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Snow, wind, rain and so, so, so much mud … but that hasn’t stopped our hardy project team.

In August, we reached an important project milestone, with work starting on the first 50 m stretch of Edgar Dam’s downstream concrete facing.

Over 90% of the project budget is being spent on services from businesses located in Tasmania, with the upgrade well underway and expected to be completed in the second half of 2026.

The project is being carried out in partnership with our consulting arm Entura, with Tasmanian civil construction company Hall Earthmoving contracted to carry out the majority of the upgrade works.

Despite the wet-weather challenges, work continues in earnest with rock and gravel layers added to three 50 m sections, with a fourth section's excavation stage nearing completion. Initially the layers (the buttress) will be constructed to half height along its full length, before raising it to the dam crest level.

The site has advantages of being less than 10-minute drive to site, suitable size and flat terrain, potential to minimise visual impact and easy access off Cradle Mountain Road.

Thanks to everyone in the community who has shared their feedback. We’re committed to planning the facility carefully so that any impacts to the community are minimised. We continue to welcome peoples comments on the project at any time.