The Huntingfield wetland under construction.

The almost 1.5 ha wetland – at the southern end of the site, next to Coffee Creek – will form part of the site’s integrated stormwater management system.

Rainwater from roads and homes will be guided through landscaped drainage channels, providing the first stage of filtration before the water flows into the wetland.

From there, stormwater will pass through a sediment basin that slows the water and removes coarse material such as sand and grit, protecting the wetland and reducing long‑term maintenance.

The heart of the system is the wetland’s macrophyte zone – a series of shallow and deeper marshes filled with aquatic plants. These plants will play a vital role by removing fine sediments, nutrients and other pollutants from the water, allowing it to be treated effectively before it is released in a controlled way.

The wetland and associated pipework have been designed to handle rare, heavy rainfall events, helping to protect homes, roads and nearby land from flooding and erosion. At the same time, the wetland will create a greener, more appealing environment to support local biodiversity and enhance the overall character of the subdivision.

The new wetland is part of the Huntingfield subdivision’s Rehabilitation and Revegetation Plan that will provide significant protections for the site.

Read more about the wetland and the Rehabilitation and Revegetation Plan.