Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Ocean researchers have discovered a microbe that has not evolved for millions of years.
Arrow gas plan questioned
An independent report has raised concerns about the risk of drilling new gas wells near contaminated land.
Antarctic tipping points predicted
Scientists have identified a key tipping point that will drive future sea level rises.
Deadly toxin spotted on blooms
A toxin known as the ‘Very Fast Death Factor’ has been found in the air above an algal bloom.
Fish drift in heating seas
The ocean is getting uncomfortable for tropical fish, with studies showing they are moving away from the equator.
Pearl firm opposes harbour plan
A luxury pearl company is fighting for water quality in Darwin Harbour.
Pest costs climbing
Experts say that the world’s invasive species have cost US$1.28 trillion over the past half century.
Water pledge weakening
Questions have been raised about whether money meant for Indigenous water rights will actually be delivered.
Billions back Barossa gas
Santos says it is getting the money together to develop a major new gas field off the coast of Darwin.
La Niña leaves but rain still looms
The 2020-21 La Niña event is over, but experts expect rain will continue.
New site for QLD water deals
Seqwater has created a new online water trading hub for rural customers.
Pesticide risks for global farms
A global study has found 64 percent of the world’s agricultural land is at risk of pesticide pollution.
State rejects FLNG
The Victorian Government has rejected plans for a 300-metre-long floating gas terminal off the Mornington Peninsula.
Water saving boosts birds
Environmental water has brought a boom time for waterbirds in the Gayini wetlands.
Suez ship freed
A traffic jam is beginning to clear after a giant container ship blocked Egypt's Suez Canal for almost a week.
Experts urge recycle plans
Infrastructure Australia has called for progress on a recycled water project in Melbourne.
Floods should be factored in
Experts have slammed building regulations that ignore major flood zones.