GMW inviting expressions of interest for commercial opportunities at Lake Eildon

Overview Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) for potential leasing, licensing or other commercial arrangements across 14 parcels of land in the wider Lake Eildon region. About Lake Eildon is one of Victoria's most visited recreational areas, attracting around 200,000 visitors a year. GMW acknowledges and respects the Taungurung Land and Waters Council as Traditional Owners of the Lake Eildon region and will ensure all developments align with cultural heritage and environmental values. This EOI opportunity follows an earlier EOI process involving 16 parcels of land at Lake Eildon, with GMW currently progressing successful submissions from that process. Purpose GMW is seeking to understand the range of new business opportunities, expansion of existing operations, community or commercial uses, developments and other opportunities that may be suitable for these land assets. GMW is eager to explore a range of opportunities with interested parties to help unlock the full potential of the region, and is committed to supporting projects that deliver community, economic and environmental benefits. Scope The scope includes: Potential leasing, licensing or other commercial arrangements across 14 parcels of land in the wider Lake Eildon region, including lakeside, foreshore, township and rural landholdings Proposals relating to tourism, visitor services, hospitality, accommodation, recreation, environmental initiatives, infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy, telecommunications or other compatible uses Proposals for one or more sites, submitted individually, in part, in whole or as combined proposals where practical and consistent with site conditions, access, planning requirements and GMW's operational needs Eligibility Proposals must align with existing land uses, the surrounding environment and the strategic objectives of the Activating Lake Eildon Masterplan Proposals must be consistent with site conditions, access, planning requirements and GMW's operational needs Information Requested All EOIs will be evaluated on: Price Organisational capability Business plan Community benefit Experience Tender Briefing GMW will host an in-person briefing session about the EOI. Date: Wednesday 25 November 2026 Format: In-person briefing GMW will provide more information about this briefing in the near future. How to Apply Interested parties must register via GMW's eProcure portal: https://app.eprocure.com.au/gmwater/home/public