South East Water is delivering critical upgrades to drinking water, recycled water and sewer mains to support one of Melbourne’s newest and fastest-growing communities, Pakenham East.
In line with the Victorian Housing Statement, these works are helping unlock land for new housing and ensure essential services are in place for thousands of future homes.
Delivered in partnership with Zinfra, Jaydo, WSP Joint Venture, the 12 km of pipe works is progressing well, with trenching, pipe installation and tunnelling works underway.
South East Water general manager Liveable Water Solutions, Charlie Littlefair said the project would future-proof water and wastewater services for thousands of new homes and businesses.
“These major works are a great example of how we’re building for the future while meeting the needs of customers today.
“With rapid growth across residential and non-residential developments, we’re working closely with our partners to deliver water services, including much-needed recycled water infrastructure.
“In a drying climate, expanding our recycled water network across Melbourne is important to securing long-term water supplies for homes, businesses and green spaces,” said Mr Littlefair.
South East Water expects the Pakenham East works to continue until mid-2026.
For more information visit Pakenham East Sewer, Recycled water and Potable water mains upgrade | South East Water
Covering 630 ha, Pakenham East is one of Melbourne’s newest suburbs supporting around 7,000 new homes, schools, community hubs and businesses part of Victoria’s growth corridor. This growth is outlined in Cardinia Shire Council’s Pakenham East Precinct Structure Plan (PSP).
The utility is investing $2.1 billion between 2023 and 2028 in capital projects to support population growth, climate adaptation, regulatory compliance and rising customer expectations. This includes expanding its network with more than 14,700 km of water pipes, 1,500 km of recycled water pipes and 11,600 km of sewer pipes delivered in 2024–25.
