Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Plastic builds on sea floor
New research sees the ocean floor as a “reservoir” for plastic pollution.
Plibersek accepts wetland concern
The Federal Government may halt a planned development over environmental concerns.
ACT signs water deal
A new deal should allow the ACT to fulfil its water recovery commitments under Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
Big calls for tiny creatures
Experts have outlined research priorities for zooplankton - tiny creatures at the heart of the marine food chain.
Dry models show mega risk
Experts say Australia is on track for unprecedented, decades-long megadroughts.
New link for better warnings
Australia is set to upgrade its severe weather and flood warning capabilities.
New mains for SA town
Work has begun on a project for future water security in the SA town of Port Elliot.
NWI shift outlined
The Federal Government has unveiled a new plan to overhaul the nation’s overarching water policy...
Rain drives desal decision
Cheaper bills and healthy water supply appear to be coming for Melbourne.
Offshore bill pulled
The Albanese government says it had to shelve its offshore gas regulation bill due to the Greens' strong opposition.
MDBA predicts holiday drop
The MDBA says lower river levels are expected for the upcoming holiday break.
Bleaching flow-on studied
Researchers have discovered a new way that coral bleaching impedes species’ recovery.
Letter spells wetland threat
Scientists and experts have signed an open letter calling for a development to be halted to protect sensitive wetlands.
Lobster firms oppose testing
WA’s Western Rock Lobster industry is sounding the alarm about potentially disruptive seismic testing.
ARENA backs hydrogen ideas
New money has been provided for advances in hydrogen storage and Indigenous-led renewable projects.
Climate markers climb
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2023 set a grim milestone as the hottest year on record, with climate indicators reaching catastrophic levels.
Blue carbon growth suggested
Authorities could be seriously overlooking tidal wetlands in ‘blue carbon’ projects.