Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - April, 2023
Construction on Kangaroo Island’s new seawater desalination plant has ticked off another significant milestone, with the site’s first major concrete pour now complete.
Seqwater burns begin
Seqwater has commenced its annual program of planned burns to reduce fuel loads and fire risk across South East Queensland’s water supply catchments.
Treatment art launched
A new art project is designed to showcase Melbourne Water’s Western Treatment Plant.
Antarctic issues detailed
A new report shows workplace sexism exists even at the far ends of the Earth.
Big concern for slowing ocean
Scientists are sounding the alarm on the slowdown of deep ocean currents.
CHW perspective expands
A new posting is set to bring a First Nations perspective for the Central Highlands Water Board.
Court to rule on climate needs
The International Court of Justice will soon determine states' legal and financial obligations to prevent climate harm.
Hat passed for Ranger works
Shares are being sold to pay for the rehabilitation of the Ranger uranium mine in Kakadu.
More solar for Vic. treatment
Melbourne Water has built a new solar farm to power the Winneke Treatment Plant.
Snowy fined for spills
Snowy Hydro and its contractor Webuild have been fined $30,000 by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) following two alleged pollution incidents in 2022.
Starfish killers tested
Scientists have identified predators that munch on the crown-of-thorns starfish.
WaterNSW launches weir works
Works to future-proof the Tareelaroi weir gates in NSW are now underway.
EPA aimed at Singleton
Authorities will soon review plans for a giant new farm complex in the Northern Territory.