Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Local researchers have looked at whale population recovery times since the era when many were hunted almost to extinction.
Toxic leaks could seep into Sydney
Water scientists say millions of litres of toxic water is escaping from a derelict coal mine into Sydney's drinking water catchment.
Gutwein's waste claims denied
Tasmanian councils say the state’s treasurer is encouraging business to break the law.
Adani hit with minor fine
Indian mining giant Adani has been hit with a $12,000 over an environmental breach at its Abbot Point coal terminal in north Queensland.
Bight review finds species, supplies
Australian scientists have completed a $20 million survey of the Great Australian Bight, uncovering new aquatic species and oil reserves.
Local pollutants illegal elsewhere
Environmentalists say Australian power stations produce levels of toxic air pollution that would be illegal in ...
Nano-strips to rip out contamination
Engineers have come up with a nano-tech way to purify vast volumes of water.
NSW faces foam class action
A NSW community is taking legal action after cancer-causing chemicals were found in their water supply.
Ocean could fit future farms
Experts say there is enough space in the open ocean for a massive expansion of marine aquaculture.
River shifts reviewed
A review of the world’s river systems suggests rural areas are drying up while urban centres face higher flood risks.
WA seeking new streams
The WA Government has launched groundwater surveys in the hope of unlocking major new irrigated agriculture sites.
Tack changed in TasWater takeover
Tasmanian councils are turning their focus to the Legislative Council Select Committee in its bid to prevent the takeover of TasWater.
Green group digs up coal concerns
Reports say a string of environmental licence breaches at Whitehaven Coal’s four NSW mines have been covered up.
Hydrogeologists urge aquifer approach
Groundwater experts say the NSW Government is ignoring scientific evidence ...
Limits laid on contaminated town
The Northern Territory Government has imposed water restrictions on the entire town of Katherine due to PFAS chemical concerns.
Tassal spared from contempt claims
A senate committee says Tassal should not be found in contempt of an inquiry into the aquaculture industry.
Powerful plan to enhance gas
Engineers are testing a system that could see excess renewable energy converted into hydrogen fuel and inject into SA’s gas network.
CSG worries studied
Experts have assessed the level of community concern about coal seam gas in Queensland.
Academy calls for climate boost
Australia is in “urgent” need of more scientists to help the country prepare for climate risks.