Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Researchers have reviewed the difference in climate change impacts for wealthy and poor nations.
Concern over coal near catchments
Experts are concerned that the future of NSW's clean drinking water supply could be put at risk by discharge from coalmines.
Experts spot algae rafts
Experts say toxin-producing microalgae could be rafting its way to Australia.
Greens want Reef money reviewed
The Greens want a parliamentary inquiry into how $444 million in reef funding was awarded to little-known group with mining links.
Nimmie-Caira caretakers announced
A not-for-profit will take over the future stewardship of Nimmie-Caira ...
Rivers' carbon role revealed
A global study has found dusty, dry riverbeds can become carbon emitters when the water starts flowing again.
Massive human impact measured
New studies show the wildly disproportionate effect humans have had on life on Earth.
Ocean fossils show new timeline
A new finding by Australian researchers could change our understanding of the history of the ocean.
Satellites plot ebb and flow
Experts have reviewed the impact of human-driven climate change on freshwater reserves around the world.
PFAS checks expanded in SA
The Defence Department says it will widen its probe into the spread of PFAS chemicals in Adelaide.
Reef funding questioned
The Federal Government has been criticised for awarding $444 million in funding to a small Great Barrier Reef group with big mining links.
Senate reports on climate threat
A Senate inquiry has dubbed climate change a “current and existential national security risk” to Australia.
Victoria expands exploration
Victoria has released new oil and gas reserves for exploration off the west coast.
Canavan plugs Bight plans
The resources minister says energy supply issues could lead to drilling for oil in the Great Australian Bight.
Sand mine green-lit in PFAS region
A NSW department has given the green light to a controversial sand mine inside a PFAS contamination risk zone.
Snowy locals air water woes
Snowy Mountains residents say their water is smelly, undrinkable and makes them itchy.
Origin to expand NSW hydro
Origin Energy says it will double the capacity of the Shoalhaven hydro electricity scheme.