The Central Interceptor is a super-sized wastewater tunnel that will reduce overflows, creating a better environment for you to enjoy.

Today, sewage is fully treated except when it rains and then some pipes overflow into our waterways, which isn’t nice for you or the environment.

The Central Interceptor is an integral part of Watercare’s long-term strategy to effectively manage wastewater within Tāmaki Makaurau, to protect public health and the environment and to provide for growth. 

The Central Interceptor will run underground from Western Springs, near the Auckland Zoo, to Watercare’s Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant. It will have several link sewers and shafts along the route for collecting and transferring wastewater into the tunnel.

What to expect:

Only 20 tickets are available!

Guests who go on-site will need Personal protective equipment (PPE) – We shall encourage participants to bring their own Glasses, gloves, shoes, high-vis pants and long sleeves, when they have. The hard hat will be provided by the contractor. 
If you don't have any, let us know the size requirements when you register, at least one week in advance so that Watercare prepare these for you.

Speaker(s)

Antoine FoulonSenior Project Engineer for Central Interceptor at Watercare Services Limited Team Watercare

Marie BonnaudProject Engineer Environmental Team at Watercare Services Limited

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