Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
A renewed focus and cooperation between State and Federal Governments is sorely needed if real reform of the management of the Murray-Darling Basin is to be achieved, a new report by the National Water Commission (NWC) has found.
Bowen pipeline gets the nod
Queensland’s Department of Environment and Heritage Protection (EHP) has announced it has given environmental approval to the proposed billion dollar Bowen coal seam gas pipeline.
Recycled water for food research starts
A new research initiative aimed at expanding the use of water recycling for irrigating South Australia’s horticultural industry has been launched by the Australian Water Recycling Centre of Excellence (AWRCE).
NWC releases industry reports
The National Water Commission (NWC) has released two reports into the industry’s operation in the 2011-12 year, detailing sustained improvements in water quality, delivery efficiency and water conservation.
Queensland to hold Brisbane water forums
The Queensland Government will hold two public forums outlining the development of its 30-year strategy to plan for the state’s water use this week.
Territory water allocation plans open for comment
The Northern Territory Government has released the drafts of the Alice Springs Water Allocation Plan and the Great Artesian Basement Water Allocation Plan for public comment.
Logan seeking more information on de-fluoridation
Logan City Council has announced it is continuing to seek more information from SEQwater on the potential costs of de-fluoridating the council’s water supply.
MDBA Plan passes final parliament hurdle
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has been finally formalised after it passed the final hurdle of the Federal Parliament.
Victorian lakes research shows a changing climate
A research project that has examined sediment cores from several Victorian lakes has gained new insights into how the climate has changed over the past 2,000 years, revealing that the most severe impact on the water systems have occurred in the last four decades.
NT to reduce power and water price hikes
The newly minted Chief Minister of the Northern Territory, Adam Gillies, has announced that the proposed 30 per cent increases to power prices will be reduced to 20 per cent.
Victoria announces Campaspe River funding
The Victorian Government has announced it will triple environmental water entitlements for the Campaspe River under the $3.73 million Caring for the Campaspe project.
Victoria announces water purchase program
The Federal and Victorian Governments have announced a new voluntary strategic purchase program for eligible irrigators under the Goulburn-Murray Water Connections Project.
Government finalises Marine Park Management Plans
The Federal Government has tabled the final plans for the world’s largest network of marine reserves, which will aim to protect 2.7 kilometres of the nation’s ocean environment.
Government pledges water protection
The Federal Government has announced it will implement greater environmental protection for water resources impacted by coal seam gas and large coal mining developments.
Crown-of-thorns cull completed
The Federal Government has announced over 60,000 crown-of-thorns starfish have been culled under a project to protect the Great Barrier Reef.
NT secures resources water security
The Northern Territory Government has announced it has secured over $10 million worth of water piping to support future growth of oil and gas developments at Middle Arm and Blaydin Point.
Queensland moves to clarify flood levee regulation
The Queensland Government has introduced legislation before State Parliament that aims to provide clearer definitions and regulations surrounding the construction of flood levees.
Victoria secures desalination savings
The Victorian Government has announced it has successfully bargained with the energy provider of the Wonthaggi desalination plant for lower energy costs than initially proposed.
Waller named Living Victoria chief
The Victorian Government has announced the appointment of Mike Waller as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Living Victoria, the body designed to drive urban water reform in the State.
Mollenkopf steps down as AWA chief
Long serving Chief of the Australian Water Association (AWA), Tom Mollenkopf, has announced he will be stepping down from the position in July this year.
Study gives fluoride tick of approval
Fluoride in the drinking water significantly cuts the rate of tooth decay in the adult population, according to the findings of a new international study on dental health conducted by the University of Adelaide.