Active Water Leak Detection Program
Orange City Council is pleased to announce its participation in one of the state's largest water saving initiatives, which will detect leaks across Orange's water network from 22 February 2026.
The NSW Government's Active Leak Detection Project uses cutting-edge equipment such as noise loggers, electronic listening sticks and ground microphones to pinpoint leaks and provide detailed reporting on pipes in need of repair.
The project, funded by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has engaged LeakTech, specialists in identifying hidden water leaks using advanced technology to accurately locate issues.
This initiative supports Council's ongoing commitment to improving water security across the Orange Local Government Area, helping to reduce water loss, lower operational costs, and strengthen the reliability of local water infrastructure.
The Active Leak Detection Project forms part of the NSW Government's $35.3 million Water Efficiency and Regional Leakage Reduction Program.
To date, the program has surveyed 27,500 kilometres of water mains, detected more than 4500 leaks, and repaired leaks saving 9390megalitres of water annually across regional councils.
Orange City Council Infrastructure Policy Committee Chair Cr Jeff Whitton said the project will deliver significant benefits to the community now and into the future.
"Protecting our water supply is one of Council's top priorities, and projects like this give us a clearer picture of where improvements are needed. By finding leaks early, we can save significant amounts of treated water and ensure our network remains reliable for the whole community," Cr Whitton said.
"This program is an important step in strengthening Orange's water infrastructure for the long term. The insights gained will help us plan smarter, minimise water loss, and continue delivering a secure and sustainable water service for residents."
NSW DCCEEW Manager of Water Efficiency Programs, Jethro Laidlaw, said the project continues to deliver impressive results across the state.
"Through active leak detection, we've saved billions of litres of water that would have otherwise gone to waste, and we're pleased to be working with Orange City Council to help safeguard valuable water resources for the community."
https://www.orange.nsw.gov.au/news/water-leak-detection/
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