Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - August, 2021
Australia is girt by sea that contains important, but unprotected, archeological sites.
Cultural flow model formed
First Nations communities along the Murray-Darling Basin want a new concept for water management to be put into practice.
Official 'flushability' assessed
Authorities are working on new ‘flushability’ standards to reduce the plague of fatbergs in sewers.
PC deems water list adequate
The Productivity Commission says reporting of foreign ownership of Australian water is sufficient.
Sea cows boost sea grass success
Australian scientists have discovered that seagrass grows better after its seeds have been eaten by dugongs and turtles.
Warming to drive extreme frequency
International research suggests global warming of 1.5°C may mean extreme sea level events will occur much more frequently.
Concerning flows on icy peak
Rain is falling on Greenland's highest point for the first time on record.
EPA allows tyre-burying
Warnings have been issued after tyres were found buried at six north-west New South Wales coal mines without a licence.
SA building regional mains
SA Water is preparing to spend big on new water mains for regional towns.
TasWater CEO stepping down
Inaugural TasWater Chief Executive Michael Brewster has announced he will step down.
Turtles face cadmium risk
Three out of four turtle populations risk cadmium contamination, according to scientists.
State seeks hydrogen port
The Queensland Government has called for the construction of a new hydrogen export facility.
Microplastics move up marine chain
New research shows microscopic marine bugs are battling with microplastics.
Reservoir grants re-opened
New grants are being provided for events or projects at South Australia’s reservoir reserves.
Twin turbines double wave power
A new prototype can harvest double the power from ocean waves as previous designs.
Water quality linked to stock weight
Researchers say investing in higher quality water could fatten up livestock.