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Dear Supporters

As you may be aware Snowy Hydro Limited has announced that it will soon begin geotechnical surveys of the landscape between Tantangara Dam and Talbingo Dam as an initial part of the feasibility study for the proposed “Pumped Hydro” concept. This will involve the use of heavy machinery on and around Tantangara Dam over the next few months. Snowy Hydro has advised the MAS that there may be some delays on accessing Tantangara Dam and the launching area while the machinery is being moved or used. Snowy have given us a commitment that these delays will be as minimal as possible.

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One advantage for anglers will be that Snowy Hydro has indicated to the MAS that they are willing to leave the launching site in a better state than it is now. This will mean that access and launching should be improved by the time Spring rolls around. Please do not expect a four-lane concrete ramp – that is not an option, but there will be improvements that should make Tantangara Dam more boating friendly.

Please be assured that the MAS will continue to negotiate with Snowy Hydro, State and the Federal Governments and NSW Fisheries on the “Pumped Hydro” concept to ensure that our internationally renowned Snowy Lakes trout fisheries are not adversely affected.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Regards
Steve Samuels
President
Monaro Acclimatisation Society Inc
30 June 2017

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