Water

Town Water Supply Systems

Bedourie

Bedourie’s town water supply is sourced from an artesian bore drilled in 1905. The bore produces water at 45°C with a closed head pressure of 529 kPa and an unrestricted flow of 42 litres per second. The system includes ground-level and elevated reservoirs, along with a reticulation network built in 1998.

Birdsville

Birdsville’s town water supply includes two systems — an artesian bore system and a river water system.

• Artesian Bore System: Drilled in 1961, this bore delivers water at 97–99°C, with a closed head pressure of 1,200 kPa and an unrestricted flow of 40 litres per second. The water is cooled through a series of tubes and a plate heat exchanger before entering the storage reservoirs and reticulation network (constructed in 1998).

• River Water System: Comprises pumps, elevated reservoirs, and a reticulation network.

For more information, view:

• Customer Service Standards - Water Supply and Sewerage Systems(PDF, 350KB) 
• Diamantina Shire Council - Drinking Water Quality Management Plan Report(PDF, 244KB)

Save Water at Home

Water is a precious resource in our region. Everyone can play a part in conserving it — at home, at work, in the garden, and in the community.

Explore practical tips and educational tools to help you save water every day via the Queensland Government webpage for Using Water Wisely including: 

• Practical tips to use water efficiently in your home and garden

• Waterwise at Work Guide – simple ways to reduce water use in the workplace.

• Waterwise Education Resources and Posters – curriculum-linked materials for schools and community groups promoting smart water habits.

These free resources are available to support water-saving actions across households, schools, and local businesses.

Small changes can make a big difference.

Report a Water Leak

If you notice a water leak on a road or footpath, please contact Council immediately — including after hours.

Diamantina Shire Council Administration Centre

17 Herbert Street, Bedourie
P: 07 4746 1600

Facilities and Town Services Manager (Bedourie)

Jodie Girdler
P: 07 4746 1600
M: 0428 035 184
E: Jodie.Girdler@Diamantina.qld.gov.au

Birdsville Town Services Supervisor 

Joel Blyth
P: 07 4564 2000
M: 0407 146 902
E: Joel.Blyth@Diamantina.qld.gov.au