Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - February, 2024
Water authorities have discovered the oldest platypus ever seen in the wild.
Murray review shows shortfall
The Productivity Commission has released its latest review of the MDBP.
Probe shows wetter past
Researchers have gained new insights into the climatic conditions of the Southern Hemisphere during ice ages, particularly around South Australia’s Naracoorte Caves.
Whale shark sessions watched
New technology has been used to track the effects of whale shark tourism.
SA deal for big builds
The South Australian government has announced a hydrogen agreement with GFG Alliance.
Turnbull pushes Hunter works
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull is advocating for the development of two pumped hydro energy projects in the Upper Hunter Valley.
Dam deal declared
Seqwater has awarded the construction contract for the upgrade of Noosa’s Lake Macdonald (Six Mile Creek) Dam.
Expert suggests suppression
A NSW fisheries expert has voiced concerns over the suppression of scientific voices.
Hunter grants continue
Hunter Water is pouring over $120,000 into the community through the latest round of its Love Water Grants program.
Microplastic spread checked
Scientists have plotted the path microplastics take through wastewater and into agricultural land.
Oxygen test to prevent deaths
WaterNSW is pumping oxygen into the Darling River to combat large-scale fish deaths.
WSAA reflects on efforts
The Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) is marking the end of a 7-year partnership deal with an Indigenous group.
Fresh buybacks prepped
The Commonwealth has earmarked $205 million for the first round of water buybacks under the Albanese government.
Creek plans cause concern
Environmentalists are alarmed by Sydney Water's plans to rectify erosion along Boundary Creek in Penrith.
Fish traps raised in desal fight
The Barngarla people are threatening legal action against SA Water ...
Mine impacts unknown
New research has found that impacts for half the world’s mines are undocumented.
New case could shake native title
A looming legal battle could have implications for native title claims across Australia.