Low water pressure – Campbells Creek
- Campbells Creek
Updated
Repairs to a burst water main on the Midland Highway near Yapeen are now complete.
Water pressure has been restored to normal for customers in Campbells Creek.
Water remains safe to drink for Campbells Creek customers.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while our crews carried out these essential repairs. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Earlier
We're aware of a burst water main on the Midland Highway near Yapeen.
As a result, some customers in Campbells Creek may be experiencing lower than normal water pressure.
Our crews are working to repair the burst main and restore normal water pressure as quickly as possible. We expect water pressure in Campbells Creek to return to normal once repairs are complete.
Water remains safe to drink for Campbells Creek customers.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank customers for their patience while we complete the repairs.
Further updates to follow.
Wet weather impacting sewer network
- Various locations
The ongoing wet weather has resulted in higher-than-normal flows entering the system, and we are currently responding to a number of sewer spills caused by the excessive rainfall.
Our crews are working across the network to contain and clean up affected areas as quickly and safely as possible.
In addition, our Environmental Response Officers (EROs) are prioritising and attending affected sites to assess impacts and ensure appropriate reporting requirements are met. Where sewer spills have occurred, the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) will be notified as required.
If you see a spill or notice anything unusual, please report it immediately on 1300 363 200.
Thank you for your patience as we work to manage the impacts of this wet weather event.
Boil Water Advisory – Guildford and Yapeen
- Guildford and Yapeen
Coliban Water, following consultation with the Department of Health, advises that customers in Guildford and Yapeen should boil their drinking water until further notice.
This advisory has been issued following a burst to a water main in Guildford, that supplies Guildford and Yapeen.
The burst resulted in a supply interruption for Guildford and Yapeen customers and very low water pressure for others which may cause ingress into the system and compromise the safety of the drinking water.
Coliban Water advises customers to bring water to a rolling boil before being used by heating the water until a continuous and rapid stream of air-bubbles is produced from the bottom of a pan or kettle. Kettles with automatic cut-off switches are suitable. Variable temperature kettles should be set to boil.
After heating, water must be allowed to cool before using it and stored in a clean, closed container for later use. Care should be taken to avoid scalding injuries especially around children.
Boiled water can be used for:
- drinking
- preparing beverages
- washing and preparing food
- preparing baby formula
- brushing teeth
- making ice
Unboiled water can be used for washing your hands, showering and bathing, flushing toilets, washing clothes and dishes (ensure dry before use), and garden watering. Ensure water is not ingested whilst bathing.
To assist our customers in Guildford and Yapeen, water trailers have been located at the John Powell Reserve in Fletcher Street and at the Guildford General Store in Templeton Street. You can fill drink bottles or other suitable containers at any time to supplement your drinking water supply. A supply of bottled water is also available.
Consumption of unboiled water can cause gastro-like symptoms. If you experience any of these symptoms, please contact your GP and inform your GP of this advisory.
Please share this advice with neighbours and friends in the affected area. If you are the owner of a rented property, please ensure tenants are aware of this advisory.
We will provide more information here and on Facebook as the situation changes.
If you have further questions, or have additional needs, please contact us on 1300 363 200.
Planned water interruption - Huntly
- Huntly
We will be installing a water main extension in Greene Street, Huntly, on Friday 21 August between 9am and 2pm.
During this work some customers will be without water. These customers have been notified.
We recommend impacted customers store enough water for their day prior to the shutdown. When your water is off, your toilet cistern won't refill after you flush. You may want to fill a bucket with water which can be tipped into your toilet for a manual flush.
When supply is restored, you will need to run your taps for a short time until the water becomes clear.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused. For more information, please call 1300 363 200.
Planned works – Kyneton
- Kyneton
We are replacing the flow meter at the Park Valley Tank in Caroline Chisholm Drive, Kyneton on Thursday 20 August and Friday 21 August.
To minimise the impact to customers' water supply, the majority of work will be completed between 10pm and 3am.
You may notice some noise if you're in the area, particularly between 10.00pm and 11pm on Thursday evening when we need to cut a pipe. We have informed nearby residents and will do our best to keep noise to a minimum. We apologise for any inconvenience.
A flow meter is a device that measures the volume and speed of water moving through a pipe. The current flow meter is at the end of its life and needs to be replaced.
There will be no interruption to your water services during these works. Your water remains safe to drink.