- Location
- Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands from the northern end to just south of the Surf Lifesaving Club
- Description of Works
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Works to upgrade the sewer rising main will occur until June 2025, site conditions and weather permitting.
The existing 370m long sewer rising main pipeline, constructed in 1976, is located along the eastern side of Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands.
This asset has been condition assessed and identified as being at the end of its service-life and needing replacement. This project is included in Council’s 2024/25 Capital Works program with work to be carried out by a Contractor.
- Commencing
- Late January 2025
- Completion
- June 2025
- More information
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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 worksAlong Millennium Esplanade north of the Surf Life Saving Club.
- Saturday works: Between 1 and 15 March, site conditions and weather permitting.
- If in the area, please follow signs and directions.
Project works are occurring at the northern end of Millennium Esplanade with a no-through road closure currently in place near the Tannum Sands Surf Life Saving Club.
Carparks remain accessible from Beach Av or Creek Rd accesses but with some parking restrictions.
There is still pedestrian access to the beach, Surf Life Saving Club, playground and to the southern end of the esplanade with detours in place around work areas.
