Latest Industry News for Water Professionals
Saving Australia's environment, including its threatened wildlife and degraded landscapes, would cost about 0.3 per cent of the nation's GDP, according to a new report.
Earthquake concern lowers dam
Hunter Water has announced immediate measures to lower water levels in Grahamstown Dam.
Water class enhanced
Melbourne Water has launched a new education centre designed to teach Victorian students about ...
Landsat used to protect wetlands
Australian authorities are using Landsat data to revolutionise wetland management in Australia and Africa.
Re-watering ideas for WA
In the Pilbara region, iron ore mining has significantly impacted groundwater resources over the past two decades, but more sustainable approaches may be coming.
NT works progress
The Northern Territory is undergoing significant transformations in water management, legislation, and funding, based on a Water Plan initiated in June 2023.
Offshore probe tested
A new Australian innovation could allow cheaper seafloor testing for offshore wind farms.
AI forecasts coming
AI-powered weather and climate models are set to transform the future of forecasting, providing more accurate and cost-effective predictions.
Aboriginal strategy open
The NSW Government is inviting Aboriginal communities to contribute their perspectives on water management ...
Water fix for big builds
Yarra Valley Water has launched one of Australia’s first recycled water offset programs to reduce the use of drinking water ...
Reef bleach patterns reviewed
Researchers have looked at the climate patterns that occur alongside coral bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef.
River renaming floated
Sydney's Cooks River could be renamed “Goolay'yari”, meaning “place of pelican dreaming” in local Aboriginal languages.
Millions drive NT efforts
The Federal and Northern Territory governments have announced new investment in water security projects.
Whale data taken from tourist
Researchers from the ANU have captured some of the first-ever recorded evidence of blue whale reproduction.
Water risk from Melbourne fire
Concerns have emerged in the wake of a significant factory fire in Melbourne's west.
Voluntary water buys open
The Albanese Government is launching a new voluntary water purchase program.
Year's water reviewed
New stats show wet conditions in the Murray-Darling Basin during 2022-23 maintained high water availability.
Turf cooling tested
Experts are investigating the use of water storage systems to help cool artificial grass.
CSIRO drives water forecasts
Australian technology is being used to forecast water quality in California.