27 June, 2025
Goulburn Valley Water will release fully treated recycled water from its Yea Wastewater Management Facility into the Yea River over the coming weeks.
This release is in accordance with EPA requirements and will not alter the strict water quality monitoring processes which remain in place to protect the health of local communities and the environment.
Upgrades to the irrigation infrastructure at GVW’s Yea farm, carried out over the summer period, temporarily prevented recycled water reuse from occurring at the site. These upgrade works are now complete in preparation for the upcoming irrigation season.
During the irrigation infrastructure upgrade works, the Yea Golf Club continued to access recycled water as normal.
With onsite storages at the Yea Wastewater Management Facility nearing capacity, a continuous release of up to 1 megalitre per day of EPA Class C recycled water will be made into the Yea River.
The release is expected to begin early July 2025 and continue until September 2025.
GVW’s Wastewater and Recycling Coordinator, Stuart Harris, said this controlled release will prevent uncontrolled overflows and protect critical infrastructure.
“The release will continue until lagoon levels are returned to a safe and manageable level.”
The water being released has undergone full treatment and meets EPA Class C recycled water standards.
GVW has informed the EPA of the release and will work closely with them to monitor for any potential environmental impacts.
For more information, contact GVW’s 24/7 Customer Service Centre on 1800 454 500.
