Latest Industry News for Water Professionals
The Albanese Government says it has a plan to enhance the protection of marine environments.
Quality controls could help
Experts say improved water quality offsets can play a crucial role in protecting the Great Barrier Reef.
Wetland works criticised
A legal battle over controversial Murray River wetland projects is underway in Victoria.
Regret ordered over city spill
Gold Coast City Council says a $2.1 million sewage spill on the will not cost ratepayers.
Councils warn of dam costs
Queensland councils face a $3 billion bill for mandated dam safety upgrades.
Seeds kept for future climate
Melbourne Water’s seedbank project could be key to saving Leadbeater’s Possum from extinction.
TasWater gets new chair
Kevin Young has been announced as TasWater’s new Chair, succeeding Dr Stephen Gumley AO, who will retire in November 2024 after six years in the role.
Seqwater backs river work
Seqwater is investing millions to protect water quality on the Sunshine Coast.
Hunter Water switches on solar
Hunter Water says its new solar farm will save $700,000 annually in energy costs.
Sydney PFAS probed
WaterNSW says PFAS levels in Sydney’s dams are “negligible”, excluding Medlow Dam.
Port Phillip Bay effects checked
Drought and sewage cuts may have saved Port Phillip Bay, but not its ecosystem.
Fish fights spook staff
Fisheries officers in NSW are demanding better protection against violent poachers.
Beetaloo challenge brought
An environmental group is escalating its efforts to block fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.
MDBA seeks better links
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority says it is shifting focus from infrastructure alone to ...
Flood warning update begins
The Federal Government has launched a decade-long overhaul of Australia’s flood warning systems.
AI entering water game
The water sector appears to be embracing digital transformation, with AI playing a significant role.
TasWater talks for major work
TasWater has launched a community engagement initiative to prepare Hobart residents for the Selfs Point Sewer Transformation Project.
Climate guide for WA sources
A new climate projections guide has been released to support water resource management in Western Australia.