Kallangur and Mango Hill are among the Moreton Bay suburbs now receiving digital water meters, as part of a broader rollout designed to improve leak detection, provide clearer billing and strengthen visibility across the water network.
Digital Rollout Targets Older Areas
Kallangur and Mango Hill are included in a regional rollout of digital water meters, with installations prioritised in older parts of the network where leaks are more likely to occur. The upgrade involves replacing traditional mechanical meters with modern digital devices that support earlier identification of potential issues within both individual properties and the wider system.
The rollout forms part of a broader program extending across multiple suburbs, with further installations scheduled to continue over the coming months. Additional suburbs in Noosa are set to receive digital meters as the expansion progresses.
Daily Data Improves Leak Detection
The introduction of digital meters changes how water use is monitored, shifting from quarterly readings to daily data transmission. The devices securely send water usage information, allowing for quicker detection of concealed leaks that may otherwise go unnoticed until a billing cycle is completed.
This increased frequency provides a clearer picture of water use across the network, supporting earlier notifications to customers and clearer billing.
Network-Based Installation Approach
The installation process in Kallangur and Mango Hill follows a network-based approach rather than a street-by-street rollout. This method aligns with the layout of water supply infrastructure, allowing more effective monitoring of defined sections of the network.
As a result, some residents may see neighbouring properties upgraded ahead of their own, depending on how each section of the system is scheduled. This approach supports more accurate identification of potential leaks beyond the household level.
Pilot Results Support Expansion
Earlier testing of digital metering across 10,000 properties demonstrated measurable results, including more than 800 million litres of water saved and over $5 million in customer savings. The program also assisted more than 3,000 households in identifying leaks early.
These outcomes have supported the broader rollout now reaching suburbs including Kallangur and Mango Hill.
How Meter Upgrades Will Be Carried Out
Households selected for upgrades in Kallangur and Mango Hill will receive a letter from Unitywater, followed by a notice several days before installation.
The process takes between five minutes and one hour, with no requirement for residents to be present. There is no cost for the upgrade, and any temporary water shutdowns are communicated in advance.
As the rollout expands, an option for customers to opt in earlier is set to be introduced.
Published 12-Apr-2026
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