Investigation into chemical source

The Fraser Coast Regional Council will launch an investigation into the source of chemicals that are disrupting the Torbanlea Sewage Treatment Plant.

“Recently, an excessive amount of some type of chemical has entered the Torbanlea sewage treatment plant,” Cr James Hansen said.

“Putting excessive amounts of chemical products, such as cleaning agents, insect repellents, paints or acetones down your sinks, drains or toilets disrupts the sewage treatment process.

“Sewage treatment plants rely on bacteria to process waste and these chemicals kill the bacteria, which affects our ability to process the waste and meet our environmental obligations and is often costly to fix.”

Residents can dispose of up to 20 litres of engine oil or unwanted household chemical products for free at our waste facilities, except for Burrum Heads and Aramara transfer stations.

The Fraser Coast Regional Council will launch an investigation into the source of chemicals that are disrupting the Torbanlea Sewage Treatment Plant.

“Recently, an excessive amount of some type of chemical has entered the Torbanlea sewage treatment plant,” Cr James Hansen said.

“Putting excessive amounts of chemical products, such as cleaning agents, insect repellents, paints or acetones down your sinks, drains or toilets disrupts the sewage treatment process.

“Sewage treatment plants rely on bacteria to process waste and these chemicals kill the bacteria, which affects our ability to process the waste and meet our environmental obligations and is often costly to fix.”

Residents can dispose of up to 20 litres of engine oil or unwanted household chemical products for free at our waste facilities, except for Burrum Heads and Aramara transfer stations.