Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
A new study has warned of the effects of major climate events on local dolphin populations.
Defence admits foam failure
The Department of Defence says it should have warned the public about PFAS contamination earlier.
Land-clearing cancelling green gains
Federal emissions cuts are being counter-balanced by the costs of Queensland land-clearing.
MDBA drops efficiency plans
There has been a mixed response to the Murray-Darling Basin Authority's (MDBA) new water efficiency package.
NSW accuses SA of water switch
A leaked letter suggests South Australia used 45 gigalitres of entitlement water as drinking water, rather than for the environment.
NSW to lock in old water rules
The NSW Government has been accused of weakening water laws to favour mining development.
Snowy flows start soon
The Snowy River system is about to receive a large top-up, but there are still concerns about its future.
PM pushes for Narrabri gas
The Prime Minister is pushing the NSW Government to approve the controversial Narrabri gas project.
ARENA backs Hydro Tas studies
Authorities are looking at expanding two hydro-electric power stations in Tasmania ...
Katherine approaching safe levels
Water consumption is increasing in Katherine, were some supplies are pushing against safe PFAS limits.
Sea rise could swamp Perth
An oceanographer has warned key infrastructure near Perth's Swan River could be permanently flooded by 2100.
Tsunami sent species across Pacific
Over 280 marine species from coastal waters around Japan have hitched a ride on the 2011 Japanese tsunami.
Water theft response defended
MDBA chair Neil Andrews says the group has not failed to address water theft.
More mud slung at Adani
India’s former environment minister has warned that authorities are ignoring Adani’s environmental record.
Study details powerful evaporation
Engineers are working on ways to harvest energy from evaporating water.
Fish release effect questioned
Releasing fish and prawns from aquaculture into the ocean may not help much.
New tips to slow coral loss
New technological interventions are needed to protect coral reefs from increased climate variability.
Response rallied for caustic spill
Several tonnes of sodium hydroxide have spilled in Gladstone Harbour, authorities say.
Sea exloration linked to scallop damage
Marine research says noise from oil and gas exploration could be harming scallops.