Fire Damage Closes Houseboat Sewer Pump Out System

Wentworth Shire

On the morning of 22 January 2025, a small fire occurred underneath the gangway structure at the Houseboat Effluent Disposal System in Adams Street, Wentworth.

While the fire was contained by the local Rural Fire Brigade, the gangway and underneath pipework and services was damaged. Cause of the fire is yet to be determined.

Wentworth Shire Council has had to close the system from future use until the damaged pipework and services can be repair.

Houseboat owners are directed to use the Dareton Effluent Disposal System until further notice.

Wentworth Shire Council apologises for any inconvenience.


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