Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - October, 2017
Sir David Attenborough says the damage from plastic in the ocean is shocking ...
PFAS revealed in Gippsland swamp
The Department of Defence has found elevated levels of PFAS chemicals in animals in eastern Victoria.
Chevron shifts away from Bight
Energy giant Chevron has abandoned plans to drill for oil in the Great Australian Bight.
NSW bill to keep Springvale firing
The NSW Government will introduce new legislation to get around a land court ruling and keep the Springvale mine open.
Climate change impacts coastal dolphins
A new study has warned of the effects of major climate events on local dolphin populations.
Defence admits foam failure
The Department of Defence says it should have warned the public about PFAS contamination earlier.
Land-clearing cancelling green gains
Federal emissions cuts are being counter-balanced by the costs of Queensland land-clearing.
MDBA drops efficiency plans
There has been a mixed response to the Murray-Darling Basin Authority's (MDBA) new water efficiency package.
NSW accuses SA of water switch
A leaked letter suggests South Australia used 45 gigalitres of entitlement water as drinking water, rather than for the environment.
NSW to lock in old water rules
The NSW Government has been accused of weakening water laws to favour mining development.
Snowy flows start soon
The Snowy River system is about to receive a large top-up, but there are still concerns about its future.
PM pushes for Narrabri gas
The Prime Minister is pushing the NSW Government to approve the controversial Narrabri gas project.
ARENA backs Hydro Tas studies
Authorities are looking at expanding two hydro-electric power stations in Tasmania ...
Katherine approaching safe levels
Water consumption is increasing in Katherine, were some supplies are pushing against safe PFAS limits.
Sea rise could swamp Perth
An oceanographer has warned key infrastructure near Perth's Swan River could be permanently flooded by 2100.
Tsunami sent species across Pacific
Over 280 marine species from coastal waters around Japan have hitched a ride on the 2011 Japanese tsunami.
Water theft response defended
MDBA chair Neil Andrews says the group has not failed to address water theft.
More mud slung at Adani
India’s former environment minister has warned that authorities are ignoring Adani’s environmental record.