West Wimmera Shire Council (WWSC) plays a significant role in the management of onsite wastewater within the shire. Council invests in infrastructure and regulatory measures to ensure the efficient and effective management of onsite wastewater systems (OWM), contributing to public health and environmental protection
What is the onsite wastewater management plan?
The plan aims to regulate onsite wastewater management within the shire. The key objectives of the plan are to:
- Develop long-term strategies for onsite wastewater system management.
- Guide decision-making about individual onsite wastewater systems.
- Provide enforcement and compliance options.
- Manage resources for proactive wastewater management.
- Foster cooperation between Council, the community, waste corporations, and catchment management authorities.
- Develop a Risk Assessment Framework to evaluate the risk levels of onsite wastewater systems and identify management strategies.
The updated plan includes a prioritised Action Plan with proposed timeframes for various tasks aimed at improving onsite wastewater management effectiveness, protecting public health and the environment, and ensuring sustainable future development within the Shire. It will also serve as a valuable tool for assessing planning applications in unsewered localities and providing guidance to property owners.
How you can be involved
Read the strategy
Read the draft Onsite Wastewater Management Plan below, or view a copy at Council’s Customer Service Centres, 25 Baker Street, Kaniva, or 49 Elizabeth Street, Edenhope.
Read the plan here(PDF, 2MB)
Provide feedback
Community members are invited to provide feedback on the draft Onsite Wastewater Management Plan. Council will consider community feedback prior to adopting the plan.
Feedback must be received no later than 5pm on Wednesday 3 July 2024. Feedback can be emailed to KiaraSilvester@westwimmera.vic.gov.au
Your input is valuable in shaping the future of onsite wastewater management in West Wimmera Shire.