Coliban Main Channel blockage - Sedgwick
- Coliban Main Channel, Sedgwick
Our crews are attending a blockage on the Coliban Main Channel at Wirths Tunnel near Youngs Lane in Sedgwick.
Debris from the recent fires in Harcourt has washed into the channel, causing the blockage.
This blockage is impacting our ability to deliver water to parts of the rural network including Spring Gully Channel, Abbotts Channel, Mannes Channel, Emu Valley #1 Channel, Emu Valley #2 Channel and the Coliban Main Channel downstream of the issue.
Our rural network provides water to our rural customers for irrigation and stock use. There is no impact to our drinking water networks which supply the towns in our region.
Due to the unknown structural condition of the tunnel, it is critical that a thorough assessment is completed before any crews enter, to ensure their safety. As a result, resolving the blockage may take some time.
An assessment is scheduled for this Friday. Following the inspection, we will provide an updates to affected rural customers outlining the next steps and anticipated timeframe to resolve this issue.
Once the issue is resolved, all water orders placed will be fulfilled however there may be delays due to the backlog of orders we receive during this time.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Please check this website or our social media for updates or call us on 1300 363 200.
Harcourt updates
- Harcourt
For further information visit connect.coliban.com.au/harcourt or call 1300 363 200.
For our rural customers
With the community focussed on recovery efforts, our rural invoices for January have not yet been issued. We expect to issue further information soon 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
Our crews are currently carrying out repairs and removing fallen trees along the channels and pipelines near Harcourt affected by the fires.
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.
Planned water interruption - Mill Street, Kennington
- Mill Street, Kennington
Updated
The changes to the configuration of our water network in the area surrounding Mill Street, Kennington area are now complete.
Earlier
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.
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
Taste and Odour - Goornong, Gunbower and Pyramid Hill
- Goornong, Gunbower and Pyramid Hill
Your water is safe to drink.
We are aware some customers in Goornong, Gunbower and Pyramid Hill are noticing changes in the taste and odour of their water.
We want to assure you that your water is being regularly tested and remains safe to drink. However, we appreciate the changes to taste and odour are not ideal, and we are working quickly to ensure it is back to normal as soon as possible.
Further information on how hot weather can impact your drinking water can be found here.
Please continue to check this page for the latest updates, or call us on 1300 363 200.