Archived Industry News for Water Professionals

Japan has completed its second whale-hunting campaign since the United Nations trashed its “scientific” excuse.

Ice-boss prized for cool science findings

An Australian researcher has been awarded for years of freezing toil in Antarctic studies.

Scientific roots of water plan questioned

The South Australian Government has introduced a water licensing policy years in the making, but some forestry bodies have taken shots at it already.

Scientific teeth to bite at fluoride fears

As fears about water fluoridation continue in several Australian regions, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) says it will end the debate once and for all.

Small town spills could bring flow-on damage

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is investigating potential groundwater contamination from a fire-fighting chemical it used for over thirty years.

Ports plan for time when mines don't lead

Government reports have considered what will be done with the massive port and rail networks built for resource projects, when the mining industry fades.

Sea will see drills after seven offshore approvals

The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is helping industrial teeth sink into nearby sea-floors, issuing seven new underwater mining licences.

Water-hungry mega-mine may not do what it says

The federal government’s approval for the biggest coal mine in Australian history has many up in arms, but ministers say it should be worth it.

BHP backs blitz on native species

Funding has been secured for more rounds of the Bush Blitz – a program that sends Australian scientists on lightning war against the mysteries of the outback.

Fertiliser fuels cleaner water

Australian researchers say they have developed a new desalination technique that requires about 80 per cent less energy.

First ancient worm brains found perfectly preserved

New fossils have shown stunningly well-preserved brain structures from a bizarre bunch of sea creatures which dominated the Earth half a billion years ago.

Grey reports hide red alerts on Reef

The Australian Institute of Marine Science says the Queensland and Federal Governments are hiding the declining state of the Great Barrier Reef.

More Murray funds for better farming

Grants for more than $100 million worth of projects are flowing to almost 100 River Murray irrigation and industry projects.

Nano-structure builds big solar possibilities

A new material turns the sun to steam - a seemingly strange behaviour but one which could provide exciting new energy options.

UQ's water-tech funding tap kept open

University of Southern Queensland (USQ) researchers have secured funding for new research into water and energy efficiency on Queensland farms.

Young engineers on better flowing future

The young stars of tomorrow’s engineering world will face-off against each other in August.

Avoid victims of unfair fish fight

New analysis has shown that many of Australia’s favourite seafoods are unsustainably managed, and should be avoided by consumers.

Icy divide is a sign of the times

Satellite analysis has shown that since 1979 sea-ice cover has shrunk around the Arctic, but grown in the Antarctic.

Living Water chief leaves amid investigation

The boss of a state government water agency embroiled in controversy has resigned.

Locals in fight to fix world's water worries

The first ever WorldSkills Water Innovation Challenge has mixed technophile and tradie to produce sanitation solutions for the world’s poorest regions.