Project Overview

The Yarraville water main renewal is a proactive infrastructure upgrade that will ensure the local area has continued access to a safe and reliable water supply.

These works will be delivered by Downer on behalf of Greater Western Water.

  • When will works take place?

    Works will start on the week commencing Monday 20 April 2026.

    Most construction will take place during daytime hours, 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

    We may need to complete some activities at night. We will notify you before any night works start and share more information.

  • How long will works take to complete?

    Construction will take about 12 to 16 weeks.

    We will then complete reinstatement within around 3 weeks of finishing construction. All roads, driveways and footpaths will be restored at this time.

    We will let you know as soon as possible if there are changes to our work timelines.

Works will be completed in stages

  • Stage 1

    Week starting Monday 20 April.

    Willis Street (between Anderson Street and Murray Street).

    Works will take about 4 weeks.

  • Stage 2

    Week starting Monday 18 May.

    Schild Street (between Willis Street and Stephen Street).

    Works will take about 4 weeks.

  • Stage 3

    Week starting Monday 15 June.

    Anderson Street (between Willis Street and Ballarat Street).

    Works will take about 4 weeks.

  • Stage 4

    Week starting Monday 13 July.

    Ballarat Street (between Anderson Street and Simpson Street).

    Works will take about 4 weeks.

Where are we working?

The lines on the map below indicates where we will be working:

  • Willis Street - West side
  • Schild Street - North side
  • Anderson Street - North side
  • Ballarat Street - West side

Our site compound will be located in Willis Street.

What to expect during our work

We'll make every effort to reduce the impact of our work where possible.

  • Changes to traffic conditions

    There will be some changes to traffic conditions, road surfaces and driveways during our work.

    Traffic controllers will help vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians safely navigate the area.

  • Businesses are still open!

    All streets (including Anderson Street and Ballarat Street) are still open for business! We will be working closely with traders to make sure it's business as usual for locals and visitors, so you can continue accessing your favourite spots.

  • Construction noise and dust

    There will be construction noise and dust from machinery and vehicles during working hours.

    We will minimise noise and dust where possible.

  • Changes to parking

    Construction will take place in some of the street parking bays. We may also use some spaces for storage of materials and machinery at times.

    Our site compounds will be located in parking bays in Willis Street.