Upper Coliban Reservoir currently closed
- Upper Coliban Reservoir
Please note Upper Coliban Reservoir is currently not available for public use until further notice.
Planned water interruption - Neale Street, Kennington
- Neale Street, Kennington
On Thursday 12 February we’re completing water main maintenance works on Neale Street, Kennington between 7.30am and 12.30pm.
Works will result in a planned 5 hour water supply interruption for some customers in the area - impacted customers will be notified directly.
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.
Planned water interruption - Mill Street, Kennington
- Mill Street, Kennington
We’re making a change to the configuration of our water network in Kennington to improve the efficiency of the network.
On Wednesday 18 February between 8am to 1pm our crews will be adjusting water valves and flushing pipes in the area surrounding Mill Street, Kennington.
These works may result in a short 5-10 minute interruption to the water supply for some customers. These customers have been notified.
We recommend affected customers store sufficient water for your day’s need prior to the shutdown.
Minor traffic management will be in place.
Your water remains safe to drink.
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.
With a focus on fire recovery, the rural Coliban Water January invoices have not yet been issued.
We expect to issue further information in the coming week regarding accounts.
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.
Pipeline construction – Maiden Gully
- Maiden Gully
Work to install the Maiden Gully to Marong Pipeline continues near Edwards Road and Glenelg Drive in Maiden Gully.
As part of the next stage of construction of the Maiden Gully to Marong Pipeline, we are building a new water main both through the existing easement between Glenelg Drive and Edwards Road.
From Tuesday 10 February, works will start near the intersection of Smiths Road and Edwards Road, extending up the easement to Glenelg Drive. Here it will join the previously installed water main that makes up the Maiden Gully to Marong Pipeline.
Works will be completed on weekdays between 7am and 5.30pm. We plan to finish these works in late May.
Access to the easement area between Glenelg Drive and Edwards Road may be limited during these works.
This means we may need to temporarily close some sections of the Glenelg Drive Reserve Dog Off Leash Area, between mid-March and late May. We’ll install temporary fencing for safety before we start the works.
We will work to reopen sections of the reserve where possible, only closing the areas where we’re working. You will still be able to access your property as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience.
For further project information visit connect.coliban.com.au/maiden-gully-marong-pipeline