A large tree stands in the foreground overlooking a blue lake, with hills and scattered houses featuring red and gray roofs set among greenery under a partly cloudy sky.

Huon Valley Council is sharing the following update from TasWater regarding upcoming works at Shipwrights Point.

As part of the Geeveston Effluent Outfall Relocation Project, TasWater will begin constructing a new sewer pipeline between Shipwrights Point and Geeveston Sewage Treatment Plant. This work is the next stage in connecting the recently completed outfall at Shipwrights Point to the future upgraded Geeveston Sewage Plant, helping to deliver improved environmental outcomes for the Huon River.

Works are expected to start on Monday 27 July 2026 and run until approximately February 2027 (weather/site dependent).

Work hours are Monday to Friday 7am–5pm and Saturday 8am–1pm. Occasional night works may occur for final road resurfacing.

Community impacts:

  • Increased traffic from crews, trucks and machinery
  • Temporary single-lane traffic arrangements and reduced speed limits
  • Minor travel delays
  • Temporary property access changes where required (affected owners will be contacted directly)
  • Coordination with Sacred Heart School around student drop-off/pick-up and bus movements

If you are traveling through the area, please allow additional travel time and follow all signage and directions from traffic controllers.

For more information, please visit TasWater’s Geeveston Outfall Relocation Project page or contact TasWater’s Capital Engagement Team on 13 6992.

Map showing a proposed new sewer pipeline route from Geeveston STP to Shipwrights Point, crossing Huon Highway and Kermandie River, with surrounding locations and highways labeled. Outfall pipe extends 260m offshore.
Project pipeline map