2022
New renewably-powered desalination plant planned for Alkimos
Alkimos has been selected as the preferred location for the State's next major water source - a renewably-powered seawater desalination plant that will provide safe, secure drinking water to millions of Western Australians.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 17 June 2022
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Sewer main emergency repair works – Town of Cottesloe
Water Corporation is conducting emergency repairs to a damaged sewer main at Car Park One on Marine Parade, Cottesloe.
New species of freshwater sponge discovered in Wyndham
A new species of freshwater sponge has been discovered in Wyndham. This is the first time the genus has been reported in Australia.
Planned water outage for Swan View, Greenmount, Stratton and Jane Brook
Residents in parts of Swan View, Greenmount, Stratton and Jane Brook will be without water from 9pm Tuesday, 14 June to 4am Wednesday, 15 June while our crews undertake essential maintenance work to replace a water valve.
Kimberley community groups benefit from $70,000 in Water Corporation grants
Eleven not-for-profit groups in the Kimberley have been awarded funding totalling more than $70,000, as part of Water Corporation's Kimberley Community Grants Scheme.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 3 June 2022
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Switch off and help save up to five billion litres of water this winter
Water Minister Dave Kelly has reminded households and businesses to switch off garden irrigation by June 1 to help save around five billion litres of precious water - enough water to fill Optus Stadium five times.
Perth weekly water update - 27 May 2022
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Two Rocks community advised of temporary low water pressure for emergency works
Water Corporation is advising residents in Two Rocks of possible reduced water pressure from 9pm Monday 30 May to 6am Tuesday 31 May for emergency works to a damaged water tank outlet.
Celebrating Aboriginal culture in Derby for Reconciliation Week
The Holy Rosary School in Derby has created an inclusive garden space for students to come together to learn Aboriginal history, local language and cultural stories while sustainably growing their own bush food and vegetables.
Perth weekly water update - 20 May 2022
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$15 million pipeline to secure long-term water supply to South-West communities
Water supply to the South-West communities of Mullalyup and Kirup is now more secure following the completion of a $15 million pipeline, announced by Water Minister Dave Kelly today.
Warning comes after increase in illegal activity near Ord River Diversion Dam
Water Corporation and the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley have issued a warning over the dangers of illegally fishing and recreating within restricted areas of the Ord River Diversion Dam.
Perth weekly water update - 13 May 2022
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New bridge to view world-famous Wellington Dam mural
The McGowan Government will build a new bridge to enhance the safety of visitors to Collie's world-famous Wellington Dam mural, with $10 million allocated towards the project in the 2022-2023 State Budget.
Innovation drives water efficiency among WA’s top waterwise businesses and buildings
Water Minister Dave Kelly has congratulated Western Australia's leading waterwise businesses and office buildings for helping save an estimated combined 12 billion litres of precious drinking water in 2020-21.
Special praise for WA’s top waterwise councils and aquatic centres
Water Minister Dave Kelly has crowned the City of Joondalup as WA's Platinum Waterwise Council of the Year at a special ceremony acknowledging the water-saving success of local governments and aquatic centres.
WA housing developers celebrated for commitment to water-sensitive urban design
Three innovative housing developments were today recognised for their commitment to water-sensitive urban design at a special ceremony hosted by Water Corporation.
Limited time left to claim free Great Southern waterwise offers
Households in select Great Southern regional towns are being encouraged to help save water in the home by taking advantage of Water Corporation’s waterwise offers before the end of May.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 22 April 2022
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Work starts to replace 100-year-old water pipes on Beaufort Street
Vital upgrades to 100-year-old water mains on Beaufort Street will start next week to bolster supply reliability for residents and businesses along the bustling café strip.
Healthy snack options ripe for the picking at new Yakanarra community garden
Healthy breakfast and snack options will soon be on the menu at a remote Kimberley community thanks to a new citrus garden planted using a grant from Water Corporation and the Lions Club of Broome.
