Barwon Water
Officials look at river flow and road closure
State authorities have been urgently assessing the Birregurra-Forrest Road and flows in the Barwon River after floodwater closed the busy road to traffic.
Dam that’s an amazing sight
Forrest’s West Barwon Reservoir is overflowing for the first time in seven years, with minor flooding causing the closure of a nearby road.
Average water bills to fall $5
Colac and district households will see a $5 decrease in their average water bill this year, a services regulator says.
Opportunities for reused water
Barwon Water is encouraging Birregurra businesses to explore opportunities for the use of recycled water for non-drinking purposes as part of an expressions of interest process.
Locals lead Birre water boost
A Birregurra initiative is saving more than 11 million litres of water a year by detecting leaks and boosting water efficiency.
Flush rate demonstrates Apollo Bay’s tourism influx
Sewage flows could point to higher-than-usual crowds at Apollo Bay this peak season.
People taking heed of toilet warnings
Barwon Water saw a decrease in “fatberg” sewer blockages in 2020, despite recording an increase during the first coronavirus lockdown.
Barwon Water plans big building blitz
Barwon Water plans to pump $469 million into capital works projects over the next five years to meet future growth and development.