section of Melbourne's popular Greenvale Reservoir Park The reopening of the park is backed up to $3 million of investment to deliver new entry points for pedestrians upgrade walking trails and toilets as well as undertake critical vegetation clean-up and tree safety works The northern and southern sections of Greenvale Reservoir will now be connected The northern section was opened to visitors thanks to the Labor Government's $21 million Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program two entry points at Venezia Promenade and established a viewing area with views of the dam the park plays a key role in supplying drinking water to Melbourne's north-western and western suburbs Melbourne Water undertook a range of critical dam wall upgrades to secure a greater drinking water supply to meet the changing needs of fast-growing communities across Greenvale and the northern suburbs The Labor Government is also delivering a $315 million Suburban Parks Program ranging from a new all-abilities playscape and upgraded walking track at Wattle Park to a new Plenty River Trail For more information, visit parks.vic.gov.au/projects As stated by Minister for Water Harriet Shing "This is a really great outcome for families and communities who will now be able to access and enjoy Greenvale Reservoir Park and contribute to the long-term protection of our vital water resources." As stated by Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos "This new and improved green space will provide local residents and visitors with more opportunities to connect with nature stay active and enjoy Victoria's great outdoors close to home." As stated by Member for Greenvale Iwan Walters "The reopening of the southern section of Greenvale Reservoir Park will be great for our local community and that's why I've been working with residents to see this beautiful space restored." "Generations of local families have enjoyed spending time here While the works to expand the reservoir wall and safeguard Melbourne's water supply have changed its footprint this investment will ensure that Greenvale Reservoir Park can be accessed by our growing community and enjoyed for generations to come" Pembrook Homes has delivered over 1,000 homes across Melbourne's inner-city suburbs for over two decades Their latest pursuit of delivering contemporary low-maintenance townhouses to family-friendly suburbs has taken them to REservoir where they've previously completed several boutique developments in recent years The new townhouses at 41 Home Street, a row of just four, sit in the sought-after Oak Hill Estate, one of the most premium pockets in Reservoir Not subject to owners corp like the majority of townhouse developments 41 Home Street townhouses are priced between $1,125,000 for the three-bedroom homes and $1,195,000 for the sole four-bed townhouse The homes feature open-plan layouts that connect the kitchen leading to private courtyards designed for additional outdoor living Kitchens are equipped with 900mm Bosch stainless steel appliances anchored by a kitchen island which forms a versatile additional dining or entertaining space Each home also meets a 6-Star NatHERS energy rating designed to minimise their environmental impact without compromising on quality or comfort Landscaping has been thoughtfully planned to enhance privacy and integrate greenery throughout the site The Oak Hill Estate is an attractive area to live in Reservoir because within its small four-kilometre square boundary it has the likes of Darebin Community Sports Stadium Home Street runs adjacent to Plenty Road where the 86 Tram heads into the city to Docklands or north to Bundoora RMIT Pembrook Homes are expecting to complete the townhouses later this year Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker nature lovers and local communities in the Dandenong Ranges can once again visit Silvan Reservoir Park with works to deliver important upgrades now complete.  The park was closed in late 2022 due to a failing septic system at the toilets in the lower carpark. Works delivered through the Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program has enabled new toilets to be built and a new septic system installed so that the park can safely re-open to the community and a new accessible parking bay has also been built next to the toilets providing modern and accessible facilities for people with diverse needs and abilities to comfortably visit the park Visitors can also enjoy additional improvements, including refurbished barbecues and more than 400 square metres of resurfaced asphalt path. Landscaping works have also been completed to manage overgrown vegetation and high-risk trees. The Ferntree Gully Men’s Shed also built and installed new and reburbished picnic tables at the park Pictured above: New DDA-compliant toilets and a new accessible parking bay have been built at Silvan Reservoir Park.  Parks and reserves play an important role in boosting the health and wellbeing of local communities across Victoria Over recent years we’ve seen a significant increase in visitation at many of Melbourne’s parks highlighting how important it is to maintain the quality of these spaces The Victorian Government's $21 Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program is delivering upgrades at 21 parks across Melbourne to provide more opportunities for people to get into nature for recreation relaxation and spending time with friends and family. As part of this project new and upgraded visitor facilities such as barbecues pathways and playgrounds have been delivered at some of Melbourne’s most popular parks.  the program has also delivered new barbecues shelter and a new playground at Ferntree Gully Picnic Area signage and accessible picnic tables have been built.  Pictured above: The barbecues have been refurbished and the Ferntree Gully Men's Shed built and installed new and refurbished picnic tables and benches at the park.  Silvan Reservoir Park is located on the traditional Country of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people and is well-loved for its vibrant birdlife The vegetation within the picnic areas is a true representation of the cultural history of the area from the 1930s Stone terraces and vine-covered pergolas are the framework for gardens of azaleas and rhododendrons providing contrast with the manicured lawns and surrounding native Australian bush It's a great place for families and nature lovers to get outdoors and connect with the stunning landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges.  