BOIL WATER ALERT LIFTED

Key points

• Residents no longer need to boil their town water before drinking it, after a council lifted its boil water alert. The alert, which began on 24 September 2026, was lifted with immediate effect on 13 October 2026.
• Water supply regulators have advised that the town supply is now safe to drink and use as normal. The council has thanked residents for their patience, understanding and cooperation during the period.
• The notice was issued by chief executive officer Shane Gray.