See the below map for properties affected by any planned or unplanned works.
Before planned works
You may wish to store sufficient water in bottles for drinking and water in buckets for flushing toilets. You may also like to speak to your plumber about options to meet your needs.
During emergency and planned water works
Hot water systems should not be operated during water faults and should be turned off to avoid possible damage.
A water main break can temporarily reduce water pressure in nearby areas. This happens when water escapes from the damaged pipe, lowering the flow across the network. Our crews will work quickly to isolate and repair the break, restoring normal pressure as soon as possible. Once repairs are complete, water pressure should return to normal, however due to the nature of Council’s water network, this may take a couple of hours. In some cases, some minor discolouration or air in the water (typically presenting as white/cloudy water) may also occur for a short time.
After emergency and planned water works
On resumption of the water supply, before turning the hot water system back on, a hot water tap should be turned on to flush out any air pockets from the pipes. When a consistent flow has returned, the hot water system can be turned back on and normal use resumed.
Dirty water after emergency and planned water works
We advise that you visually check the water prior to use. If it appears to be discoloured we suggest you turn on a tap and let it run for a couple of minutes to clear your pipe work. If it doesn't clear learn what to do here.
From time to time, Council will need to undertake unplanned/emergency repairs to the water supply and sewerage system. Council always is mindful of the disruption that can be caused to customers.
If there is an unplanned interruption to your services, for example during an emergency, Council will use all reasonable endeavours to keep any inconvenience to you minimised by restoring the services as quickly as possible. Council’s Customer Service Centre will be able to provide information in relation to the unplanned interruption as well as estimated times for restoration.
Council will also make every effort to provide advice on the unplanned interruption via social media and Council’s website, particularly where the interruption affects a large area.
Planned Works