Update 6 September 2025:

Late on 5 September 2025, there was an isolated event at the Biosolids Thermal Drying Facility at the Black Rock Water Reclamation Plant that resulted in a release of odour. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. We’re following up with the facility operator to investigate the cause of the event.

We’re undertaking essential maintenance works at the Biosolids Thermal Drying facility at the Black Rock Water Reclamation plant (WRP) throughout the month of September.

This will require the temporary storage of biosolids in a storage lagoon for the duration of the works. We’ll be required to transport biosolids from the WRP to our storage lagoon across Black Rock Road, Connewarre.  

Please refer to the map below for the location of these works.

As part of this work, please note:

• There will be several daily truck movements, between 8 am and 4 pm, including on weekends, across Black Rock Road, Connewarre. transporting biosolids from the WRP to the temporary storage lagoon.

• Please be mindful of trucks entering and exiting this area.

• There may be an increase in odour, as we are working with biosolids. This is not harmful to people or pets, and we will work to minimise any impacts to nearby residents.

• There will be no interruption to your water and sewerage services as part of these works.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we repair this critical piece of infrastructure.

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Should you have any questions about this project, please telephone us on 1300 656 007 or email projects@barwonwater.gov.au.