The new wastewater treatment plant is set to transform the island’s infrastructure, ensuring it can continue to thrive as a key destination for tourism and regional development.

The project will deliver a membrane bioreactor plant producing class A effluent, sized for 480 equivalent persons. An amenities block half-way along Fisherman’s Beach is also being constructed.

Completion of the first stage of the wastewater treatment plant project will have sufficient capacity to service the Great Keppel Island Hideaway resort, Great Keppel Island Holiday Village, new visitor amenity blocks and northern freehold allotments on Fishermen’s Beach, with capacity for future growth.

October 2025 Project Update

Construction commences on GKI Wastewater Treatment Plant

Construction is now underway on Livingstone Shire Council’s Great Keppel Island (Woppa) Wastewater Treatment Plant project, marking an important milestone in delivering modern, sustainable wastewater infrastructure for the island community.

Council’s construction partner, Pensar, has commenced preliminary works, including vegetation clearing and trenching in preparation for installation of the new wastewater piping network. These works will be followed by construction of the main treatment plant and associated pump stations over the coming months.

Residents and property owners will be contacted in the near future regarding individual home pump station locations and access arrangements, with installations scheduled to commence in early 2026.

Council continues to work closely with the Queensland Government, Pensar, and the Woppaburra Traditional Custodians as construction progresses to ensure the project reflects shared environmental, cultural, and community values.

The completion of this new wastewater treatment system will be a vital step toward supporting Great Keppel Island’s long-term sustainability and reputation as a premier tourism destination.