Dozens of new raingardens will be planted across Sydney as part of the City of Sydney's plan to harvest and treat stormwater.
Raingardens are underground stormwater treatment systems designed to absorb pollutants that would otherwise end up in the Cooks River or Sydney Harbour.
A study commissioned by the City of Sydney has identified 21,000 sqm of space for new raingardens. Their construction will coincide with street works and footpath upgrades to minimise costs and disruption.
"Raingardens are difficult to build in highly urbanised areas but the City of Sydney is proving it can be done. Our rain gardens will help provide a cleaner environment, contribute to local sustainability, and build a stronger sense of community," says Lord Mayor Clover Moore.
Raingardens recently built in Buckland Street, Meagher Street and Myrtle Street, Chippendale and others are operating successfully in Pirrama Park at Pyrmont, along the Glebe foreshore and at Joynton Avenue in Zetland.
Redfern, Alexandria, Darlinghurst, Woolloomooloo and Newtown are among suburbs identified for new raingardens.
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