Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Hunter Water has announced immediate measures to lower water levels in Grahamstown Dam.
Landsat used to protect wetlands
Australian authorities are using Landsat data to revolutionise wetland management in Australia and Africa.
NT works progress
The Northern Territory is undergoing significant transformations in water management, legislation, and funding, based on a Water Plan initiated in June 2023.
Re-watering ideas for WA
In the Pilbara region, iron ore mining has significantly impacted groundwater resources over the past two decades, but more sustainable approaches may be coming.
Water class enhanced
Melbourne Water has launched a new education centre designed to teach Victorian students about ...
Offshore probe tested
A new Australian innovation could allow cheaper seafloor testing for offshore wind farms.
Aboriginal strategy open
The NSW Government is inviting Aboriginal communities to contribute their perspectives on water management ...
Millions drive NT efforts
The Federal and Northern Territory governments have announced new investment in water security projects.
Reef bleach patterns reviewed
Researchers have looked at the climate patterns that occur alongside coral bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef.
River renaming floated
Sydney's Cooks River could be renamed “Goolay'yari”, meaning “place of pelican dreaming” in local Aboriginal languages.
Water fix for big builds
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.