Water and electricity meters
Complete the audit of all water and electricity meters and review contract and tariff arrangements to ensure efficient service connections and pricing.
Quarterly updates
Q3 · On Track
Energy and Water Efficiency Officer role has now been filled, and work has commenced on the audit process. This has included market sounding activities regarding Council's PPA options, as well as a billing review of our Small Sites. Additionally, a high-level scoping exercise has been undertaken to assess fixed water access charges and pipe sizing, aimed at establishing a foundation for more detailed analysis. Additionally, rectification and optimisation of existing self-generated energy assets continue on track and within budget, delivering energy independence and downward pressure on purchased electricity which can be exposed to price volatility due to fuel shortages.
Q2 · Minor Disruption
The audit will be progressed as part of the establishment of the Energy and Water Efficiency Officer role shared between Corporate Services and Strategy & Environment. Recruitment process currently underway.
Q1 · On Track
The audit will be progressed as part of the establishment of the Energy and Water Efficiency Officer role shared between Corporate Services and Strategy & Environment. Recruitment process currently underway.
Q4 is not due yet.
Where this sits
Initiative 5.2.6 is from the 2025–26 operational plan and works towards Excellence Objective 5.2: Financially sustainable Council.
Latest status: January to March 2026 · On Track