Unitywater is replacing thousands of outdated water meters across suburbs in Moreton Bay, including Burpengary, Kallangur and Caboolture, to help households receive more accurate water bills and support future infrastructure needs in the growing region.
Focus On Fair Billing And Future Planning
Unitywater began replacing old water meters in June 2024 as part of its broader infrastructure renewal plan. The program targets more than 11,000 meters due for replacement by mid-2025, focusing on those worn out from age or heavy use.
Over 9,000 meters have already been swapped across the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions, including 2,472 in Burpengary and Kallangur. Older meters can become inaccurate over time, which may affect household water bills.
Unitywater says the process takes about 30 to 60 minutes, with only brief water interruption. Residents are notified at least two days ahead and receive a follow-up card showing the old meter’s final reading.
A Major Investment In Local Infrastructure
The water meter rollout is part of Unitywater’s five-year capital program, which includes a $400 million investment in water and wastewater network upgrades. This sits within a larger $1.8 billion infrastructure plan, the biggest in the utility’s history.
In Caboolture, Unitywater is also building a 15-megalitre water tank and several kilometres of pipeline. These works will support Waraba, the future community planned for Caboolture West. That area is expected to grow to around 70,000 residents over the next four decades.
Caboolture Plays A Central Role
The suburb plays a central role in Unitywater’s long-term planning as demand in northern Moreton Bay continues to rise.
Projects like the Waraba wastewater network and the Caboolture River Nutrient Offset are part of this strategy. These efforts include new pipelines, pump station upgrades and riverbank restoration. Together, they aim to support growth while protecting the region’s water health.
Residents Encouraged To Stay Informed
Unitywater recommends that residents visit its website for updates on works in their area and to learn more about the maintenance and renewal program. The utility continues to provide notice before any meter work is carried out and is aiming to make the process as smooth as possible for households.
As the region grows and more homes are built, Unitywater says it is committed to keeping services reliable and infrastructure ready for future generations.
Published 25-June-2025
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