SA Water has commenced work at Myponga Reservoir as part of a $3.7 million upgrade of the dam spillway gates. The works are designed to secure the Fleurieu Peninsula’s water supply as well as the long-term safety of the structure. Myponga Reservoir’s three spillway gates sit atop the dam wall and facilitate controlled releases of water from the reservoir based […]
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NSW Gov calls for feedback on proposed water law changes
Steph Barker Disaster Management, News, Policy, Spotlight, Water 0The New South Wales Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released proposed changes to water laws designed to give property owners and farmers improved access to water for firefighting, and is calling for feedback on the proposed changes. The Water for Bushfire Preparedness and Firefighting Proposed Approach Paper outlines changes that are designed to make it […]
Recycled water: the state of play in 2024
Kody Cook Sponsored Editorial, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0As climate change and population growth continue to put drinking water supplies under pressure, water utilities are exploring all options to ensure a secure and diverse water supply for generations to come. In South East Queensland, the population is expected to grow by two million people over the next 25 years. Ensuring a plentiful, safe, reliable, affordable and sustainable water […]
SA Water successfully trials trenchless pipeline repair
Steph Barker Asset management, Maintenance, News, Pipelines, Spotlight, Water 0SA Water has completed a pipeline repair at Rundle Mall, Adelaide, marking the first time the utility has used a trenchless fix in its metropolitan sewer network. The trenchless quick-lock system uses a stainless steel sleeve that’s transported within the sewer main to the repair point where it’s then expanded by a small compressor to line and seal the pipe. […]
Barwon Water installs irrigation pipeline at heritage site
Steph Barker Irrigation, News, Pipelines, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0Barwon Water and the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) have completed the installation of recycled water infrastructure to irrigate farmland surrounding Barwon Park Mansion. Barwon Water General Manager Planning, Delivery and Environment, Seamus Butcher, said an underground recycled water pipeline had been installed to connect the Winchelsea Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) to Barwon Park. “The new 1.8km pipeline now supplies […]
SE Water smart meter rollout reaches 100,000
Steph Barker Digital Utilities, News, Smart meters, Spotlight, Water 0South East Water has rolled out almost 100,000 smart meters across Victoria, which the utility said has saved customers more than $5.2 million. Victorian Minister for Water, Harriet Shing, visited Cranbourne to see one of the digital meters South East Water has installed that allows customers to detect costly leaks and track their water use in real-time. Since the rollout […]
NT to receive $53.1M of water supply projects
Kody Cook News, Pipelines, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0In an effort to shore up water security for remote communities in the Northern Territory, the Federal and Territory Governments are investing $53.1 million in the development of a number of water supply projects. In Maningrida, the two governments are investing $21 million for three infrastructure upgrades to increase the reliability of the local water supply network. This work will […]
The Northern Territory Government has announced that construction of Power and Water’s new Darwin River Dam pump station has nearly reached the halfway mark. Delivered by McMahon Services, the $29 million project is designed to improve the reliability of water supply to the Darwin region. The main pump hall construction basement, complete with above ground walls and steel structure, is […]
Arup appoints new Water Business Leader
Steph Barker Company news, News, People and appointments, Spotlight, Water 0Arup has appointed a new leader of their Victorian Water Business. Jackie Moss has had a distinguished career spanning over two decades in the water industry, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. Ms Moss joins Arup from Melbourne Water, where she held key positions including serving as the Head of Service Enablement One Water. Arup said […]
Vital upgrades completed for major WA water pipelines
Kody Cook News, Pipelines, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0Approximately 3km of new distribution pipeline has been laid as Water Corporation completes vital upgrades to 100-year old water mains in parts of East Fremantle, Palmyra and Bicton, shoring up water supply reliability for the area. A focal point for the project was the intersection of Canning Highway and Petra Street, where Water Corporation worked closely with residents, local businesses […]
