New lease of life for Brisbane's historic water pipe One of Brisbane's oldest and most important water pipes that supplies the CBD and inner-city suburbs has been given an important facelift. Work is nearing completion on a $4 million project to reline a 2.2km section of pipeline under Ann St from Newstead to Fortitude Valley using innovative trenchless technology. Urban Utilities spokesperson, Michelle Cull, said the 130-year-old pipe was a key artery in Brisbane's water network, pumping water to homes and businesses in and around the CBD. A $4 million upgrade has been given to one of Brisb...