Overview
North Alstonville wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 12,249 people in Alstonville, New South Wales, Australia. It is an operational facility located within 50 km of the coast.
North Alstonville wastewater treatment plant is located on Johnstons Road in Alstonville, within the Ballina Shire Council area of New South Wales, Australia. The plant serves a population of around 12,249 people and is classified as a medium-sized agglomeration under Australian regulatory frameworks. As an operational facility, the plant is expected to meet state-level wastewater treatment standards under the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA) regulations. Australian treatment plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients before discharge. The plant's discharge ultimately flows into the Richmond River catchment, which drains into the Tasman Sea near Ballina. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic ecosystems, including estuarine habitats important for fish and migratory birds.
Environmental context
The plant is situated within the Richmond River catchment, which flows into the Tasman Sea near Ballina. The downstream environment includes estuarine wetlands and coastal habitats that support a variety of aquatic species. The region's subtropical climate and proximity to the coast make nutrient management important for protecting downstream water quality and marine ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Johnstons Road in Alstonville, within the Ballina Shire Council area of New South Wales, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 12,249 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
The plant discharges into the Richmond River catchment, which flows into the Tasman Sea near Ballina.
The plant operates under New South Wales EPA regulations, which require wastewater treatment plants to meet state-level discharge standards for environmental protection.
Australian plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment processes, including biological treatment and sedimentation, to reduce organic pollutants and nutrients before discharge.
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