Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - May, 2019
Ten per cent of oxygen comes from just one kind of bacteria – one that is susceptible to plastic pollution.
WaterNSW issues mine warning
WaterNSW has called for a curb on mining for two big coal mines in Sydney's catchment.
New Adani review ordered
The Queensland government is seeking a further review of Adani’s groundwater plans.
Coral gives 400-year view
Australian scientists have produced a 400-year long record of El Niño events that many thought was impossible to obtain.
Dark picture in IPBES report
A new assessment of global biodiversity paints a gloomy picture of the accelerating decline of life on Earth.
Nats pushed for water inquiry
A former Nationals MP has called on the party to push for a royal commission into water management.
NT accused of poor reporting
Failures by the NT Government have allowed substandard iron ore mining operations to continue unchecked.
PM makes watery pledge
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced $203 million to protect waterways and threatened species.
Palm Island water issues return
Residents of Palm Island off North Queensland have been told not to drink their tap water.
Protests slam new plans
Two big protests over the weekend showed anti-fossil fuel sentiment remains strong.