Wastewater treatment

Wastewater from homes and businesses connected to Council’s sewerage network is safely transported to our treatment plants, where it is cleaned before being released or reused. 

We operate two wastewater treatment plants across the Shire, designed to protect public health, local waterways, and the environment. 

How wastewater is treated 

Wastewater goes through several treatment stages to make it safe: 

  • Removing solids and debris  

  • Treating water biologically to reduce nutrients, bacteria and other contaminants 

  • Monitoring treatment processes and effluent quality 

  • Safely disposing of or reusing treated wastewater in line with environmental approvals 

These processes ensure wastewater is treated effectively before it is returned to the environment or reused.  

Protecting health and the environment  

We operate our wastewater treatment plants in line with strict environmental and public health requirements, including: 

  • Environmental authority conditions 

  • Public health standards 

  • Ongoing water quality monitoring requirements 

Regular inspections, maintenance and performance monitoring help ensure our systems remain safe, effective, and compliant. 

Treated wastewater is carefully managed to prevent contamination of land, rivers and groundwater - helping protect ecosystems and community wellbeing. 

Why wastewater treatment matters 

Effective treatment helps to: 

  • Protect public health 

  • Prevent pollution of waterways and land 

  • Safeguard marine and freshwater environments 

  • Support sustainable growth and development 

We regularly review and improve our treatment processes and infrastructure to meet community needs and long‑term environmental goals. 

 

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