Hunter Water NSW Talk Groups

Hunter Water is a state-owned corporation that provides drinking water, wastewater, recycled water, and some stormwater services to over 600,000 people in the Lower Hunter region of New South Wales.

Hunter Water Overview

Here is an overview of its core functions:

• • • • Water Supply: Hunter Water manages the sourcing, treatment, and distribution of safe drinking water to homes and businesses across areas like Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, and surrounding communities.
      • Wastewater Services: It collects and treats sewage and wastewater, ensuring it meets environmental standards before being safely released or reused.
      • Recycled Water: The corporation develops and maintains infrastructure for recycled water systems, supporting sustainable water use in industry, irrigation, and some residential applications.
      • Stormwater Management: In select areas, Hunter Water also manages stormwater drainage systems to reduce flooding and protect water quality.
      • Infrastructure Stewardship: It oversees more than $2.5 billion in water-related assets, including treatment plants, reservoirs, and pipelines.

Hunter Water plays a vital role in supporting public health, environmental sustainability, and regional development in the Lower Hunter.

Public Safety Network Radio Operations

• • • • Radio IDs (RIDs): Hunter Water units typically use RIDs in the 2240xxx range.
      • Coverage Area: These talkgroups support operations in areas like Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, and surrounding parts of the Lower Hunter.
      • Encryption Status: All listed talkgroups are currently unencrypted, making them accessible to digital trunking scanners compatible with P25 Phase II.