Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Kevin Young has been announced as TasWater’s new Chair, succeeding Dr Stephen Gumley AO, who will retire in November 2024 after six years in the role.
Wetland works criticised
A legal battle over controversial Murray River wetland projects is underway in Victoria.
Port Phillip Bay effects checked
Drought and sewage cuts may have saved Port Phillip Bay, but not its ecosystem.
Seqwater backs river work
Seqwater is investing millions to protect water quality on the Sunshine Coast.
Sydney PFAS probed
WaterNSW says PFAS levels in Sydney’s dams are “negligible”, excluding Medlow Dam.
Hunter Water switches on solar
Hunter Water says its new solar farm will save $700,000 annually in energy costs.
Beetaloo challenge brought
An environmental group is escalating its efforts to block fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.
Fish fights spook staff
Fisheries officers in NSW are demanding better protection against violent poachers.
AI entering water game
The water sector appears to be embracing digital transformation, with AI playing a significant role.
Climate guide for WA sources
A new climate projections guide has been released to support water resource management in Western Australia.
Flood warning update begins
The Federal Government has launched a decade-long overhaul of Australia’s flood warning systems.
Longer droughts predicted
Researchers warn that droughts towards the end of the century could last longer than previously predicted.
MDBA seeks better links
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority says it is shifting focus from infrastructure alone to ...
TasWater talks for major work
TasWater has launched a community engagement initiative to prepare Hobart residents for the Selfs Point Sewer Transformation Project.
PEP-11 plans knocked back
The PEP-11 gas project has suffered another blow after years of political drama.
Funds open for nothern flows
Almost $15 million has been provided to assist Queensland's water woes.