Western Sewer Augmentation

• Project value$1,140,000.00
• Completion Date31 January 2025

Parkes Shire Council will undertake the construction of a 1,650-meter gravity sewer main. This essential infrastructure project will connect the Parkes Special Activation Precinct (SAP) to the town’s existing sewerage network, ensuring that the new industrial development is seamlessly integrated into the local wastewater system. 

The new sewer main will begin at a point east of the intersection of Hartigan Avenue and Blaxland Street. From there, it will run along the northern side of Hartigan Avenue before crossing to the southern side and passing beneath the active rail corridor. The pipeline will continue eastward, crossing Forbes Road, and will connect to an existing manhole on Austral Street, linking the SAP directly to the Parkes town sewerage system.

Project Benefits

• Enhanced Wastewater Infrastructure: Improves the efficiency and capacity of the existing sewerage system, ensuring reliable wastewater management for the Parkes Special Activation Precinct (SAP).
• Economic Growth Support: Facilitates industrial development within the SAP, driving job creation and regional economic prosperity.
• Public Health Protection: Ensures safe and effective wastewater disposal, contributing to better public health and environmental protection.
• Operational Efficiency: Streamlines the integration of new and existing sewerage systems, reducing the need for future upgrades and minimising operational costs.
• Future-Ready Design: The project supports the long-term growth of the Parkes region, with infrastructure designed to accommodate an expanding population and future development needs.
• Sustainability: Contributes to the sustainable growth of Parkes by enhancing essential infrastructure, enabling the region to attract new businesses and residents.
• Funding Support: The project is fully funded by the Rural Growth and Development Corporation, demonstrating its strategic importance to the region's development.