Water Accountability, Metering and Reporting Framework Review

underway

Water management in Tasmania is becoming more complex. Many of Tasmania’s catchments are reaching full water use allocation. The pressures on water resources are increasing. More accurate data is needed on water use and up to date policy settings. This will ensure water resources continue to be managed sustainably and equitably. This project will review Tasmania’s current water use. This includes accountability, metering and reporting requirements and possible solutions. It will make recommendations for change to support more informed water policy and management decisions. This project aims to make recommendations for contemporary policy settings to manage water use in Tasmania. The recommended changes, when implemented, will support water managers to make informed policy and management decisions for a water secure and sustainable future. This assessment will: