Melbourne’s Water Catchments [OP]: Perspectives on a World-Class Water Supply - Softcover

Viggers, James; Weaver, Haylee; Lindenmayer, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1486300065 ISBN 13: 9781486300068

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing, 2013

Synopsis

This book charts the history of the water catchments and water supply for the city of Melbourne, which has many unique aspects that are a critical part of the history of Melbourne, Victoria and Australia. Much of the development of the water supply system was many decades ahead of its time and helped buffer the city of Melbourne from major diseases, droughts and water shortages.

The authors present a chronology of the evolution of the catchment and water supply system pre-1900 to today. They discuss major developments, policies, and construction and management activities. Each chapter is illustrated with historical black and white images and also newly taken photos that contrast present scenes with those from the past.

The book includes many extraordinary insights into current and future issues with Melbourne’s water supply, including issues associated with the highly controversial north-south pipeline, the desalination plant and the potential for further diversions of the Yarra River.

KEY FEATURES
* Tells the story of how the water catchment system developed for Melbourne has been consistently ahead of its time has had a massive influence on the development of the city and Australia
* Includes both historical and current content and photographs
* Includes issues associated with the highly controversial north-south

About this title

About the Author:

James Viggers worked in Melbourne’s water catchments for 35 years and has researched the history of these areas for 50 years. He is a trained civil engineer and was responsible for many major construction projects such as the Thomson Dam, renovation of the Silvan Reservoir and the 40 km tunnel that connects the Thomson and Upper Yarra Dams.

About this edition

• Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1486300065
• ISBN 13: 9781486300068
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144