Mareeba Dimbulah irrigation project exceeds target
Steph Barker Irrigation, News, Pipelines, Spotlight, Water 0The Queensland Government has said that Sunwater’s $32.5 million Mareeba Dimbulah water irrigation efficiency project is yielding more water than expected. Completed in 2021 under joint funding from the Queensland State and Federal Governments, the project has produced approximately 38 per cent more water than originally projected. Delivered by Sunwater, the water-saving project replaced 14km of pipeline, installed 125 automated […]
The Water Industry Operators Association (WIOA) has announced the Victorian winner of the 2024 Ixom Best Tasting Tap Water in Australia competition. Yarra Valley Water took out the top prize over finalists Barwon Water, North East Water and Central Highlands Water at WIOA’s 85th Victorian Water Industry Operations Conference and Exhibition. Competition judges included De.mem-Stevco Director, Steve Russell, Albury City […]
Urban Utilities selects facilities management partner
Kody Cook Asset management, Company news, Contracts awarded, Sponsored Editorial, Water 0Queensland’s Urban Utilities has inked a new deal with the partner that will provide an Integrated Facilities Management Solution across their water network. Programed has secured the contract, which includes planned and reactive facility services, management and support services. Urban Utilities is one of Australia’s largest water distributor-retailers, providing water services to customers in several regions of Australia, including Brisbane, […]
SA Water has begun works to install 400m of new water main at Mount Barker, designed to connect a new local ambulance station and Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre to the local network. The pipe, which is being laid beneath Bald Hills Road, is designed to ensure a continued reliable supply of water to these key community hubs once operational. […]
Tender awarded for potential NSW pumped hydro projects
Kody Cook Company news, Dams, Electricity, News, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0Water NSW has awarded Upper Hunter Hydro (UPP) the tender for the potential development of two new pumped hydro projects, which, once complete, could hold as much power as one million household batteries. As a successful applicant following a competitive tender process under WaterNSW’s Renewable Energy and Storage Program, UHH will get access to areas of WaterNSW land and reservoirs […]
Tasmanian water in the running to win world’s best
Kody Cook Company news, Events, News, Spotlight, Water 0A sample of water from Fern Tree is headed to the US for the 34th Annual International Water Tasting in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia to go into the running to win the title of best tasting tap water in the world. TasWater Manager Water Quality, Stephen Westgate, said that Fern Tree had earned its shot at global glory after being […]
Melbourne Water monitoring program discovers record-breaking platypus
Kody Cook Company news, News, Spotlight, Sustainability, Water 0A waterways monitoring program undertaken by Melbourne Water has led to the discovery of the oldest platypus ever recorded in the wild. The Melbourne Water Urban Platypus Program (MWUPP), in association with Ecology Australia and Cesar performs sampling to gather population health data of these cryptic monotremes. The male platypus was estimated to be one year old when he was […]
The Central Queensland regional water assessment has commenced, with an aim to build on the economic benefits delivered by the recently completed Rookwood Weir. A new regional water assessment (CQ RWA) will be delivered by the Queensland Government with funds secured from the Federal Government. The first Stakeholder Advisory Group for the CQ RWA was held in Rockhampton on 21 […]
Contract awarded for Seqwater dam improvement construction project
Steph Barker Contracts awarded, Dams, News, Spotlight, Water 0Seqwater has awarded a construction contract for the upgrade of the Lake Macdonald (Six Mile Creek) Dam, Noosa. John Holland Group Queensland was chosen to deliver the contract. The upgrade is designed to enhance water security and enable the dam to withstand extreme weather events as part of Seqwater’s Dam Improvement Program. The project involves building a new split-level concrete […]
Water suppliers across Victoria are set to compete in the 2024 IXOM Best Tasting Tap Water competition to be held in Bendigo on 28 February 2024. All water suppliers in the state have been invited to submit a sample of their finest drop to the Water Industry Operations Association of Australia (WIOA). The award for the Victorian title will be […]
Vital upgrades to Paradise Dam Road have begun to support the construction of the recently announced second wall for the Paradise Dam, to be built downstream of the existing wall. Upgrades to approximately 10km of Paradise Dam Road have commenced, to improve safety and enhance traffic movement around the dam. Road improvements are important enabling works to support the new […]
