The project team has prepared options to reduce flood risk in the study area. Fact sheets for each option are available below looking at things like cost, effectiveness and ease of implementation.

It’s important to note that the options presented are preliminary. They still need more study, especially to see how they might affect properties downstream. Further design work is needed to better understand feasibility, potential risks and estimate costs.

As well as physical works, non-structural solutions can help to reduce flood risk. This includes things like planning controls and emergency plans. These help to build community understanding and resilience to flooding, and make sure new development considers flood risk.

For structural mitigation options, funding is a significant consideration. The City has a limited budget for drainage works, meaning large-scale infrastructure projects are unlikely to proceed without external funding. Advocacy by both the City and the community will be needed to secure this support.

Even if some large projects can’t happen right away, they’ll still be included in the final strategy so they’re ready for the future when funding is available.