South-west wastewater upgrade
Delivering new infrastructure to support population growth.
Duration
2015 - ongoing
Location
Waiuku, Glenbrook, Clarks Beach, Kingseat
Status
Planning
Project overview
As the southwest of Auckland develops, we need to expand our wastewater treatment infrastructure to support population growth in Waiuku, Glenbrook Beach, Clarks Beach and Kingseat. Currently, these communities are served by local wastewater treatment plants.
Our plan has been to replace these plants with one larger facility that can meet the needs of 30,000 people.
Past developments
In 2023, we purchased land in Glenbrook and lodged a Notice of Requirement with Auckland Council to designate it for wastewater treatment purposes. Council referred it to a panel of independent commissioners for review.
In late May 2024, the independent panel of commissioners recommended we withdraw our Notice of Requirement. After reviewing the commissioners’ feedback, we have decided not to pursue the designation of our land in Glenbrook for wastewater treatment purposes at this time.
Next steps
We will continue to work closely with the community to find a sustainable, affordable and appropriate long-term solution that enables the area to grow. Alternative options, including our Waiuku and Glenbrook sites, will be considered as we revisit the planning/ feasibility stage.
For the community to learn more about our proposed south-west wastewater servicing options and provide feedback, we will be hosting drop-in sessions in Waiuku, Clarks Beach and Glenbrook Beach. Members of the community can drop in at any time between 6-8pm to one of these sessions and speak with members of the project team.
Community events
Waiuku
18 February, 6-8pm Waiuku Community Hall 10 King Street, Waiuku
Clarks Beach
19 February 6-8pm Clarks Beach Yacht Club Torkar Road, Clarks Beach
Glenbrook Beach
20 February 6-8pm Glenbrook Beach Community Hall Glenbrook Beach Boat Ramp Reserve
Following these events, future community events will be scheduled.
Related projects
To support growth in the short to medium term, we are upgrading our Clarks Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant and constructing an outfall pipe into Waiuku Channel. See the project page for details.