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Goulburn Valley Water

Locality: Shepparton, Victoria

Phone: +613 5832 4800, 1800 454 500

Address: 104-110 Fryers St 3630 Shepparton, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/

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24.01.2022 We'll be carrying out some smoke testing on our sewer networks in Kialla on Friday to help us identify any potential odour issues so we can continue to improve our services. The oil we use to generate the smoke is non-toxic and completely harmless, and is not a fire hazard. Please don't be alarmed if you notice smoke coming from sewer man holes, gutter connections, sewer vent stacks or inspection openings near properties where we're testing along sections of Gordon Drv, Cooper Place, Mokoan Ave, Kiewa Crt and Mitta Crt. Testing will run from 9am to 5pm and we’ve notified all affected residents. More information available here: https://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/service-interruptions

24.01.2022 We’d like to hear your opinion! As we ease closer towards COVID Normal, we’re considering how we engage with our customers and community going forward. Traditionally, spring, summer and early autumn are our busiest times for water cafes and to host pop-up drop in sessions for you to chat to us about upcoming projects. We’d love to know how you feel about us re-starting some community engagement work in line with all restrictions and under COVIDSafe principles. Take our very short poll here! https://gvwcx.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_805Nrpccsl5V2ND

23.01.2022 In line with the reintroduction of Stage 4 restrictions in Victoria, our Fryers St and Shepparton Operations Centre (Florence St) offices will be closed to the public from 4.30pm today, Friday 12 February, expected to reopen at 8.30am on Thursday, 18 February. Our staff are working from home and happy to help with any enquiry you might have. For billing enquiries, phone us on 1300 360 007 For 24/7 assistance or for faults/emergencies, phone 1800 454 500... Send us an email at [email protected] # Find us on Facebook or Twitter Manage your account online through the myGVW portal Find more information, please visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au

22.01.2022 Where do plastics end up once they leave the recycling bin? Tune in for this insight into the #StoryofPlastic, which chronicles the many stages of plastic production and the waste it leaves behind. Goulburn Valley Waste and Resource Recovery Group is hosting a free screening of the documentary this week as part of National Water Week. Switching out your single-use plastic water bottles for a reusable one can help stop plastic going to landfill where it takes 450 years to decompose! Register for your link (places are limited - available until Oct 25) here:https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/water-week-the-story-of-pla

22.01.2022 Are you interested in a career in the water industry? We're seeking applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people for a traineeship position in our Northern Operations and Maintenance team, based in Cobram. Applications close at 5pm on 4 December - for more information or to apply, visit: https://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au//c/employment-opportunities

22.01.2022 Happy #WaterwiseWednesday! To save water, wait until your dishwasher or washing machine is full before turning it on - and if it has an eco-mode, make sure that's selected! Most dishwashers don't need you to pre-rinse dishes either - just scrape any leftovers into the organics or normal bin! Every drop counts - together, we can save a lot of water! For more tips, visit: gvwater.vic.gov.au/everydropcounts

21.01.2022 Understanding your opinions as customers and getting feedback on how we can do things better is a critical part of improving how we deliver our services. Over coming weeks, randomly selected customers will be invited to share their thoughts on a number of topics to understand customer satisfaction we encourage you to participate if you receive a call. Research will be conducted by an external company (TKW Research) and your privacy will be protected at all times. If you have any questions about your account, don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Accounts and Services team on 1300 360 007.

21.01.2022 Shepparton High Rate Anaerobic Lagoon cover removal project update We're more than a quarter of the way through installing the new cover at the Shepparton Wastewater Management Facility's 5ha lagoon. We're on track to complete the installation over the lagoon's high reactivity zone in the next couple of weeks. Watch our video below to see how the cover installment is progressing! You can also find all the latest project updates here: https://bit.ly/2UbaDCD

20.01.2022 Our water main replacement works are continuing in Euroa near Seven Creeks Park, where we're installing a new section of 280mm-diameter main via a technique called horizontal directional drilling - a trenchless, minimal impact option. We've bored and pulled the pipe through in Kirkland Avenue and will be starting soon on a section under the creek - we've been working with the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority to ensure the right depth to protect the creek environment. The bores will be drilled progressively larger to allow the pipe to be pulled through early next week. Please be careful around the works and follow any traffic management requirements - we're sorry for any inconvenience!

