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New utility appoints inaugural MD

Officially launching on 1 July 2021, Greater Western Water is an integration of Western Water and City West Water in Victoria, with the move designed to ensure better water services for customers in Melbourne’s fast-growing outer west.

Ms Lang is currently Managing Director of City West Water and has previously held executive roles with Melbourne Water and Chemistry Australia, as well as other senior consulting roles. 

“Everyone at Western Water and City West Water will be part of Greater Western Water – it’s a unique opportunity to bring together our different experiences, backgrounds and skills to co-create a new organisation that reflects our equally diverse communities,” said Ms Lang. 

Western Water Chair Andrew Cairns said the appointment was a great outcome for the new utility.  

“Maree brings a wealth of experience and achievements to the role and will champion the culture and values that we know are important to our people and communities of the west,” he said. 

Western Water Managing Director Jeff Rigby will remain in his role until 30 June 2021, at which point he will become part of Greater Western Water’s executive leadership team. 

All existing staff from both organisations will be transferred to the new company, and $500,000 has been invested in planning upgrades to convert Western Water’s Sunbury office into a Greater Western Water hub. 

For more information visit the City West Water website.  

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