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The EPA has established a groundwater prohibition area in parts of Keswick, Forestville, Ashford, Everard Park, Wayville and Mile End South. This area has a proud manufacturing history, with some past chemical disposal and handling practices having contaminated the groundwater.
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The EPA has established a groundwater prohibition area in parts of Keswick, Forestville, Ashford, Everard Park, Wayville and Mile End South. This area has a proud manufacturing history, with some past chemical disposal and handling practices having contaminated the groundwater.
If you have any feedback, questions or concerns, please contact us on:
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Groundwater contamination in SA
Assessment Process
Stage 1: 29 June 2020 Community engagement commences
Keswick and surrounding areas has finished this stage
90-day community consultation commences. The EPA is keen to hear from existing bore users, whether you have a registered or unregistered bore.
Stage 2: July to September 2020 community interactions
Keswick and surrounding areas has finished this stage
The EPA will have staff available to talk with you about any aspect of the proposal. We are available both during and outside of business hours by phone, email, interactive tools on this site, and in person.
Stage 3: October 2020 Feedback collation and analysis
Keswick and surrounding areas has finished this stage
We will collate all information from the write to the community advising on the outcome of the proposal.
Stage 4: Gazettal 29 October 2020
Keswick and surrounding areas is currently at this stage
Groundwater prohibition area is established by gazettal in the South Australian Government Gazette. The EPA will continue to engage with residents after this date.