Applying for a permit A property with a septic tank or wastewater treatment system requires a Permit to Install and a Certificate to Use. You may also need a permit if you are making alternations to your property.
Purchasing a property with septic Find out more about things you should check before purchasing a property with a septic wastewater system.
Maintaining your wastewater system All wastewater systems require maintenance to keep them working effectively. Find some helpful tips for inside and outside the home to keep your system in good water order.
Report an incident You can report an environmental nuisance and/or pollution incident to council for further investigation if you are experience unpleasant odours.
Request an inspection If you are buying a property, have just moved into a property or are planning alterations to your house or landscaping, you can request a council inspection.
2022-27 Municipal Domestic Wastewater Management Plan The Municipal Domestic Wastewater Management Plan (MDWMP) outlines the management strategies and actions planned by council to address identified issues with wastewater management across our communities.
Understanding historic septic systems An historic septic tank is an in-ground tank made onsite using either bricks or concrete and only took black (toilet) water, with grey water disposed of separately. These are not mechanical systems and rely on gravity and good bugs to work.
Understanding conventional septic systems Conventional septic systems are a living ecosystem contained within a concrete or plastic in-ground tank where good bugs live, digest and treat the wastewater from your kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and toilet.