Archived Industry News for Water Professionals
The Victorian Government has released the findings of an independent review into water quality issues in the Anglesea River.
The review, conducted by Professor William Maher, found low pH and elevated metal levels resulted from natural sources in the catchment.
The findings follow an investigation by then Environment Protection Authority (EPA) that linked fish deaths to low pH levels and elevated metals in the river system.
Official Barwon-Darling water trading to begin
The New South Wales Water Commisioner, David Harriss, has announced that the formal rules governing water entitlements and allocations for the Barwon-Darling Unregulated River in the State’s far north-west are now in place.
NSW announces revision to Snowy water licences
The New South Wales Water Commissioner David Harriss has revealed adjustments to the Snow Hydro’s water licence arrangements with an aim to better benefit water users and the environment.
Commission urges investment in water science
The National Water Commission has called for the formation of a national water science strategy in its third National Water Initiative report.
NWC announces new chief executive
The National Water Commission (NWC) has appointed James Cameron as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Northern Victoria irrigation agreement signed
The Commonwealth and Victorian governments have announced a new agreement that will deliver the country’s largest irrigation infrastructure renewal project.
Adelaide Desalination Plant starts production
The Adelaide Desalination Plant has started preliminary operations as water produced by the plant enters the state’s network.
Productivity Commission issues final report on urban water sector
The Productivity Commission has released its final report on Australia’s urban water sector following a year-long investigative inquiry to consider the case for further reform in the sector.
Think tank addresses stressed water ecosystems
A team of sixty physical, natural and social scientists from around Australia have participated in the Theo Murphy High Flyers Think Tank aimed at assisting in policy generation for managing the country’s most stressed ecosystems.
WA completes first stage of smart water metering system
The Western Australian Government has announced the completion of the first stage of a trial to install and monitor new smart meters in 24 households in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Queensland legislation to grant councils direct water management
The Queensland Government has introduced legislation before parliament that will allow direct management of water and wastewater services to be returned to the Gold Coast, Logan and Redland Councils.
Construction of Hobart's Marine and Antarctic Studies research centre set to begin
Construction of the new $45 million Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS) development on Hobart’s waterfront is set to proceed, with the demolition of the Princes Wharf No. 2 Shed (PW2) expected to be completed next month.
Queensland completes revision of North Pine Dam Manual
Seqwater and the Dam Safety unit within Queensland’s Department of Environment and Resource Management have completed an interim review and approval of the North Pine flood mitigation manual in line with the recommendations of the Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry interim report.
Victoria announces terms of reference for marine assessment council
The Victorian Government has tabled the final Terms-of-Reference for the Victorian Environmental Assessment Council investigation into the state’s existing marine parks and other marine protected areas.
Jindabyne Dam opens with historic high
The Jindabyne Dam's gates have opened, starting the largest environmental flow into the Snowy River in almost 40 years.
Government releases alpine catchments climate change summary report
The Federal Government has released the Caring for our Australian Alps Catchments summery report. Designed as a technical assessment report for policy makers, the report details a number of key findings for the future of the catchments that run off the Australian Alps.
Water quality tests show little changes in Gladstone
The Queensland Government has released a report into the water quality of Port Curtis over the past year, outlining little change to the quality in the last 10 years.
$16.1 million for NSW floodplain management
The New South Wales Government has announced $16.18 million in grants for floodplain management across the state.
Victorian Catchment Management Authority boards announced
The Victorian Government has announced the appointment of new directors to the boards of Victoria's 10 Catchment Management Authorities (CMAs).
Federal Government releases water industry report
The Federal Government has released the Water Industry Capability Report, providing extensive insight into the state of the country’s water industry.
Capability teams to assist water and clean tech industry
The Federal Government has announced the formation of new Industry Capability Teams to assist small-to-medium water and clean technology firms access new domestic and international customers.