Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - July, 2024
Yarra Valley Water has launched one of Australia’s first recycled water offset programs to reduce the use of drinking water ...
Whale data taken from tourist
Researchers from the ANU have captured some of the first-ever recorded evidence of blue whale reproduction.
Water risk from Melbourne fire
Concerns have emerged in the wake of a significant factory fire in Melbourne's west.
CSIRO drives water forecasts
Australian technology is being used to forecast water quality in California.
Flood moves continue
The NSW Government is celebrating milestones in a major flood disaster adaptation project.
Indigenous protection expanded
The Federal Government has announced the creation of 12 new Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) following a $14.6 million investment.
MDBA issues planning update
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) says it has made substantial progress in the lead-up to a Basin Plan Review scheduled for 2026.
Turf cooling tested
Experts are investigating the use of water storage systems to help cool artificial grass.
Voluntary water buys open
The Albanese Government is launching a new voluntary water purchase program.
Year's water reviewed
New stats show wet conditions in the Murray-Darling Basin during 2022-23 maintained high water availability.
Acidic switch turns off fish
Ocean acidification appears to be making coral reefs less appealing to certain fish species due to the simplification of coral structure.
Basin sharing birthday marked
This week marks the tenth anniversary of the Basin Plan water trading rules in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Big meetings for water ministers
Two high-level meetings have occurred to decide on significant plans for water in Australia.
Bleaching risk predicted
Future marine heatwaves are predicted to heighten the risk of coral bleaching events.
Deep sweep of Brisbane River
Experts have explored the remarkable diversity of microorganisms that play a critical role in maintaining the health of the Brisbane River.
WA plans pushed ahead
Conservationists are concerned that WA’s Greater Brixton Street Wetlands are at threat from proposed industrial developments by the City of Gosnells.
Wivenhoe works checked
Geotechnical investigations have begun at Wivenhoe Dam, marking a significant step in the Wivenhoe Dam Improvement Project.