Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - June, 2020
Queensland and New South Wales have accused the Federal Government of abandoning a popular drought assistance scheme.
New team for high-tech subs
A new partnership aims to install specialised 3D-printers on submarines.
Wastewater fuel funds raised
Millions have been raised for a new wastewater-to-renewable hydrogen project.
Deep reef refuge in WA
A new study shows deep reefs in Western Australia can be used as a refuge by marine forests from the impacts of ocean warming.
Experts back SMART approach
Scientists say shark nets should be replaced by drumlines in Queensland.
Gas pause rejected
The NSW Government has voted down a bill to temporarily stop coal seam gas activity.
Queensland water bills to rise
The Queensland Government is planning to increase the cost of water by 3.5 per cent next month.
River rules not helping
Experts say the overlooked “human factor” in water management rules can have serious consequences.
Nanosheets for purification
Australian nuclear scientists have created ultrathin nanosheets that can separate ions from water.
Polluted flows revealed
Polluted water running off a mine site in NSW is entering rivers that supply some of Sydney's water.
Big rush for hydrogen funds
Authorities have welcomed a wave of interest in building Australia’s first commercial scale hydrogen projects.
Big fix for Sparkes Hill
Significant refurbishment work has been carried out on one of Brisbane’s largest water supply facilities.
Growers get longer contracts
SA Water has announced new recycled water contracts for northern growers.
Locals call for MDB buyback
Communities along the Murray-Darling Basin are calling for the urgent buyback of water.
Sleep-ins show in water data
After two months of more people working from home water system data shows weekday sleep-ins are the new norm.
Trials on for traditional access
Victorian water corporations are trialling different ways of providing Traditional Owner access to water and shared benefits.
Waste charge relief in WA
WA authorities are offering wastewater charge relief for business customers.