SOUTHERN Downs Regional Council water officers will begin water meter readings across the region from this week.
The meter reading is expected to happen until approximately mid-September.
Southern Downs Regional Council’s Manager Water and Wastewater, Tendekai Mapeza, urged ratepayers and tenants to ensure their water meters were easily accessible to meter readers.
“Check your water meters are free from debris, grass, garden mulch, soil and other obstacles,” he said.
“As ratepayers, you are responsible for water infrastructure on your property’s side of your water meter, including leaks in pipes or fixtures.
“If meters and stop taps cannot be located easily, water damage to your property and the cost of water consumption could escalate.”
In the event property gates are locked or animals prevent council officers accessing residents’ water meters, a calling card will be left in the letterbox asking residents to contact the council officer who attended the property to arrange access.
Water notices are scheduled to be issued in early October. For further information about water meter readings, contact council on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372) or visit council’s website at www.sdrc.qld.gov.au.
