Gawler East: Martin Road, Concordia Road, Sunnydale Avenue and Schomburgk Drive

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Upgrading our water network in Concordia and Gawler East

To improve capacity and secure reliable water services for existing and future customers in the Roseworthy region, we’re upgrading the local water network in Concordia and Gawler East.

Construction is now underway, with new water mains being installed alongside existing mains to strengthen the network as well as the construction of two new Booster Pumps Stations. 

When and where we’re working
(See maps below for details)

Martin Road, Concordia and Sunnydale Road, Gawler East

Starting in 2025, new water mains were installed along Martin Road, Concordia and Sunnydale Avenue in Gawler East to ensure reliable services for current and future customers in the Roseworthy area. The new pipes were installed alongside the existing pipes to increase the capacity of the current infrastructure.

Martin Road, Concordia

Sunnydale Avenue and Concordia Road, Gawler East


Concordia Road, Concordia

From November 2025, we’ll be upgrading the local water infrastructure along Concordia Road. This includes replacing the existing booster pump station located at the corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way. Construction of the new booster pump station began in late November 2025 and will continue through to mid-2027.

Schomburgk Drive, Gawler East

From mid-2026, we will be upgrading the water infrastructure at Schomburgk Drive in Gawler East, which includes the installation of pipes under the road a new booster pump station.

We will aim to complete these works as efficiently as possible, minimising disruption to the community.

What to expect

  • changed traffic arrangements will be in place across the area until mid-2026
  • work may take place during the day, at night or on weekends to help maintain schedule and minimise disruption
  • you may notice some noise, vibration and dust during construction
  • we’ll continue working closely with the community to minimise impacts wherever possible.

Please note: Timeline dates are subject to change based on program requirements and weather conditions.

What happens to roads and footpaths after our works?

We work closely with the local council and follow all required reinstatement obligations, reinstating the parts of the road, footpath or the environment directly impacted by our works.

Find out more about reinstatement

Nearby works

As part of this major upgrade, other nearby works are also happening on:

Go back to the project home page

Need more information?

Visit our FAQs page for answers to the most asked questions.

Upgrading our water network in Concordia and Gawler East

To improve capacity and secure reliable water services for existing and future customers in the Roseworthy region, we’re upgrading the local water network in Concordia and Gawler East.

Construction is now underway, with new water mains being installed alongside existing mains to strengthen the network as well as the construction of two new Booster Pumps Stations. 

When and where we’re working
(See maps below for details)

Martin Road, Concordia and Sunnydale Road, Gawler East

Starting in 2025, new water mains were installed along Martin Road, Concordia and Sunnydale Avenue in Gawler East to ensure reliable services for current and future customers in the Roseworthy area. The new pipes were installed alongside the existing pipes to increase the capacity of the current infrastructure.

Martin Road, Concordia

Sunnydale Avenue and Concordia Road, Gawler East


Concordia Road, Concordia

From November 2025, we’ll be upgrading the local water infrastructure along Concordia Road. This includes replacing the existing booster pump station located at the corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way. Construction of the new booster pump station began in late November 2025 and will continue through to mid-2027.

Schomburgk Drive, Gawler East

From mid-2026, we will be upgrading the water infrastructure at Schomburgk Drive in Gawler East, which includes the installation of pipes under the road a new booster pump station.

We will aim to complete these works as efficiently as possible, minimising disruption to the community.

What to expect

  • changed traffic arrangements will be in place across the area until mid-2026
  • work may take place during the day, at night or on weekends to help maintain schedule and minimise disruption
  • you may notice some noise, vibration and dust during construction
  • we’ll continue working closely with the community to minimise impacts wherever possible.

Please note: Timeline dates are subject to change based on program requirements and weather conditions.

What happens to roads and footpaths after our works?

We work closely with the local council and follow all required reinstatement obligations, reinstating the parts of the road, footpath or the environment directly impacted by our works.

Find out more about reinstatement

Nearby works

As part of this major upgrade, other nearby works are also happening on:

Go back to the project home page

Need more information?

Visit our FAQs page for answers to the most asked questions.

  • Traffic changes - Concordia Road between Barossa Valley Way and Springbett Road, Concordia

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    When: 20 May for approximately 2 weeks

    Where: Concordia Road between Barossa Valley Way and Springbett Road, Concordia

    Hours of work: 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday (road closure in place 24/7)

    Key Details:

    • this section of road will be closed to traffic at all times
    • please follow the detour signage on-site


    Detour


    Please note, traffic arrangements may change depending on site conditions. We’ll restore any impacted roads, footpaths or the environment as soon as it’s safe and practical to do so.

