Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - November, 2014
Once again, some of the world’s smallest nations (also those under most threat from a shifting climate) are rallying together to save their land.
Herald of water woes slams de-sal, cranes and other links
Media reports are slamming authorities behind Victoria’s Wonthaggi desalination plant, accusing them of waste, leaks and criminal links.
Weighty problem brings costs, risk to WA councils
WA councils say the State Government is ignoring a clear public safety issue, by failing to help when whale carcasses wash ashore.
Funds to fix four points in Kakadu
Some more money has been provided to fund changes to the way Kakadu National Park is managed.
Green shire takes power over gas
One tropical council has banned future coal-seam gas projects amid fears it will affect water quality.
Hysteria dampened as Menindee drops
Dry times in NSW mean tough decisions on the way for Broken Hill, and one MP is urging “factual discussion” over “hysterical commentary”.
Long study to plot locals' fire fight
Monash University has undertaken a twenty-year running investigation into the health effects of the Hazelwood mine fire.
Unemployed deployed to help Tuggerah avoid decline
The Federal Government’s Green Army has been mobilised, and one of its first missions will see young unemployed people helping to restore the Tuggerah Lakes in New South Wales.
Water link to create empowered pool
Five remote Queensland councils have formed a water alliance, joining forces to save money while keeping pace with changes in regulation and management.