Burst water main - Harcourt
- Harcourt
Update
The water main has now been repaired.
Thank you for your patience as our crews worked resolved the issue.
Earlier
We are currently working to repair a burst water main in Harcourt.
Some customers in the area may experience pressure fluctuations or have no water until these repairs are complete.
Our crews are working as quickly as possible to make the necessary repairs.
Planned maintenance works – Kangaroo Flat
- Kangaroo Flat
We will be installing electrical cabling to a flow meter that has recently been installed in High Steet, Kangaroo Flat, in the service road between Bank and Taylor streets.
This device measures the volume and speed of water moving through a pipe and will help us to monitor the flows in the water network around your property and detect leaks.
The works will be carried out on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 February, between 7am and 5pm each day.
During the works (7am to 5pm) the service road will remain open to traffic under the direction of traffic management.
The service road will remain open to allow traffic movement for residents and customers of the nearby motel and childcare centre.
There will be no disruption to water services.
We thank you for your patience during these works.
Harcourt updates - January 2026
- Harcourt
The water in Harcourt and areas south of Harcourt is safe to drink. The Do Not Drink Advisory was lifted on Saturday 17 January.
Before first use, we recommend you run internal taps for two minutes to draw fresh water through your internal plumbing.
For further information visit connect.coliban.com.au/harcourt or call 1300 363 200.
For our rural customers
We know our channels and pipelines near Harcourt have been affected by the fires. Where it is safe to do so, our crews have been inspecting the rural network and the Coliban Main Channel to repair the damage and remove fallen trees.
There is a possibility some orders may not be supplied and water quality in our rural network cannot be guaranteed.
If you have any questions, please contact our rural team on 1300 761 738 weekdays between 7am - 2:30pm, or email coliban@coliban.com.au
Other resources and information
| Information and support for residents with water tanks |
We have information available for people with water tanks. |
| Information about the replacement of dam water and other private water supplies used for firefighting | Through its Water Replacement Scheme, the Victorian Government will replace essential private water supplies, including dam water, taken and used during the bushfire emergency. You may be eligible to receive a 'reasonable and sufficient volume of water' to sustain the health of your property, pets, and stock. Information and an application form is available on the Forest Fire Management Victoria website. Click here. Staff at your local council, DEECA, or CFA Office can assist to lodge the application form for you if required. |
| Mount Alexander Shire Council website | Council has a dedicated information hub on its website with links to useful resources. Click here to view the site, which covers:
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| Victorian Emergency Recovery Hotline | The Victorian Government is providing recovery support for people and communities affected by the fires. Click here to learn more about the help and support available. You can call the Emergency Recovery Hotline every day on 1800 560 760 from 9am to 5pm. |
What’s next?
If you need help or have questions, please call us on 1300 363 200.
Further information is available at www.connect.coliban.com.au/harcourt.
Click here for information about our Coliban Assist program and our support for customers.
For the latest emergency updates and warnings visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.
Water main extension - Ironbark
- Ironbark
Our crews will be completing a water main extension in Wattle Street, Ironbark, on Wednesday 4 February between 8.30am and 12.30pm.
Works will result in a planned 4 hour water supply interruption for some customers in the area. Impacted customers have been notified and advised to store sufficient water for their need prior to the shutdown.
Once supply is restored customers in the area will need to run their taps for a short time until the water runs clear.
Minor traffic management will be in place.
Water main maintenance - Bendigo
- McIvor Road, Bendigo
On Thursday 5 February we’re completing water main repair works on McIvor Road, Bendigo between 10am and 2pm.
Works will result in a planned 4 hour water supply interruption for some customers in the area - impacted customers will be notified directly.
The area affected is along Lyttleton Terrace and the section of McIvor Highway until Abbott Street, Bendigo.
We’ll complete these works as quickly as possible to minimise any interruption time.
| Your stop tap |
Before the works, we strongly recommend you turn your stop tap off at your water meter. Once your interruption time ends, you can turn your stop tap back on. |
| What if I can’t find my stop tap or turn it off? | If you can’t turn your stop tap off, that’s ok, you can leave it on, however please do not use any water during your interruption time. If your stop tap is left on, you may notice discoloured water or air in your pipes for a short period after the works. Running your tap for a few minutes should clear this. |
| During the works | We recommend you store enough water for your household to use during the interruption. When your water is off, your toilet cistern won’t refill after you flush, so you may want to fill a bucket with water which can be tipped into your toilet. |
| Water quality | These works can cause temporary changes to the look of your drinking water. If this occurs, run your taps until the water runs clear. If problems persist, please contact us. Your water remains safe to drink. |
We thank you for your patience during these works.