Leaving a Positive Impact
This project exemplifies effective collaboration between Diona, local communities, and childcare centers. These partnerships played a pivotal role in guaranteeing the project’s success and in educating the public about the significance of water infrastructure.
Project Overview
Diona completed a significant water main installation spanning 1.95km in Cecil Hills, ensuring continued access to clean drinking water for Southwest Sydney residents.
Project Need
As part of Sydney Water‘s long-term plan to enhance resilience within its network and expand the city’s water capacity and supply, the Prospect to Macarthur (ProMac) program encompassed a series of initiatives aimed at augmenting the capacity and supply of water to Sydney’s Southwest.
Project Solution
Acciona (Sydney Water’s principal contractor) engaged Diona to deliver package 9 of the ProMac program, a 1.95km water main installation in Cecil Hills.
From the project’s inception, Diona prioritised engagement with the Cecil Hills local community. Recognising the curiosity sparked among children attending nearby childcare centers, Diona organised a site excursion, allowing them to witness the operation of large machinery and trucks firsthand. Equipped with their own high-visibility vests, the children engaged with the workers, asking questions and experiencing the sights and sounds of the worksite.
Upon completing the project, Diona and Acciona made a special visit to the Cecil Hills Early Education and Care Centre, which had been directly impacted by the construction. As a token of appreciation for the center’s patience and understanding during the essential works, Diona and Acciona donated three trees, including spotted gums, with the hope of providing shade cover for the children and staff during the summer months. The trees were presented to the center staff and representatives from Liverpool City Council’s parks and facilities teams. The planting event was made even more special with enthusiastic participation from mini-helpers, adding to the sense of community involvement and collaboration.
Value Add | Benefit
Effective Community Engagement
Engagement with local childcare centres and the organisation of an educational excursion for children to learn about the project and water infrastructure contributes to quality education. This initiative provided an interactive learning experience about civil engineering and utilities.
ESG Alignment
By upgrading and expanding water infrastructure, the project enhances water management efficiency and reduces water loss, contributing to environmental conservation. Additionally, improving water supply reliability helps mitigate the risk of water scarcity, promoting sustainable water usage practices.
The project demonstrates a commitment to community engagement and education, particularly through initiatives like the site excursion for children from local childcare centers. By involving and educating the community, the project fosters social inclusion and awareness of infrastructure development, promoting a sense of ownership and cooperation among residents.
The engagement with local childcare centres and the organisation of an educational excursion for children to learn about the project and water infrastructure contributes to quality education. This initiative provided an interactive learning experience about civil engineering and utilities.
The project’s focus on enhancing water infrastructure directly contributes to providing clean and safe drinking water, which is fundamental to public health and sanitation. This ensures that both current and future residents in Southwest Sydney have reliable access to clean water.
By improving water infrastructure, the project contributes to the sustainability and resilience of the Cecil Hills community. Reliable water access is crucial for the development of sustainable urban areas.
The project demonstrates effective collaboration between Diona, local communities, and childcare centres. These partnerships were key in ensuring the project’s success and in educating the public about the importance of water infrastructure.
