H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) has been detected in Victoria. If you see sick or dead birds on the Peninsula, avoid contact and record what you see. Report it online or via the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Learn more or make a report to DEECA
If a mains sewer is available, and your property has a septic system, you can connect to the sewer by contacting South East Water on 1800 720 613. If your property is in the area from Rye to Portsea, you may be eligible to connect to mains sewer through South East Water's ECO program.