Latest Industry News for Water Professionals
The MDBA says its First Nations partnerships are improving environmental outcomes.
Wipes rise in SA sewers
SA Water has reported a record number of wet wipe-induced sewer blockages across Adelaide.
Tasty tapwater ranked
Queensland’s Isaac Regional Council has been crowned Australia’s tap water champion for 2024.
Drones eye supply risks
Melbourne Water is deploying autonomous drones to keep people away from the city’s drinking water supply.
Robo-hand to help Reef
A robotic hand is being trained to help cultivate baby corals for reef restoration.
Experts reject green hub
A colossal wind and solar energy hub planned for the Nullarbor Plain has triggered backlash from scientists.
Yarra looks for new fix
Yarra Valley Water has committed over $2.6 billion to essential infrastructure in its five-year plan.
Water buyback bids open
The Federal Government says its voluntary water purchase tender has attracted over 1,000 responses from landholders ...
PFAS found in turtles
Government scientists have studied the persistent impact of PFAS “forever chemicals” on wildlife.
Ancient river meals analysed
Archaeological findings add new details to the record of ancient Aboriginal communities along the Murray River.
Territory lands listed
Watarrka National Park in the Northern Territory has been placed on the National Heritage List.
Reef runoff watch enhanced
Researchers are using new tools to monitor the quality of water in streams and rivers that feed the Great Barrier Reef.
Mars coastline spotted
Chinese researchers have found possible evidence of a short-lived ancient ocean on Mars.
Queensland drops hydro options
Queensland’s new LNP government has dumped a major hydro project, report findings notwithstanding.
Water price rise proposed
Sydney Water is looking to fund upgrades to ageing infrastructure and services for new housing developments.
Government floodplain returns tallied
State and federal governments say a floodplain purchase in NSW is paying off.
Cod find new log homes
Artificial habitats are giving the endangered Mary River cod a fighting chance.
Fresh risks cause concern
Sea-level rise is endangering freshwater supplies, warn Europe’s top marine scientists.