20.01.2022 With temperatures set to soar in the next couple of days, remember to stay hydrated! Pop a jug of water in the fridge, and remember to take a reusable water bottle out with you. Did you know that it only takes a 1% drop in your body's water levels to affect your concentration, mood and energy levels?

19.01.2022 What a difference a year (and a bit) can make! These two photos show our Sunday Creek reservoir the first is from March 2019, where the storage level was only at 13% and Stage 2 water restrictions were about to be introduced. The second, taken last week, shows the reservoir at 100% capacity and spilling (the first time in nearly four years!) great news ahead of warmer summer months and predicted increase in demand. In the past couple of years, we’ve been doing a lot o...f work behind the scenes to improve the security of the water supply for the Kilmore region, including new supplementary pumped supplies and network leak detection initiatives. Reservoir storage levels are updated regularly and can be found here: www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/water/water-resources

19.01.2022 Get your experiment on for National Water Week! Jump online and take part in some fun and free virtual events featuring water-based experiments you can do at home to learn more about the water cycle, rain gauges, the behaviour of water, water filters and more! Find more information and links to the videos, available on-demand for free here: https://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/community/national-water-week

18.01.2022 Sawmill Settlement and Merrijig Boil Water Notice LIFTED Residents of Sawmill Settlement and Merrijig are advised that the Boil Water Notice has been lifted. Testing has shown that there is no contamination of the Sawmill Settlement and Merrijig water supply system. Water is safe for all drinking, washing and food preparation purposes. Please run water for 3 minutes prior to first use. Customers may notice that the water supply smells and tastes faintly of chlorine over the n...ext few days as water disinfected at a higher rate is delivered through the system. GVW thanks customers for their patience and co-operation and we are sincerely sorry for any inconvenience caused. More info at: www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/service-interruptions/incidents

17.01.2022 Our offices are closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday - but our teams are still working around the clock so your taps continue to run. For faults or emergencies, please call our 24/7 Customer Service Centre on 1800 454 500. We wish everyone a happy, safe and relaxing Easter break!

15.01.2022 Shepparton's largest sewer main - responsible for transferring almost all of the town's wastewater to the wastewater management facility - is set to be replaced over coming months. Works have already begun on the $5.5 million project, which will see the 3.4km main upgraded to a larger, almost 1m-diameter pipe to help ensure capacity to manage any increase in flows resulting from potential residential or industrial growth. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3jqXp0m

14.01.2022 Do you have a passion for ensuring water resources are managed sustainably, overseeing water network capacity and capability planning, or developing long-term strategic infrastructure planning? We have just the career opportunity for you! We’re looking for three people to join our Planning and Climate Resilience team based in Shepparton, in a mix of vacant and new roles. Our ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, as well as sound analytical and problem solving skills. Applications close at 5pm on Friday 25 September for more information or to apply, visit www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/about-us/careers

14.01.2022 This story comes from across the Pacific Ocean, but it's still every bit as relevant here - don't flush wipes down the toilet Even if they say they're flushable, they're often not, and will cause costly blockages in the sewer system. Only flush the 3 Ps - pee, poo and toilet paper - only toilet paper will break down quickly when it's flushed!