The reservoir itself was completed in 1932 and at the time increased Melbourne's water storage capacity by 75 per cent Silvan Reservoir receives its water supply from the Thomson Find out more information about the Urban Parks Active Wellbeing Program and Silvan Reservoir Park Pictured above: An aerial view of Silvan Reservoir and the native Australian bushland that surrounds it.  and subscribe to receive the latest nature inspiration and news straight to your inbox Victoria’s networks of parks and reserves form the core of Aboriginal cultural landscapes Parks Victoria acknowledges the continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these landscapes and recognises their ongoing role in caring for Country on which we learn Download The Standard app to stay informed with news, updates, and significant events - https://urlgeni.us/TheStandard The upgraded app is now available on both iOS and Android platforms A major Sydney dam was found to be outside NSW safety thresholds during three separate audits with internal government documents warning a “sudden failure” of the levee could cause the deaths of almost 150 people But the Minns government has talked down any risk of the dam failing saying the safety classification was “theoretical” and nearby residents were not at any “elevated risk” The NSW government maintains the Thornleigh dam is safe and says sensors have been placed in the reservoir.Credit: Rhett Wyman Internal documents tabled during a parliamentary inquiry on Friday revealed an audit by engineering firm GHD on behalf of Sydney Water had found evidence of “slope displacement” and “leakage” at Thornleigh Reservoir Dam near Hornsby in Sydney’s north The document stated that investigations by GHD had noted a “possible indication of slope instability” at the southern embankment of the dam a “serious concern” due to residential homes located directly downstream The first and most dangerous was a sudden failure of the reservoir embankment which could result in the collapse of the dam wall It would lead to the “probable loss of life of up to 147 people” who live closest to the reservoir The second risk was a severe reduction in the water supply to the 834,000 residents who relied on the dam The NSW government maintains the dam is completely safe and confirmed sensors had been placed in the reservoir to track any movement that could pose a risk to surrounding communities Water Minister Rose Jackson said the independent safety assessment for the dam had identified a “gap in geotechnical information” and that its classification as outside the “tolerated” safety threshold was “theoretical” “Residents are not at any elevated risk associated with this change in status,” she said Jackson said Sydney Water was operating the dam at a lower level increasing inspections and conducting further geotechnical investigations “out of an abundance of caution” we expect the dam to be confirmed within safety tolerances,” she said our expectation is for these to be carried out thoroughly and promptly.” The dam audit was tabled in parliament by Greens MP Sue Higginson who raised concern a new road proposed by Hornsby Council could “compromise the integrity of the reservoir wall” The road forms part of the council’s beleaguered plans for a controversial multimillion-dollar redevelopment of 36 hectares of parkland at Westleigh which it wants to turn into a new sporting and recreation precinct Sydney Water raised concerns the road could “impact the integrity of the dam” The park’s redevelopment has stalled because of a fight over funding Sydney Water said it was in negotiations with the council over the road “The stalled and unfunded Westleigh Park development will rely on this additional road a road that will highly likely compromise the integrity of the reservoir wall,” Higginson said a Hornsby Council spokeswoman said the council was seeking discussions about the delivery of what she called a “crucial piece of infrastructure for our community” with internal government documents warning a \\u201Csudden failure\\u201D of the levee could cause the deaths of almost 150 people saying the safety classification was \\u201Ctheoretical\\u201D and nearby residents were not at any \\u201Celevated risk\\u201D Internal documents tabled during a parliamentary inquiry on Friday revealed an audit by engineering firm GHD on behalf of Sydney Water had found evidence of \\u201Cslope displacement\\u201D and \\u201Cleakage\\u201D at Thornleigh Reservoir Dam near Hornsby in Sydney\\u2019s north The document stated that investigations by GHD had noted a \\u201Cpossible indication of slope instability\\u201D at the southern embankment of the dam a \\u201Cserious concern\\u201D due to residential homes located directly downstream It would lead to the \\u201Cprobable loss of life of up to 147 people\\u201D who live closest to the reservoir Water Minister Rose Jackson said the independent safety assessment for the dam had identified a \\u201Cgap in geotechnical information\\u201D and that its classification as outside the \\u201Ctolerated\\u201D safety threshold was \\u201Ctheoretical\\u201D \\u201CResidents are not at any elevated risk associated with this change in status,\\u201D she said increasing inspections and conducting further geotechnical investigations \\u201Cout of an abundance of caution\\u201D we expect the dam to be confirmed within safety tolerances,\\u201D she said our expectation is for these to be carried out thoroughly and promptly.\\u201D who raised concern a new road proposed by Hornsby Council could \\u201Ccompromise the integrity of the reservoir wall\\u201D The road forms part of the council\\u2019s beleaguered plans for a controversial multimillion-dollar redevelopment of 36 hectares of parkland at Westleigh Sydney Water raised concerns the road could \\u201Cimpact the integrity of the dam\\u201D The park\\u2019s redevelopment has stalled because of a fight over funding \\u201CThe stalled and unfunded Westleigh Park development will rely on this additional road a road that will highly likely compromise the integrity of the reservoir wall,\\u201D Higginson said a Hornsby Council spokeswoman said the council was seeking discussions about the delivery of what she called a \\u201Ccrucial piece of infrastructure for our community\\u201D