Our Selfs Point Sewer Transformation project team has been buzzing with energy, as 43 Year 8 female students from Fahan School swapped the classroom for boots and hard hats to explore one of TasWater’s most significant water and sewerage infrastructure upgrades. This formed part of the Fahan School's science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) program.
Delivered in joint venture by UGL, CPB Contractors and TasWater, this major upgrade is TasWater’s largest project to date. It aims to expand and modernise the existing treatment plant, helping to futureproof central Hobart’s wastewater network, support population growth, and better protect the health of the River Derwent.
As part of the project's commitment to education, community engagement, and inclusion, the team hosted a guided site tour showcasing key areas of the project - the Selfs Point project construction zone, existing treatment plant and onsite laboratory. The visit also included a water education session, featuring insights into purification of recycled water.
Each session was led by our passionate subject matter experts, including incredible women working across engineering, science, and operations, who shared their own career journeys and encouraged the students to explore future possibilities in infrastructure and water services.
Work at Selfs Point is currently focused on constructing new concrete structures for primary and secondary treatment, alongside the new pumping station at Macquarie Point and the interconnecting pipeline.
This work is part of a broader transformation of Hobart’s sewer network, which includes:
- Expanding the treatment plant to handle up to 25 megalitres of wastewater per day
- Constructing a 4.3-kilometre pipeline connecting Macquarie Point to Selfs Point
- Decommissioning the aging Macquarie Point Sewage Treatment Plant
These upgrades are designed to significantly reduce nitrogen and phosphorus levels in the Derwent River, improving marine health and ensuring the system can support population growth well into the future.
This visit reflects the joint venture's ongoing commitment to creating meaningful, real-world experiences that inspire curiosity, champion diversity, and build connections with the next generation of changemakers within the community.