Did you know that you could be held responsible for any damage caused to underground networks? 

Lismore City Council’s Dial Before You Dig service is live.

So next time you are planning to do some digging or excavating you should contact Dial Before You Dig to determine if there are any underground pipes and/or cables present.

Dial Before You Dig is Australia’s free referral service for information on the location of underground infrastructure. 

The service is designed to protect Australia’s network of underground pipes and cables and ensure the safety of those working around this infrastructure.

Mayor Isaac Smith said Council’s Dial Before You Dig automated service will mean a faster response to enquiries and lower costs for Council.

“This is a win-win for the community and the Council,” he said.

“Last financial year we received more than 2100 Dial Before You Dig request, which had to be processed manually by Council staff.

“This new automated service means we can now respond to these requests much quicker, with less staff required to process the requests which will reduce Council’s associated costs.

“The new faster service also has improved maps.”

Cr Smith said implementing this new service could not have come at a better time as the Council is expecting an increase in the number of Dial Before You Dig request with the roll-out of the NBN.

Visit the Dial Before You Dig website for more information: https://www.1100.com.au/