Planned works - Castlemaine Water Treatment Plant
- Chewton
Over the coming weeks we will be working at the Castlemaine Water Treatment on McCay Reservoir Road on Saturdays as part of the construction of our new clear water storage tank.
This is to install the steel walls on our new 6 megalitre clear water storage tank. These works should not involve heavy machinery, extra noise or regular traffic on McCay Reservoir Road.
When completed, the tank will provide extra water security for the Castlemaine community, who rely on the plant to provide them with drinking water each day.
Works will begin on Saturday 16 May and will continue for about 9 weeks, weather permitting. Works will take place from 7am to 3pm on Saturdays. We may not be required to work every Saturday.
Please be aware of extra traffic in the area.
If you have any questions please call 1300 363 200.
Routine maintenance – Cohuna Water Reclamation Plant
- Cohuna
We’re carrying out routine maintenance on one of our lagoons at the Cohuna Water Reclamation Plant.
Machinery will begin arriving on site from Monday 25 May, with works starting shortly after. The works will involve removing solids that settle in the lagoon over time as part of the sewage treatment process. This maintenance will improve our routine operations at the plant.
During the works, you may notice noise and dust. We’ll aim to reduce this by wetting down the site where possible to reduce dust.
You may also notice more trucks in the area as we transport material from the plant. We expect around three to four truckloads per day.
We don’t expect these works to cause odour, but if you do notice it smells worse than usual or you have any other concerns, please call us during business hours on 1300 363 200.
Your sewer services will not be impacted during these works. Thanks for your understanding while we complete this routine maintenance.
Water treatment plant upgrades - Cohuna
- Cohuna
We are upgrading the Cohuna Water Treatment Plant as part of our Water Treatment and Storage Upgrade Program, a $40 million program of upgrades across our service region. Upgrades will include replacing the pump station, electrical upgrades and improvements to water treatment processes at the plant.
Between April and June, we'll be doing site preparation and upgrading underground pipes. We'll be working on weekdays between 7am and 5.30pm.
During works you may notice noise and dust. We’ll aim to reduce this by wetting down the site where possible to reduce dust. You may also notice more trucks in the area using the plant entrance on Cohuna Island Road.
There will be no interruption to your water services as part of these upgrades.
For more information visit connect.coliban.com.au/water-treatment-and-storage-upgrades
Echuca Water Tower
- Echuca
Update Thursday 9 July 2026
With the Echuca Water Tower no longer part of the town’s water supply, we have moved to the next stage - the careful and safe removal of the structure. This is a large and complex project. Works began on Tuesday 9 June and are expected to continue through to late-November 2026.
Because of the tower’s location, temporary road closures are required and in place on parts of High Street and Pakenham Street near the site. These closures began Monday 15 June and are expected to remain in place until late-November.
Works are being carried out Monday to Friday between 7am and 6pm, and occasionally on Saturdays between 7am and 3pm. We are limiting noise, dust, and inconvenience wherever possible, while keeping our team, contractors, and the community safe.
Pedestrian exclusion zones, traffic management, and temporary road closures are in place to ensure safety.
If you're passing the tower, you may see road closures, signage and temporary fencing. Please follow any instructions provided to ensure your safety.
What to expect next?
Initial works have involved the removal of nearby power lines and the installation of additional footings at the base of the tower. A freestanding scaffold structure is currently being built to assist with the removal of the tower.
As of 9 July, a crane has arrived onsite. This crane is required to complete the scaffold structure and will remain onsite to assist with the removal process of the tower.
Upcoming Community Drop-In Session
We're holding a community drop-in session where you can learn more about the Echuca Water Tower removal project.
It’s a great opportunity to meet our team, learn more, and ask questions about the project.
We’ll be at Fuzion Café, 258 Pakenham Street, just opposite the tower:
• Wednesday 23 July, between 10am and 12pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
More information
For the latest information, FAQs, and a project timeline visit connect.coliban.com.au/echuca-water-tower.
Contact us on 1300 363 200 or email coliban@coliban.com.au with any questions or feedback you may have.
Blue-green algae detection - Mysia and Dingee
- Mysia and Dingee
We are experiencing poor raw water quality due to blue-green algae being detected in the raw water supply at Mysia and Dingee.
We have increased our water quality testing program to monitor the situation more closely.
Customers in Mysia and Dingee are reminded that the town’s water supply is untreated and not suitable for drinking, food preparation, brushing your teeth or ice-making. It is recommended that pets are not given this water to drink.
For additional blue-green algae water quality information visit Connect Coliban.