14.01.2022 Always Was Always Will Be Yesterday marked the beginning of #NAIDOCWeek for 2020. We recognise the Traditional Owners who have been the caretakers of this land and its resources including water for more than 65,000 years. We’re proud to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

14.01.2022 Want a chance to win $50 off your next water bill? Tell us your thoughts about our customer portal, myGVW - or if you haven't used it, let us know why! You feedback will help us keep improving the portal to ensure the best user experience. Survey closes at 11.59pm on Sunday, 28 February. Take the survey here: https://gvwcx.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_25LdtOhB4Y6eBed

12.01.2022 Setting up your home work station with a full bottle of water each morning is a great way to make sure you're getting enough water throughout the day.

12.01.2022 Happy National Water Week! While this year’s celebrations are unlike any other, we encourage you to get involved and consider how you can learn more about the value of water. Our pick for tomorrow is a session at 11.30am featuring Olympic gold medallist and Melbourne Water Principal Advisor Aboriginal Engagement Nova Peris OAM, as she reflects on the National Water Week theme ‘Reimagining our Water Future’. You can find more information about live-stream and on-demand events at our website: https://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/community/national-water-week

12.01.2022 We’re looking for a Farm Trainee to join our Central Wastewater team in a two-year traineeship to help develop skills and knowledge in the agriculture industry. This hands-on role will see you gain skills relating to irrigation, livestock (animal husbandry), pasture management, cropping and general farm maintenance a great opportunity for someone passionate about pursuing a career in agriculture. We’re also looking for a Senior Project Engineer who has high level experience and knowledge relevant to water industry assets, project and contract management, systems and associated administration. Applications for both roles close at 5pm on Friday 2 October to apply or for more information, visit www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/abo/careers/employment-opportunities

11.01.2022 It's World Toilet Day today, a day to celebrate our humble household porcelain throne But did you know more than 4.2 billion people don't have access to safely managed sanitation systems like we have in Australia? This year, the theme for the United Nations' World Toilet Day is sustainable sanitation and climate change. Climate change is getting worse and floods, drought and rising sea levels are threatening sanitation systems - from septic tanks to treatment plants. Everyone needs sustainable sanitation that can withstand climate change and keep communities healthy and functioning. Want to learn more? Visit https://www.worldtoiletday.info/

11.01.2022 When you change your clocks for daylight savings this weekend, remember to check the clock and timers on your automatic sprinklers! Consider how long you really need to run the sprinklers for watering for longer and less often helps encourage plants to grow drought-tolerant root systems. Check what kind of sprinklers you have for example, pop up/fixed spray systems generally only need to run between 10-15 minutes. Turn them off if there’s rain forecast in the next couple of days. With more than 50% of household water being used outdoors, running your sprinklers less can save plenty of water! Remember, every drop counts!

11.01.2022 BOIL WATER NOTICE still in place: Sawmill Settlement and Merrijig residents need to boil water for drinking & food prep as water quality issues are being resolved. First round test results show we are resolving the issue. If testing results are clear tomorrow the Boil Water Notice may be lifted. www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/service-interruptions/incidents... Customers can continue to access drinking water supplies between 7.30am and 7.30pm at the Merrijig Water Treatment Plant, located on the corner of Mt Buller and Carters Roads. Bottled water is available, and a water tanker is onsite please bring clean suitable containers to fill. We thank customers for their continued cooperation and support.

09.01.2022 Like working outdoors? Looking for a hands on and rewarding job? We have just the opportunity you may be looking for! We currently have a role available in our Central Operations and Maintenance team - applications close at 5pm on Friday 19 February. This is a great opportunity for someone to start their career in the water industry or for an experienced operator to gain further skills and knowledge. For more information or to apply, visit: https://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/about-us/careers

09.01.2022 National Water Week celebrations are heading online this year! We’ll be celebrating virtually from October 19 to 25, this year themed around reimagining our water future. Water is a precious resource and access to clean, safe water is an important part of everyday life so how do we conserve it so there’s enough for future generations? Along with other Victorian water authorities, we’ll be presenting experiments, a theatre show, videos and learning activities as part of the Online Learning Festival. You can find more information closer to the event on our website: https://www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/community/national-water-week

