Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
The Productivity Commission has reviewed the federal Future Drought Fund.
AIMS studies reef life
A new study reveals shark and ray populations on Australian coral reefs are faring relatively well.
Fukushima release tested
TEPCO is running tests ahead of a plan to release treated Fukushima wastewater in the Pacific.
High seas deal surfaces
The United Nations has announced the official launch of its High Seas Treaty.
MDBA opens road to review
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has launched its Roadmap to the 2026 Basin Plan Review.
New deal for local link
Melbourne Water and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners are partnering to care for Country.
NT releases water plan
The Northern Territory has introduced its first comprehensive water plan, aiming to ensure water security for all Territorians.
Octo-brains show shift
Octopuses have shown a unique ability to rewire their brains and adapt to temperature changes.
Algae aimed at treatment
Urban Utilities is spearheading a research project aimed at revolutionising wastewater treatment using algae.
Big boost for Burdekin
The Queensland government has announced a $1 billion investment to enhance the capacity of the Burdekin Falls Dam.
MDBA preps for summit
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has given details of its latest meeting.
Shark data questioned
The accuracy of NSW’s shark net data has been used in a call to end the practice.
Sponges suffer in climate shift
Scientists from UNSW have made a significant discovery regarding the impact of climate change on sea sponges.
Water reserves reducing
Despite the construction of new reservoirs, global water reserves are dropping.
Snowy pledges tunnel return
Snowy Hydro says it should be able to resume construction on its massive pumped hydro project in six weeks ...
Big boost for protected seas
Environment minister Tanya Plibersek has approved the expansion of Macquarie Island's marine park, nearly tripling its size.
El Niño risk updated
The Bureau of Meteorology has raised its El Niño alert, heightening concerns of drought and bushfires.