GWMWater, working with the West Wimmera Shire Council, is investing in Goroke to provide a sewerage system. The Goroke Sewerage Scheme will provide residents with a reliable, and effective wastewater collection and treatment system. The sewerage scheme will use current septic tanks on properties and deliver a reliable and effective wastewater collection and treatment system which will contribute to the prosperity and future growth of the town.
For information about the relevant charges that will apply, as well as concessions or subsidies available see our Goroke Sewerage Scheme charges and subsidies 2023/24 overview. If you need more information, or need support to apply for subsidies, please call our Customer Service Team during business hours on 1300 659 961.
Stage 1
Construction of Stage 1 of the Goroke Sewerage Scheme was completed in October 2021. In March 2022 the Goroke Wastewater Treatment Plant was completed. Customers within Stage 1 can arrange connection to the new sewerage system and should seek quotes from a licenced plumber before applying to connect.
Information about how to connect is available in this Fact sheet - How to Connect - Goroke Sewerage Scheme.
Stage 2
The Goroke Sewerage Scheme is progressing well with Stage 2 of the project expected to be completed by late July 2024.
Contractor S&R Engineering and Construction Pty Ltd will start work on the second stage of the STED (Septic Tank Effluent Drainage) sewerage network in Goroke in late March 2024.
Contractor CHS Group are progressing the construction of a new sewerage pump station on Natimuk–Francis Road, Goroke. These works are expected to be completed in June this year.
Goroke Sewerage Scheme - Stages 1, 2 and 3 Map
Checklist for customers - connecting to the Goroke Sewerage Scheme
Media Release - Goroke Sewerage Works - Stage 2 progresses - March 2024
FAQs - Goroke Sewerage Scheme - updated 3 August 2023
Media Release - Goroke Sewerage Scheme Works Progress - December 2023
Media Release - GWMWater to improve the environmental health of Goroke - April 2019
Terms of Reference - Goroke Sewerage Scheme
