What's this project all about?
Ordinary household sewage comes into the system from drains in our homes before entering the vast collection of underground sewer pipes.
The toilet, kitchen, bathroom and laundry waste leave the house through a private sewer pipeline, before connecting up to a network of underground sewers and pump stations which TasWater maintains and operates.
As our sewer infrastructure ages, the rehabilitation of the sewer pipework is paramount. TasWater has begun an extensive state-wide project that will clean, inspect and then, if required, reline sections of the states vast sewer system.
During the relining process, a notable smell may be noticed. This is the curing of the new lining that has been placed within the sewer. It is important to note that there are no health implications from this smell, and it should dissipate quickly.
It is important to ensure that all sinks/drains are “primed” with water to prevent any smell from the relining process entering properties.
And don’t forget about the sewage do and do nots!
Disposing certain liquids down the sink can damage the sewerage system and make your wastewater difficult to treat, potentially causing harm to the environment. You can help to keep the cost of sewage treatment and maintenance down by being careful about what you put down the drain.
What you can do to help us look after your sewerage systems:
