Sewer works in Harkaway completed in 2023

South East Water has been working with the City of Casey, under their Domestic Wastewater Management Plan, to identify areas where household waste from failing septic systems is polluting groundwater and the environment. Harkaway has been identified as an area where this is occurring.

To remove this risk for the community, we're extending the sewerage network to 104 properties in the Harkaway area, to reduce the use of existing onsite septic tanks on smaller blocks (under 0.4 hectares).

To schedule a connection day or arrange a free site visit from our Connections Team please call 1800 720 613 or email peninsulaeco@sew.com.au

What we're doing

We constructed the Harkaway Pressure Sewer Scheme to reduce the use of existing onsite septic tanks on smaller blocks (under 0.4 hectares). 

We also engaged with customers on larger blocks on the periphery of the scheme to determine their interest in having the sewer extended to their properties enabling them to connect. The map below shows the final alignment of the new sewer pipes to be installed.

Properties under 0.4 hectares are eligible to connect under the scheme. Any properties over 0.4 hectares or vacant blocks don’t qualify for connection under the scheme, however can still connect if the property fronts the new sewer main for an additional fee.

If your property is within the backlog area and is less than 0.4 hectares, you will receive a letter from us in 2024 confirming when the Backlog Tariff Fee will be added to your bill.

See below for the project FAQ, information on costs, and our hardship policy for those experiencing financial difficulties.

When it's happening

We started work in early March 2023 and have now completed the installation of the sewer mains.

If you live in the area and would like to connect your property to the sewer network, please call our Connections Team on 1800 720 613 to schedule your connection.

All customers in the backlog area will now see the Backlog Tarriff Fee on your bill. For more information see the Know your costs fact sheet below. 

Where we will be working

Blue legend icon Location of pressure sewer pipes

Blue legend icon   Extended scope of works

Blue legend icon   Backlog boundary

Documents

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HARKAWAY PRESSURE SEWER SCHEME

Contact us via phone

Connections: 1800 720 613
Project enquiries: 1800 330 129

Contact us via email

Connections: peninsulaeco@sew.com.au
Project enquiries: engagement@sew.com.au

Contact us via post

Harkaway Sewerage Scheme
PO Box 2268
Seaford VIC 3198

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