Urunga Sewage Treatment Plant site visit
Published on 30 July 2024
Bellingen Shire Council hosted a site visit to the Urunga Sewage Treatment Plant (UTSP) on Monday 29 July with key stakeholders, showcasing the significant progress made in the first phase of the landmark Sewering Coastal Villages project.
Member for Oxley, Michael Kemp MP and NSW Government representative Carla Antunes (Manager of Safe and Secure Water Program) were invited to a site visit, led by Mayor Cr. Steve Allan and Council staff. The tour provided attendees with an in-depth look at the advancements achieved since construction commenced earlier this year.
This crucial upgrade aims to modernise wastewater services across Bellingen Shire's coastal communities, ensuring robust infrastructure for the future and enhancing environmental protection.
The Sewering Coastal Villages project is funded by over $11 million from the NSW Government and more than $27 million from Bellingen Shire Council.
"Today's site visit was an excellent opportunity to showcase some of the early progress made in this landmark project,” said Mayor Cr. Steve Allan.
“It was great to show Michael and Carla firsthand the work being progressed, which will be key to providing sustainable and efficient wastewater services for our coastal communities.
“I wanted to thank the NSW Government for their support with funding, and both Michael and Carla for making the time to visit the site and see the importance of this significant project for our Shire.”
The upgrade of the Urunga Sewage Treatment Plant to double its capacity to cater for up to 10 thousand people is being carried out by experienced company Leed Engineering.
The tender process for Phase 2, which involves installing low pressure sewerage systems in Raleigh and Mylestom, is expected to get underway later this year.
A project webpage has been set up on Council’s website (Bellingen.nsw.gov.au), with a range of information and resources available for community members.