Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Fisheries snag shark migration
Queensland researchers say longline fisheries around the world are significantly affecting migrating shark populations.
Frogs won't stop dam plans
NSW Nationals leader John Barilaro says ‘green tape’ is hindering water security.
Wave risk assessed worldwide
Researchers have mapped out the risk of wave damage in a changing climate.
App maps dwindling supplies
An Australian app is helping farmers crowdsource water during India’s water crisis.
Fish ride tubular highway
Fish gun, salmon cannon, call it what you will, a video of fish being flung through a tube has captivated millions this week.
Keys to keeping vital seagrass
Queensland researchers have developed new tools to help manage seagrass survival.
NSW pushed for more warnings
Experts say the NSW Government must be able to issue health warnings about the contamination of popular swimming spots.
Small fine for PFAS evaporation
Gas company Inpex has been fined $12,600 for evaporating water containing PFAS over Darwin Harbour.
MDBA probe begins
The ACCC has commenced its inquiry into water-trading markets in the Murray-Darling Basin.
PFAS uncovered in Mackay
PFAS has been discovered in samples of fish and water taken from Mackay's Shellgrit Creek, an area popular with recreational fishers.
Heatwaves harm coral structure
New research shows marine heatwaves are a much bigger threat to coral reefs than previously thought.
'Flushability' assessed in QLD
Authorities are paying millions each year to clear blockages caused in part by ‘flushable’ wipes.
ACCC to inspect Murray market
The ACCC will study who owns what in the Murray-Darling Basin's $2 billion water market.
Reefs hit by phosphate mine
Research shows phosphate mining is damaging coral reefs around Christmas Island.
Sawfish switch kept quiet
Media inquiries have revealed an attempt to keep an endangered fish relocation effort under wraps.
Sea rise tracked back
New research suggests global sea level rise has been occurring decades longer than previously thought.
Stanthorpe faces water levy
The water supply in the Queensland town of Stanthorpe is weeks away from drying up.
Water waiver dubbed "blackmail"
Menindee locals say they have been asked to sign a waiver stating they will not sue over drinking water issues.