TENDERS have been called for construction of the first section of the Orange to Molong pipeline, which will eventually supply drinking water to Cumnock and Yeoval.
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The design and construct contract will cover a pipeline between the Ammerdown housing estate, and Molong Creek Dam.
The total project will cost $23.5 million.
Cabonne mayor Ian Gosper said Cumnock and Yeoval only received raw water.
“It has been a long-term goal of Cabonne Council to provide Cumnock and Yeoval residents with a potable water supply and now construction is within sight,” Cr Gosper said.
The NSW Government has fully funded the $16.66 million first stage of the project, but the $6.91 million stage two pipeline from Cumnock to Yeoval is unfunded.
“Cabonne Council will be seeking government funding for the remaining $4.71 million,” Cr Gosper said.
Tenders close on October 12, with work expected to start early next year.