Various upgrades and replacements will be conducted on the sewerage treatment plants across the region including structural components, pumps and switchboards.
The rapid development in the Atherton area has put pressure on the existing sewerage infrastructure. Capacity assessments and estimated growth data indicate the need to update sewerage treatment plants and other infrastructure. Reviewing of capacities and licensing requirements were conducted in late 2023. Detailed designs will be completed this financial year for upgrades in Peakes Gully and Cook Street.
Designs are being developed for a new pump stations and connections for Lakeside Drive and at Lakeside Motor Inn and Caravan Park, the upgrade of the existing sewerage pump station on Williams Avenue, and new sewer pressure main connections.
Contract T00125 for the design of the Yungaburra sewer upgrades was awarded to Ganden Pty Ltd for $239,071.53 including GST. A contingency of $23,907.15 including GST was approved for variations that may arise during the contract.