08.01.2022 We’ve hit a key milestone in our project to replace the 5ha cover on the High Rate Anerobic Lagoon at the Shepparton Wastewater Management Facility the first section of the new cover was constructed earlier this week! There’s a new barge (spanning the width of the lagoon), allowing crews to build each section of the cover, progressively welding each 8m-wide roll of cover in place. You can read more about this $10.4 million project here: www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/projects/current-projects

06.01.2022 EUROA WATER MAIN WORKS We’re starting work in Euroa to replace a section of water main in Seven Creeks Park as part of our annual Water Main Replacement Program, to continue improving the reliability of our services. Works are expected to take about four weeks as we replace an almost 50-year-old section of water main underneath the creek, which connects to Foy St. Traffic management may be in place along the northern side of Kirkland Avenue intermittently during the works please obey all signage. There’ll be no impact to your water supply - thanks for your patience while we carry out these important upgrades!

04.01.2022 Did you know Australians use water in their homes more than 16 times a day? Think you reach for your taps more, or less? Take @SmartWaterMark’s Water Night challenge, and see how you go between 5pm and 5am on Thursday 22 October, commit to only using one bucket of water. No shower, no taps, no running water (using water to wash your hands or for other coronavirus (COVID-19) safe measures is exempt). Sign up now at www.waternight.com.au now!

02.01.2022 Yep that's right, plastic bottles last around 450 years. If only we aged as well as plastic! That’s 450 reasons why you should choose tap water and remember to take a reusable water bottle with you if you’re heading out into the lovely spring weather!

01.01.2022 Have we got your mobile number? Text messages are an easy and quick way for us to provide you with key information immediately, no matter where you are; and you can check when it suits you. We'll send you text message for any planned work, service interruptions, and repair programs messages will only ever be about your service or important information/advice you should know. We may also use text messages to seek your feedback on our services. All customer information wil...l be protected and stored in line with our Privacy Policy. Update your details here https://bit.ly/3mKATkl or call our Customer Accounts and Services team on 1300 360 007.

01.01.2022 BOIL WATER NOTICE: Sawmill Settlement and Merrijig residents still need to boil water for drinking and food prep as water quality issues continue. We will keep flushing the reticulation system until 5pm today. Pressure fluctuations may occur in your water supply as a result. We will resume flushing in the morning. www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/service-interruptions/incidents Alternative drinking water supplies are available between 7.30am and 7.30pm at the Merrijig Water Treatment P...lant, located on the corner of Mt Buller and Carters Roads. We have limited bottled water supplies and a water tanker is onsite please bring clean suitable containers to fill. The Boil Water Notice is likely to remain in place for the next couple of days. We are sorry for the inconvenience - thanks for your patience.

01.01.2022 Water supply interruption - Seven Creeks Park toilet block, Euroa We're almost finished the water main replacement works at Euroa, despite a minor delay when we encountered a sand layer on the northern side of the creek. To connect the new water main, we'll need to turn the water off to a small section of the nearby area - we'll let affected customers know via text and a notice in their letter box. However, this will also mean there's no water from 9am to 1.45pm on Monda...y (November 30) at the toilet block at Seven Creeks Park - we're really sorry for any inconvenience! Signage will be placed at the block to remind people on the day. : Works underway at Seven Creeks Park

01.01.2022 Sludge, sludge, and.. more sludge? Works are progressing well on the project to replace the cover on the High Rate Anaerobic Lagoon at the Shepparton Wastewater Management Facility. The old cover has been fully removed, the concrete edge beam has been replaced and repaired, while works at the inlet will continue over coming weeks. We’ve also almost finished removing more than 1000 tonnes of sludge and scum. We know some residents in northern Shepparton are experiencing intermittent odour as a result of the works which may increase during spring weather conditions. We’re really sorry about this and are working to complete the project as soon as possible. You can read more or stay up-to-date on the project at: www.gvwater.vic.gov.au/projects/current-projects/