Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
New research has found that impacts for half the world’s mines are undocumented.
New case could shake native title
A looming legal battle could have implications for native title claims across Australia.
NT croc plan lands
The Northern Territory (NT) government has unveiled a draft plan to address the management of its burgeoning saltwater crocodile population.
Reef fish adaptation studied
The most adaptable reef fish are more likely to thrive as the climate warms, a new study finds.
Reef map grows
Satellites show there is more coral reef area across the globe than previously thought.
Shire accused of waterway damage
A WA shire faces charges of violating the state’s Aboriginal Heritage Act.
Black Summer hit studied
Experts say the ‘Black Summer’ bushfires wiped billions from Australia’s tourism supply chain.
New hydrogen hub outlined
The Federal Government has made funds available for a new ‘hydrogen hub’ in north Queensland.
Pelican site protected
Authorities say they are maintaining an important breeding site for pelicans.
Reef efforts continue
The Australian and Queensland Governments have launched the Reef 2050 Wetlands Strategy.
River funds to flow
The Federal Government has opened funding for the Resilient Rivers Water Infrastructure Program (RRWIP).
Singleton win in NT court
The NT Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge against a decision to re-issue a substantial groundwater licence.
Sponge suggests steep rise
Evidence suggests that global temperatures have already risen by 1.5°C since the pre-industrial era.
Anger aimed at law office
Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has issued a stark warning to the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO)...
Aquifers under siege
The world's aquifers are silently bearing the brunt of climate change and human excess.
Burra works vetoed
The Victorian Planning Minister has vetoed the Burra Creek Floodplain Restoration Project, citing environmental concerns.
Reef hits cause concern
Back-to-back cyclones have raised alarm about potential damage to parts of the Great Barrier Reef.