First announced in February 2015, the $A2.9 million project extends from Geelong to Torquay via Armstrong Creek.
Directional drilling was utilised throughout the majority of the project to protect existing services within road reserves and minimise impacts to the local flora and fauna.
Once complete, the pipeline will significantly eliminate the risk of supply interruptions during peak periods and help meet new connection growth in the area.
AusNet Services Gas Network Manager Elias Raffoul said the new pipeline will support the fast-growing areas south of Geelong and Torquay.
“With thousands of new homes being built in Armstrong Creek, Torquay and Jan Juc, there has been a strong up-take of gas for general heating, cooking and hot water systems,” said Mr Raffoul.
“This new 11 km pipeline will help secure the supply of gas to the residents during peak winter periods and provide capacity for up to an expected 5,000 additional homes in Torquay and Jan Juc.”
In additional to the new pipeline, AusNet Services is also preparing to extend its reticulated natural gas network to Bannockburn and Winchelsea as part of the State Government’s gas extension program