Controlled discharge activated for Steuart McIntyre Dam Published on 28 April 2025 The dam is approaching 100% capacity and a controlled discharge has been activated. Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
Mayor's Column: Advocating for our needs Published on 26 March 2025 It's an important part of my role as Mayor to be in critical conversations and continue representing the needs of our community to the other levels of government. Tagged as: , Mayor's column, Water and Sewer
Sod turns on new $8 million Willawarrin Water Treatment Plant Published on 24 March 2025 Better quality drinking water is around the corner for Willawarrin residents as shovels hit the ground on a new $8 million state-of-the-art water treatment plant. Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
$52.9 million locked in for landmark water infrastructure project Published on 21 March 2025 Kempsey has secured funding from the Australian and NSW Labor Governments to kickstart work on one of the largest water infrastructure projects on the Mid North Coast that will future proof the drinking supply of Kempsey, Frederickton, Smithtown and Gladstone. Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
Is Kempsey Shire’s water supply safe to drink? Published on 20 February 2025 Yes, you can continue to enjoy clean and safe drinking water from our local water supplies! Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
That's not poo...so what is safe to flush? Published on 13 February 2025 What can we do as Kempsey residents to reduce the costs, disruption and overall ick factor of sewer blockages? Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
Kempsey's tap water clears safety tests, well below PFAS limits Published on 05 February 2025 Independent laboratory testing has confirmed Kempsey Shire Council’s tap water remains safe to drink and well below current and proposed reduced limits for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) set by the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG). Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
That’s Not Poo! Colouring-in Competition Published on 03 February 2025 Get your crayons, pencils, and markers ready—it’s time to get creative! Tagged as: , Community Life, Water and Sewer
Stop the clog and keep drains flowing Published on 02 December 2024 Imagine a fountain on your street—not the kind you’d wish for, but one caused by a sewer blockage. When foreign items clog our pipes, this unsightly and disruptive risk looms. Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
Kempsey’s call to conserve: Are you water wise? Published on 29 October 2024 In the heart of the Macleay Valley, water does more than just quench our thirst—it fuels our health, sustains our landscapes and keeps our community thriving. Tagged as: , Water and Sewer