Artist impression of the new Lowood Sewage Treatment Plant with established landscaping
Urban Utilities has invested $45 million to upgrade the sewerage system for the towns of Lowood and Fernvale to cater for future growth and development in the area.
Latest news
We are excited to announce as part of the finalisation of the Lowood Fernvale Sewer Upgrade Project the landscaping of the area outside the new Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) on Forest Hill Fernvale Road was completed in June 2023.
The landscaping has been placed in the area indicated in red in the map below. For an example of what to expect, please see the artist impression above.
What can I expect?
As the landscaping has now been completed it will be maintained by for a further 12 months and then passed to the Council for ongoing care.
Photos of the area whilst being maintained to allow the trees to become established


When is this happening?
Landscaping maintenance will be in place for 12 months ending in June 2024 and then handed over to the Council to provide ongoing care.
To find out more
To find out more about the Lowood-Fernvale Sewer Upgrade, you can:
- Email us via Community.Feedback@urbanutilities.com.au, or
- Call our Contact Centre on 13 26 57 (8am - 6pm)
Thank you for your patience during this essential work.