Hunter Water has demolished and removed a disused water reservoir on Coorumbung Street, in Morisset, as part of a project to rehabilitate the area and improve public amenity.
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It was one of two water reservoirs which have long been landmarks in the town.
A spokesperson for Hunter Water said the reservoir was built of reinforced concrete in 1940.
“The reservoir supplied water to parts of Morisset and Wyee,” the spokesperson said. “It was later decommissioned in the mid-1980s due to its deteriorating condition.”
The second reservoir is still functioning at the site.
“It is used to share water with the Central Coast in times of shortfall, and as a back-up water supply for Morisset and Wyee,” they said.
“Hunter Water will soon begin the process of engaging a contractor to rehabilitate the site of the first reservoir. Our plan is to re-vegetate the land with plants that are native to the local area.”
Hunter Water is now consulting Morisset and District Landcare Group about rehabilitating the site.
The group’s founder, Helen Gould, said she was looking forward to working with Hunter Water to create something special in the space.
We’ve put in a walking path and some seating, and we have nesting boxes for birds and possums.
- - Helen Gould, Landcare
“I’m so excited,” Ms Gould said.
The Landcare group had a longtime connection with the site, she said.
“We have been looking after Mahogany Park, which is on Hunter Water land, since 2002, and (the adjoining) Dillwynia Bushland Reserve, which is Lake Macquarie City Council land, since 1998,” Ms Gould said.
“We do lots and lots of weeding and, with this project, there will be lots of planting, too, and possibly a path with some tables and chairs.”
The bushland area was a haven for wildlife, and a peaceful retreat for the community, she said.
Among the native occupants that visitors can encounter on their visit to the site are a bowerbird, kangaroos, lizards and magpies.
“We’ve put in a walking path and some seating, and we have nesting boxes for birds and possums in the trees,” Ms Gould said.
She said it was rewarding and satisfying work.
To join the group, phone Ms Gould on 4973 4916, or visit landcare.nsw.gov.au
