Digging Deep: Supporting the Remote Community of Gapuwiyak

In the heart of north-eastern Arnhem Land, WGA’s hydrogeologists are digging deep—both into the earth and into our commitment to making a lasting impact for our remote communities.

We are proud to support Power and Water Corporation in a vital initiative to improve water security for the remote community of Gapuwiyak. This project is more than just a technical undertaking; it’s about collaboration, dedication, and meaningful impact.

Like many remote communities, Gapuwiyak faces challenges in accessing safe and reliable water. Over a ten-week timeline, WGA provided supervising hydrogeologist services, ensuring the technical integrity of all drilling and testing activities in identifying groundwater resources for the community.

Our team, including James Manning (pictured left) and Marcja Welgus (pictured right), with the support of Anita Doig and Corne Engelbrecht (pictured centre), took on the red dirt, intense heat, and even occasional buffalo sightings, while working alongside drilling contractors.

James and Marcja were on-site full-time, supervising drilling activities, conducting lithological logging, and overseeing bore construction and much more with a hands-on approach at every step.

By helping secure a safe and reliable water supply, WGA is contributing to the health, well-being and future of the Gapuwiyak community. We are proud to be part of a project that reflects our values, supports remote communities, and demonstrates how hydrogeology can make a real difference.

With the team officially in the final stretch, they have successfully overseen the construction of three production bores and five monitoring bores.

Want to know more? Read more about the project.