System Updates and Alerts

Friday, January 12th, 2024

Unplanned Interruptions Hansen Report
Day/Date Location Issue
Tuesday, 3rd September 2024 - Tuesday, 3rd September 2024Poowong, Alberton

With power outages continuing, it’s placing pressure on your sewer systems. If you’re experiencing slow drainage, gurgling or unusual noises from your pressure sewer or even a sewer overflow, call us immediately on 1300 851 636.

Monday, 2nd September 2024 - Monday, 2nd September 2024Toora, Welshpool, Port Welshpool, Port Franklin

Power outages are affecting our Agnes River system which supplies water to your towns. The water is safe to drink, however we ask that you consider reducing water use for the next few hours while we fix the system.

Monday, 2nd September 2024 - Monday, 2nd September 2024Poowong, Loch, Nyora, Port Albert

Your sewerage systems are powered by electricity. Limit water use such as showers and baths while power is out. Flushing may become difficult if this region-wide power outage continues.

Monday, 2nd September 2024 - Monday, 2nd September 2024Welshpool

UPDATE 6.06pm:

Thanks to our team for so quickly fixing a difficult mains break in the town. All residents should now have water. If you experience some discolouration to your water, simply run the tap for a few minutes.

Parts of Welshpool will be temporarily without water as we’re working to repair a mains break. Water should be back on shortly. We will update you if that situation changes.

Monday, 2nd September 2024 - Monday, 2nd September 2024Poowong

We’re currently hard at work fixing a mains break in your area. You may experience some interruption to your water supply or pressure. This is temporary while we work to fix this break.

Thursday, 4th July 2024 - Thursday, 4th July 2024Fish Creek

You may be experiencing a lack of water or low water pressure at the moment. We’ve just had a water main break in your area. We’re on ground right now working to fix this as soon as possible.

Thursday, 4th July 2024 - Thursday, 4th July 2024Fish Creek
Boil Water Advisory now declared.
We have quickly repaired the water mains break but we’re now flushing the system to clean it out. As a precaution, we’ve declared a Boil Water Advisory for your town. This means all residents should boil any water for drinking purposes until further notice.
Monday, 8th July 2024 - Monday, 8th July 2024Fish Creek
Boil Water Advisory lifted.
We have rescinded the Boil Water Advisory for Fish Creek after receiving the all clear from our water monitoring. Fish Creek residents no longer need to boil their tap water. We’d encourage you to run your household and garden taps for a few minutes to help clean the lines.
Tuesday, 3rd September 2024 - Tuesday, 3rd September 2024Poowong

Due to the power outage, we’ve started manually pumping down your waste tanks. This process takes time. To assist us to prioritise works, please call 1300 851 636 if you notice your sewer backing up on your property. If you can minimise your use of water and flushing of toilets, this helps us too.

Want more information on Pressure Sewerage Systems? Visit Your-Pressure-Sewer-System_A-Homeowners-Guide.pdf (sgwater.com.au)
Wednesday, 4th September 2024 - Wednesday, 4th September 2024Alberton

With the power outage continuing, if you notice your sewer backing up on your property, please call us immediately on 1300 851 636. We’re here to help. If you can minimise your use of water and flushing of toilets until the power returns, that will also help.

Planned Works & Interruptions Hansen Report
Day/Date Location Issue/Works
Monday, 5th August 2024 - Wednesday, 7th August 2024Langsborough and Port Albert
Routine flushing of the mains water system to clean out any sediment that may have accumulated between 9.30am – 3pm. Customers may notice some discolouration of their water. If this is the case, simply run your tap for a few minutes. For any disruptions, call 1300 851 636.
Thursday, 4th July 2024 - Saturday, 30th November 2024Korumburra
Commercial Street

Water mains renewal. Some properties will be connected to a temporary water supply during works and reconnected once their section is upgraded.

For any enquiries please contact South Gippsland Water 1300 851 636