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We produce many media statements throughout the year reflecting aspects of our diverse business. On this page, you will find all of our media statements for the past five years. For older statements, please contact media@watercorporation.com.au.

Rio Tinto's Dampier desalination plant

Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbara's water supply

Western Australians living in the West Pilbara will benefit from long-term water security thanks to the Cook Government's $606 million investment which will double the $1.1 billion Dampier Seawater Desalination Plant's (DSDP) capacity.

Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbaras water supply
15 Jun 2026 | Media Release

Construction milestone for biggest water pipeline made in WA

Half of one of the largest water pipelines built in Western Australia has now been laid, marking a major milestone in the Cook Labor Government's $2.8 billion Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant project.

  • Perth
  • Projects
  • Water sources
Crew installing ASDP trunk main
11 Jun 2026 | Media Release

Water investment drives opportunities for Aboriginal businesses

More Western Australian-owned Aboriginal businesses are set to benefit from record Cook Labor Government investment into water and wastewater projects under changes to Water Corporation procurement processes.

05 Jun 2026 | Media Release

Cook Labor Government awards $70,000 to Kimberley community groups

The Cook Labor Government has awarded more than $70,000 to 13 not-for-profit groups through Water Corporation's unique Kimberley Community Grants Scheme, now in its 10th year.

  • North West
  • Community
  • Grants
Kimberley Community Grants recipients in Broome
29 May 2026 | Media Release

Waterwise program garners national accolade for excellence

A State Labor Government water-saving initiative embedding Aboriginal environmental and cultural knowledge into its design and implementation has received a top honour.

  • Waterwise
Kep Katitjin
27 May 2026 | Media Release

Waterwise offers extended for regional households across Western Australia

Regional households have more time to take advantage of a range of water-saving offers, now extended through the winter months.

  • Offers
  • Waterwise
Rainwater tank

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