    Thank you for your patience while we complete these essential works.

    When: 20 May for approximately 2 weeks

    Where: Concordia Road between Barossa Valley Way and Springbett Road, Concordia

    Hours of work: 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday (road closure in place 24/7)

    Key Details:

    • this section of road will be closed to traffic at all times
    • please follow the detour signage on-site


    Detour


    Please note, traffic arrangements may change depending on site conditions. We’ll restore any impacted roads, footpaths or the environment as soon as it’s safe and practical to do so.

    Thank you for your patience while we complete these essential works.

  • Traffic changes Sunnydale Avenue, Gawler East

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    During April and May we will prepare to turn on new pipes that have recently been installed along Sunnydale Avenue and Concordia Road. Learn more about the commissioning process.

    Further final works are planned which will require additional Sunnydale Avenue Road closures. Up-to-date information will be displayed on roadside message boards, local signage and on Water Talks.

    Upcoming works

    When: Monday 20 April to mid-May 2026

    Where: Sunnydale Avenue, Gawler East

    Hours of work: 7.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday

    Key Details

    • Sunnydale Avenue will be closed to through traffic 24/7
    • local access will be maintained at all times
    • if your driveway is affected, we will notify you in advance
    • works will be in multiple locations along Sunnydale Avenue
    • please follow the detour signage on-site.

    Please note: Timeline dates are subject to change based on program requirements and weather conditions.

    We appreciate your patience as we complete this important work.

    Find out about detours near you

    During April and May we will prepare to turn on new pipes that have recently been installed along Sunnydale Avenue and Concordia Road. Learn more about the commissioning process.

    Further final works are planned which will require additional Sunnydale Avenue Road closures. Up-to-date information will be displayed on roadside message boards, local signage and on Water Talks.

    Upcoming works

    When: Monday 20 April to mid-May 2026

    Where: Sunnydale Avenue, Gawler East

    Hours of work: 7.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday

    Key Details

    • Sunnydale Avenue will be closed to through traffic 24/7
    • local access will be maintained at all times
    • if your driveway is affected, we will notify you in advance
    • works will be in multiple locations along Sunnydale Avenue
    • please follow the detour signage on-site.

    Please note: Timeline dates are subject to change based on program requirements and weather conditions.

    We appreciate your patience as we complete this important work.

    Find out about detours near you

  • Day works – corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way

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    From November 2025, we’ll be upgrading the local water infrastructure along Concordia Road. This includes replacing the existing booster pump station located at the corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way.

    To support these major network upgrades, a site compound will be established at the junction of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way, Gawler East. The compound will include offices, staff amenities, carparking and storage areas for machinery and construction materials. It will be set up with our contractors, John Holland Guidera O’Connor Joint Venture, from late November 2025.

    Construction of the new booster pump station will begin in late November 2025 and continue through to mid-2027.

    We’ll aim to complete these works as efficiently as possible, minimising disruption to the community.


    When: Late November 2025 – mid-2027

    Where: Corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way

    Hours of work: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Saturday

    Please note: Timeline dates are subject to change based on program requirements and weather conditions. In the event of extreme heat, our crews may begin work one hour earlier, commencing at 6:00am.

    Thank you for your patience while we complete these essential works.

    Find out about detours near you.

    From November 2025, we’ll be upgrading the local water infrastructure along Concordia Road. This includes replacing the existing booster pump station located at the corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way.

    To support these major network upgrades, a site compound will be established at the junction of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way, Gawler East. The compound will include offices, staff amenities, carparking and storage areas for machinery and construction materials. It will be set up with our contractors, John Holland Guidera O’Connor Joint Venture, from late November 2025.

    Construction of the new booster pump station will begin in late November 2025 and continue through to mid-2027.

    We’ll aim to complete these works as efficiently as possible, minimising disruption to the community.


    When: Late November 2025 – mid-2027

    Where: Corner of Concordia Road and Barossa Valley Way

    Hours of work: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Saturday

    Please note: Timeline dates are subject to change based on program requirements and weather conditions. In the event of extreme heat, our crews may begin work one hour earlier, commencing at 6:00am.

    Thank you for your patience while we complete these essential works.

    Find out about detours near you.

  • Stay informed and have your say

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    As we upgrade our water and wastewater networks, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and where we can improve. Visit this link to have your say.

    Read our Community Newsletter for updates on works happening near you, how we’re working to minimise disruptions, and ways to stay informed.

    As we upgrade our water and wastewater networks, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and where we can improve. Visit this link to have your say.

    Read our Community Newsletter for updates on works happening near you, how we’re working to minimise disruptions, and ways to stay informed.

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