Gascoyne Water (GWC) is an Irrigation Water Service Provider located in Carnarvon, Western Australia. The business has been operated by the local growers since it was transferred from Government ownership in 2001.
The ownership of the Distribution Assets was transferred in 2004. Gascoyne Water Co-operative supplies local growers with irrigation water and also distributes stock and garden water to lifestyle blocks in the community.
Water is extracted from borefields upstream (east) of the plantations. Water Corporation runs the borefield on the south of the river, while the co-op runs the one on the north.
Structurally we are made up of two private irrigator cooperatives: one to own and manage the infastructure assets (Gascoyne Water Asset Mutual Co-operative); and one to manage the irrigation business (Gascoyne Water Co-operative).
Over the last 12 months, GWC has demonstrated our stability and resilience, our ability to negotiate firmly with government, as well as our ability to retain and attract staff in one of the most challenging labour markets we have seen in recent years.
We end this year even stronger and better positioned to be able to deliver water in a sustainable and more cost-effective way to our members.
Mr. Paul Shain was appointed to the Board of Directors at the 2021 Annual General Meeting. As a second-generation grower, Mr. Shain has 26 years’ experience in facing the challenges that confront the horticulture industry and is committed to steering the Gascoyne Water Cooperative towards sustainable growth. His personal involvement in growing an array of crops, including beans, capsicums, eggplant, tomatoes, chilies, and zucchinis, reflects his hands-on
experience and diverse expertise.
Mr. Shain’s multifaceted role in various committees and organisations within the horticulture sector shows his proactive approach and commitment to community collaboration. His roles as Chair of Vegetables WA and Chair of the Carnarvon Growers Association Committee underscore his broader contributions to the industry at a regional level.
Mr. Denis Durmanich, a second-generation grower in the Carnarvon Horticultural area, manages a diverse portfolio of businesses in the region, specialising in the cultivation of melon, capsicum, and zucchini. He is a valuable figure bringing leadership, expertise, and a dedication to fostering growth and sustainability within the region.
Mr. Durmanich has successfully completed a Co-operative Directors Course offered by the Australian Institute of Co-operative Directors, highlighting his dedication to acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge required to contribute to the governance and strategic direction of the Gascoyne Water Co-operative Ltd. As a Director and Chairman of Gascoyne Gold Pty Ltd, Mr. Durmanich oversees a vital entity that addresses the sorting, packing, and freight requirements of growers. Through this position, he plays a crucial role in supporting and enhancing the operational aspects of the local horticultural community.
Gascoyne Water Co-operative Ltd ABN 32 590 776 789
Phone: (08) 9941 4488 | Fax: (08) 9941 4499 | Email: [email protected]
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