Coliban Water has rolled out its first touch-free drinking fountain at Gordon Gardens, Dunolly, with hopes of further installations across the region.
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In partnership with Central Goldfields Shire, community members and visitors to Dunolly can stay hydrated safely, with the fountain featuring touch-free sensors, allowing the user to refill a drink bottle.
Coliban Water executive general manager customer, community and stakeholder affairs Lauren McLean said the industry and suppliers have been quick to respond to community needs amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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"This new fountain will become a valuable piece of community infrastructure and encourage refillable drink bottle use instead of single-use plastic bottles.
Central Goldfields Shire chief administrator Noel Harvey said council is always looking for ways to innovate and provide safe, smart services to its community.
"The touch-free sensors on this fountain have allowed us to add this piece of infrastructure to Gordon Gardens for the benefit of local residents," Mr Harvey said.
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