Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - January, 2022
Dam plan slammed again
The NSW government has been told to rework its plans to raise the Warragamba dam wall.
MDBA tests new release
The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) is trialling a different method of water releases from Hume Dam.
Plastic study finds temperature effect
A new study warns that warmer oceans and plastic chemicals could change how fish grow.
Richmond Valley takes top drop
New South Wales’s Richmond Valley Council has received the award for Best Tasting Tap Water in Australia.
VR gives new sub view
Maritime archaeologists are allowing people to access a protected submarine wreck from the comfort of their homes.
NSW supports more longwall
The NSW Government has endorsed Whitehaven Coal's Narrabri mine extension, despite “significant” emissions.
Experts urge security works
Infrastructure Victoria wants the state government to do more to reduce climate-related risks to water supplies.
Fight to fix Brisbane issues
Authorities say they are fighting to fix the unusual taste and colour of Brisbane water.
Fish wave off predators
Schools of fish have been shown to protect themselves by performing a group wave.
More solar for Vic. treatment
Melbourne Water is beginning work on a second treatment plant solar farm.
Pitt slammed for huge water fee
Green groups say the federal government is paying eight times over the market price for Murray-Darling water.
SA pipe breaks ease
Authorities say good weather has helped reduce the rate of main water pipe breakage in South Australia.
Bold fish split by climate
The way that fish interact in groups is being upset by ocean acidification and global warming.