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State moves to secure water future with reform of century-old laws
The Western Australian Government is progressing new water resources management legislation that will modernise century-old water laws to secure Western Australia’s water future in the face of climate change. The…
Community Rivercare Program grants now open
Round two of the Community Rivercare Program is now open and applications are invited from not-for-profit volunteer groups until September 17, 2018. Funding is available to improve habitat for birds,…
Reconnecting rivers flowing to the Vasse Estuary – Hydrological and water quality modelling report
This Reconnecting Rivers project is part of the Revitalising Geographe Waterways program https://rgw.dwer.wa.gov.au/ , which aims to improve the ecological health and amenity of waterways in the Geographe region. The…
Dam construction and operation in rural areas
This note describes the range of impacts private water supply dams constructed in rural areas can have on our water resources. It also recommends how dam owners can minimise the…
Groundwater bores in development areas – information for developers and consultants
This document provides guidance on how to identify and manage Department owned groundwater monitoring bores in development areas. There will be one of three possible outcomes for each bore. These…
NWW July Newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here.
A Balcatta urban drain to be transformed into vibrant living stream
The Water Corporation and the City of Stirling are working together to improve the drainage system in the Roselea Estate, which is expected to reduce damage to road surfaces and…
Changes to streamline water licence and permit assessments
New fees will be introduced for water licence and permit assessments from July 1, 2018 for two of the State’s biggest water users – the mining and public water supply…
Morley drainage area transformed into a recreational park for the community
The State Government and City of Bayswater officially opened a new recreational park today, with the area transformed from a drain into a place to benefit the community. The initiative…
NWW April 2018 Newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here.
New WAter Ways training sessions for 2018
Calling all recent graduates and new professionals in the water sector or development industry! These courses will improve your understanding of water sensitive urban design principles, practices and possibilities. New…
NWW February 2018 Newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here.
53 community projects funded to protect Swan River
A total of 25 community groups have been awarded more than $338,000 in grants this year to deliver 53 projects that will help conserve the Swan and Canning rivers and…
NWW January 2018 Newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here.
One-stop shop launched to streamline water and environmental assessments
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has developed a new one-stop shop service for water and environmental assessments and approvals. Project applicants that require environmental and water approvals can…
NWW December 2017 Newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here
Science backs Vasse seawater inflow to reduce algal blooms
Gates at the Vasse Estuary surge barrier will be opened this month to let seawater mix into the estuary in a plan to reduce algal blooms over summer. Based on…
New Decision Process for Stormwater Management in WA
The updated Decision Process for Stormwater Management in WA has been published and is now available on the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation website. The decision process is a component of…
NWW November 2017 Newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here.
NWW October 2017 newsletter
The latest news, events and information relating to water, stormwater management, WSUD and more can be viewed online here.
NWW September 2017 Newsletter
The September issue of New WAter Way’s newsletter can be viewed online here.
$12.75 million to rural water projects
$12.75 million has been committed to rural water projects over the next three years to support regional communities in areas of low rainfall. More than $4 million will contribute to…
Groundwater Separation Distances Survey
Published by the Department of Planning and open for input until 8 November 2017, the Groundwater Separations Distances Survey can be accessed HERE.
NWW August 2017 Newsletter
Jam packed with news, events and all the latest in the water industry is the August 2017 New WAter Ways newsletter – available online here.
NWW July 2017 newsletter
The July edition of NWW’s newsletter can be viewed online here. It is packed full of News, Events, Awards and Grants… make yourself a cuppa and enjoy some time out…
A guide for monitoring the performance of WSUD elements in areas with high groundwater
Water sensitive urban design (WSUD) is an approach for the planning and design of urban environments that is sensitive to water sustainability, resilience, and environmental protection. The approach integrates the…
NWW May 2017 Newsletter
Everything water – news, events, updates and publications – can be viewed in the New WAter Ways newsletter here – online!
WA businesses recognised for leading the way in water efficiency
Western Australia’s most water efficient businesses have been congratulated for saving more than 12 billion litres of water last year through participating in Water Corporation waterwise programs. 23 businesses…
NWW April 2017 Newsletter
The April 2017 newsletter with all the most recent water news, events and developments can be viewed online here.