Global News Feed

Total
Unread
Saved
Preferences Custom News
Home Saved World Extract
Prev Back to News Next

In 1997, a Western Australian coal mine closed; its 103-hectare void filled with 30bn litres and became Lake Kepwari

Source: Times of India
Category: Sports
Region: Australia
Published: September 14, 2026 at 14:38

📝 Summary

Lake Kepwari, a former coal mine void near Collie, Western Australia, has been transformed into a recreational hub. This artificial lake now offers swimming, boating, camping, and water sports for visitors. The transformation involved significant planning, water management, and infrastructure development over many years. Water was diverted from the Collie River South Branch to fill the large void. This project demonstrates repurposing industrial landscapes for tourism and community benefit.

🔗 Read Full Article at Times of India ✨ Extract Article
🏷️ Keywords:
void lake water western coal mine kepwari collie australian

💬 Social Media Posts

Click "Fetch Related Posts" to find social media discussions about this article
Previous Article Next Article