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Wastewater
Sustainable wastewater & caring for our environment
Wastewater is all the water that goes down the drain in our houses and workplaces and must be treated before it can be returned to waterways. Wastewater includes water from showers, baths, and washing machines.
Our plant operates 24/7, 365 days per year. So why does it smell sometimes? Well, sewage is a pretty smelly subject anyway. A fine balance of biochemistry stops bad odours travelling most of the time. However, if that balance is removed, by weather changes, or chemicals in the network, it will impact the ponds.
Blockages can also cause a bad smell. You must never flush disposable wipes! Only pee, paper and poo should go down the loo. Your wastewater goes on a journey from your home, property, or business to our Wastewater Treatment on Dalefield Road.
Congratulations! You still own your wastewater until it leaves the boundary of your property! If there’s a poonami, your prize is to call a plumber. Your poo is our problem once it leaves your property.
Our long-term vision is to remove all effluent discharges to water, except in exceptional circumstances. Completing the Wastewater Treatment Ponds upgrade at Daleton Farm will help achieve 100% of our wastewater discharged to land.
Is your drinking water REALLY safe to drink?
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