Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
Researchers are working on a highly-mobile new robot with some astounding aquatic abilities.
Big money won't sway territory bent on power/water split
The Northern Territory Government says it will move ahead with a split of Power and Water, the corporation in charge of both utilities in the territory.
Cuts cause basin board to look for things to lose
The chair of the Murray-Darling Basin Authority says a New South Wales Government funding cut will flow downstream.
Dry times provide opportunity for river experts
Australia’s history of drought has given US scientists a glimpse of their future at home, with a team visiting drought-stricken areas to see what may lie ahead.
India invests in solar switch to soak farms for less
India has embarked on an ambitious plan to replace its 26 million groundwater irrigation pumps with solar-powered versions.
Prawns' plight gets broad human help
Prawn populations are receiving an academic boost, with experts coming to together to ensure the next generation thrives.
Sea culling not limited to WA, other states have death policies too
Authorities say that as the furore over Western Australia’s shark-culling policy continues, it is worth remembering that other states continue to run similar regimes killing local marine predators.
Super farm storms ahead despite reported lack of water
The company behind a massive farm project in Queensland will not be swayed by a report suggesting there is not nearly enough water.
Water body without weapons to halt gas wells in WA
Western Australia's Department of Water says it advises against shale gas fracking underneath public drinking water sources, but has no power to do anything more.
Young experts give 'little tiger' its stripes
A team of junior ichthyologists have determined the most appropriate taxonomy for a new species of reef fish.
New maps show species threats and pressure worldwide
An international team has developed a series of maps showing how fast and in which direction local climates have shifted, to illuminate species at risk worldwide.
$6 billion dollar industry at risk from cheap environmental choice
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has, after “rigorous assessment”, approved the disposal of dredge spoil within the Marine Park, making only minor requests in the granting of the dredge permit.
Flows probed for better use of bore source in SA
Despite the city of Adelaide being placed in the driest state on the driest inhabited continent, underneath its streets flow substantial quantities of water.
Once-hot rocks hold old secrets, pushing first life back eons
New research could shake our understanding of the origins of life on Earth, setting the date back about a billion years.
Seeds planted for farm bank plan, no word on sprout times
A Federal Government Minister is pushing for billions of dollars to help workers toiling in some of the worst conditions for decades, and it looks like the Prime Minister is keen to help too.
Waves of struggle could form stronger swimmers
A new study has assessed how difficult it is for fish to swim through large waves, and it turns out that many have little choice but to go with the flow.
Industry asks for engineers to check on Gladstone bund
A representative body for engineers has questioned why a technical design project in Queensland will not consult with engineering experts.
Snake spine secrets de-coded for undersea design
Engineers are once again referring to the great catalogue of nature for their next robotic design.
Waves from WA could be key to future power
An Australian company says it has achieved is the world’s most economical wave energy generator yet.
Last words coming before reef dump jumps off
One of the last hurdles for dredging near the Great Barrier Reef is being approached today, with the main authority in charge of the marine park set to make its decision on the potentially destructive plan.
New deal for better practice when the cows come home
One large cattle station has become the site of the latest major conservation project in the Northern Territory.