A new $4 million wetland at Belconnen oval in Canberra opens in a bid to help reduce pollution caused by stormwater runoff into Lake Ginninderra and decrease its likelihood of toxic blue-green algae blooms.
The Belconnen Oval wetland is now open to visitors, but the must stay on paths to allow the new plants to grow.A new wetland at Belconnen Oval has been opened by the government to reduce the likelihood of blue-green algae blooms in Lake Ginninderra .
The $4 million Belconnen Oval Wetland is intended to reduce the likelihood of blooms of toxic blue-green algae in Lake Ginninderra. Roots absorb the nutrients from the water to nourish the plants above so they can grow, while cleaning the flowing stormwater below.Program manager Ralph Ogden explained the significance of filtering water underground.
"There's slightly contrasting views within the community as to what makes a really great place, I think it's exciting people want to see the best that can be made out of this area."
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