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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.

Wet winter belies true impact of declining streamflow to Perth dams

With recent rainfall across Perth and southern WA, it’s easy to assume our dams are full to brim. But the connection between rainfall and dam levels isn’t so simple. 

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15 Oct 2025 | Media Release

New pup on the block as Piper joins WA's leak detection pack

A six-month-old Cocker Spaniel with an acute sense of smell is the latest recruit in a Cook Government supported-program that is helping prevent water loss and costly repairs across Western Australia.

Piper in park
10 Oct 2025 | Media Release

WA’s next major water source reaches project milestone

The largest steel water main pipeline ever made in Western Australia is now being laid as part of the next step in the Cook Labor Government’s $2.8 billion Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant (ASDP).

  • In progress
  • Projects
  • Water sources
First extra large pipe gets laid with celebrations all round
03 Oct 2025 | Media Release

Program to reduce groundwater use reaches milestone

A Cook Government initiative to help local councils build climate resilient suburbs while also reducing groundwater usage has reached a major milestone.

  • Waterwise councils
  • Waterwise programs
Irrigation in park
03 Sep 2025 | Media Release

Waterwise offers available to help WA households save water

Households across Western Australia can take advantage of a range of waterwise offers this spring, as part of a Cook Government program helping to conserve drinking water and reduce bills ahead of summer.

  • Community
  • Offers
  • Waterwise
Man checking irrigation
01 Sep 2025 | Media Release

Colourful transformation brings Bedford park to life

Birkett Reserve in Bedford has undergone a vibrant transformation, with native landscaping, modern fencing, and colourful public art transforming a once-overlooked drainage pump station and basin into a welcoming community space.

  • Community
  • Drainage
  • Environment
  • Waterwise programs
Group shot in front of transformed wastewater pump station

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