Work will involve:  

• Removal and/or grouting of existing redundant sewer rising main (located under road and footpaths in some areas),  
• Installation of new sewer rising main,  
• New sewer rising main connection to the existing network,  
• Testing and commissioning of the new sewer rising main. 

What to expect

• Equipment and machinery operating in the area, noise and dust likely from the project area.  
• A temporary on-site work area has been established at the northern end of Millennium Esplanade. 
• At times, some pedestrian detours, disruption to traffic flow, and parking restrictions will be experienced along the esplanade.  
• Work is planned to occur in stages to help minimise public disruptions.  
• To keep the public safe, there may be times when some amenities near the immediate work area may also need to be closed. 

Planned works

Stage 3 works are complete with works currently occurring in two areas along the esplanade.

• Through traffic restored from Beach Avenue towards the Tannum Sands Surf Life Saving Club.
• Works underway (Stage 4) on the main sewer pit and gravity sewer main at the top, northern end of Millennium Esplanade. (see map below)
• Works are also occurring in the Stage 1 area near the toilet block towards the southern end of the esplanade. (area highlighted at bottom of map)
• Detours around work areas but pedestrian access remains to:
  • the beach,
  • Tannum Sands Surf Life Saving Club Café, Bar & Bistro,
  • playground,
  • majority of the esplanade.
• Carparks remain accessible, but with some parking restrictions.
• If in the area, please follow signs and directions.

Yellow areas highlight current work areas