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To ensure the fast-growing town will have a good water supply well into the future, we’ll extend the Drouin water system by constructing a new main in the north-west growth corridor.
The new main will run along Princes Way from Hearn Street Drouin towards and down Wellwood Road to the intersection with Longwarry Road.
The new main will ensure we can meet the increased demand for water as the town grows.
The larger water main we’re installing also ensures customers at the highest points of the town maintain good water pressure.
Construction is expected to begin in 2026-27 and be complete in 2027.
Fast facts
Location: Princes Way and Hearn Street Drouin
Timing: The project is expected to be completed in 2027.
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Customer benefits
The project will:
- Ensure the water supply for Drouin into the future.
- Resolve water pressure issues for customers in the higher points of the town.
Environment and cultural heritage
As the new main runs through potentially significant areas, we’ve completed a cultural heritage assessment and developed a Cultural Heritage Management Plan for construction.
We also completed ecological environmental assessments including studies for threatened species such as the Warragul Burrowing Crayfish.
A construction environmental management plan will be implemented during construction.
Consultation and engagement
We regularly consult with relevant authorities and stakeholders on all projects.
We welcome direct comments and enquiries from the community at any time.
Project timing
We expect construction to start late 2026 and continue through 2027.