SA Water reworks Eyre Peninsula desalination plant design
Steph Barker Desalination, News, Pipelines, Projects, Spotlight, Water 0SA Water is continuing to workshop the design for its proposed desalination plant at Billy Lights Point in response to feedback and scientific analysis. The utility said it reworked the design to reflect its commitment to minimising impacts to the coastal and marine environment following early engagement and analysis. The proposal involves building a small-scale plant designed to provide long-term […]
SA Water to rehabilitate Finger Point Wastewater Treatment Plant
Kody Cook Company news, News, Projects, Spotlight, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0SA Water is set to begin rehabilitation works on the Finger Point Wastewater Treatment Plant’s outfall pipe before the end of February, whilst keeping services running for the Mount Gambier community with a bypass pipeline. Operating reliably for more than 50 years, the plant’s 400mm-diameter pipe will be relined with a PVC liner to create a new internal surface and […]
NT Gov releases surface water intake policy
Kody Cook News, Policy, Spotlight, Sustainability, Water 0The Northern Territory Government has released the Surface Water Intake – Wet Season Flows Policy, which is set to provide protection to the territory’s waterways and certainty around water use for industry, landholders and anglers. The policy provides guidance to industry about access to wet season flows, and a pathway for responsible and sustainable economic development. The policy is precautionary, […]
The Federal Government has completed a tender process that saw the purchase of an additional 26.25GL of water for the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. The Federal Government said that this shows that local communities are eager to participate in voluntary water purchase, especially in the southern Murray-Darling Basin, where the bulk of remaining water recovery is needed. In some areas more […]
Gaining insights into critical utility assets
Utility Journalist Asset management, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Sponsored Editorial, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Non-destructive testing equipment refers to an array of inspection techniques that allow operators to gain information about an asset, system or component without damaging it. In the utility industry, non-destructive testing equipment is regularly used to provide valuable insights into critical infrastructure when treading carefully is of the utmost importance. When it comes to inspection, testing and non-destructive testing (NDT) […]
Construction to commence on major SA reservoir upgrade
Steph Barker Asset management, Maintenance, Spotlight, Water 0SA Water is set to begin a major upgrade of Myponga Reservoir’s dam spillway gates as part of a $3.7 million investment designed to ensure the long-term safety of the structure. Myponga’s three spillway gates sit atop a section of the dam wall and facilitate controlled releases of water from the reservoir, based on its capacity and rain inflows from […]
GWW completes major water main upgrade
Steph Barker Asset management, Maintenance, News, Pipelines, Spotlight, Water 0Greater Western Water (GWW) has completed an upgrade to a 134-year-old water main in Parkville, Melbourne. The Royal Parade Upgrade Project began in 2023 and involved replacing the existing water main with 2km of new pipeline. GWW said the upgrade was designed to secure a safe and reliable water service for the local community for years to come. Construction involved […]
Yan Yean Reservoir celebrates 170 years
Steph Barker News, Spotlight, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0The Yan Yean Reservoir in Melbourne’s north – the first reservoir built to service Melbourne and surrounds – is celebrating 170 years of operation. The turning of Yan Yean Reservoir’s first sod took place on 20 December 1853. Prior to this, Melburnians drew their drinking water supply from the Yarra River – a waterway that was also colloquially named ‘Yarra […]
Improving Sydney Water’s asset maintenance with data-led solutions
Utility Journalist Asset management, Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring, Sponsored Editorial, Water 0By Gregg McCallum, Utilities Enterprise Manager, Nearmap Sydney Water, Australia’s largest water utility, is streamlining its asset maintenance processes and improving efficiencies across its complex waste and water networks, with help from innovative digital solutions. From proactively identifying and scheduling repair needs and resolving customer complaints, to ensuring compliance with regulations — Sydney Water delivers its services safely and reliably […]
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