Voting open in Water Corporation's 2022 Community Choice Awards
Waterwise projects in the City of Mandurah, Town of Bassendean, Shire of Murray and City of Bayswater have been shortlisted for Water Corporation’s 2022 Community Choice Awards, with voting open until Friday, 22 April.
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Perth Weekly Water Update - 31 March 2022
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Funding now available to kickstart community projects in the Kimberley
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced the opening of Water Corporation's Kimberley Community Grants Scheme that offers individual grants of up to $10,000 to Kimberley schools and not-for-profit groups.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 25 March 2022
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Rockingham's beachside culture celebrated in new community artworks
Rockingham's iconic coastal lifestyle is the inspiration for two public murals that have transformed indistinct water assets into vibrant community artworks.
Further experience added to Water Corporation board
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced the appointment of social equity advocate and former WA Member of Parliament, Janine Freeman, to Water Corporation's Board of Directors.
Waterwise message in the spotlight for World Water Day 2022
The impact of climate change on Perth's water sources is in the spotlight as part of World Water Day 2022, with a recent survey showing many people still believe rainfall is Perth's primary drinking water source.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 18 March 2022
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Discoloured water alert for Joondanna, Mount Hawthorn, North Perth and Mount Lawley - 11-12 March 2022
Customers in Joondanna, Mount Hawthorn, North Perth and Mount Lawley may be experiencing discoloured water following essential valve and pipeline works that has stirred up harmless sediment in the pipes.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 11 March 2022
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Perth Weekly Water Update - 4 March 2022
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Water deficiency declared in the Shire of Esperance - Salmon Gums and Grass Patch
Water Minister Dave Kelly has today declared a water deficiency in Salmon Gums and Grass Patch in the Shire of Esperance and announced the State Government will begin carting water for eligible farmers from Tuesday March 1, 2022 for animal welfare needs.
Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes bushfire - Hester Dam water source being reinstated
Updates from Water Corporation on the Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes bushfire.
Illegal marron fishing results in successful prosecution
A 52-year-old Jarrahdale man has been fined more than $9,000, including penalties, for taking 79 marron during the closed season for marron fishing.
Shires of Dumbleyung and Wickepin - normal water supply restored
Water Corporation advises repairs to a bushfire-damaged water main between Wickepin and Dumbleyung are complete and normal water supply has been restored.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 18 February 2022
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Financial relief for bushfire-affected Western Australians
The McGowan Government today announced further support for those affected by the impacts of recent bushfires in the State's Great Southern, South-West and Wheatbelt regions in the form of ongoing relief from Synergy, Water Corporation and Western Power.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 11 February 2022
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Lake Argyle picnic area temporarily closed for maintenance works
Water Corporation is undertaking essential maintenance works on the road to the Lake Argyle picnic area following damage sustained from recent heavy rainfall events.
New water pipeline to cater for Perth’s booming south-east
Housing development in Perth's south-east will be supported for years to come following completion of a 2.1 kilometres water pipeline servicing the fast-growing suburbs of Mundijong and Whitby.
Get back to nature at revamped Churchman Brook dam
A new nature playground at the Water Corporation's Churchman Brook dam is the centrepiece of upgraded visitor facilities at the popular Perth dam, unveiled today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.
Kimberley residents advised to avoid floodwaters
Kimberley residents are advised to avoid contact with floodwaters which may have been contaminated by wastewater in the wake of rapid, heavy rainfall overnight.
Perth Weekly Water Update - 28 January 2022
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Perth Weekly Water Update - 17 January 2022
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Broome business to support major upgrade of local water and wastewater infrastructure
Water Minister Dave Kelly has announced the start of a major upgrade to water and wastewater infrastructure in Broome, with a local Aboriginal business appointed to deliver the project's first stage.
Water Corporation to lower Lake Kununurra for essential work
Water Corporation will lower the water level of Lake Kununurra for two weeks from 7 January 2022 to 21 January 2022 to complete important maintenance work to the irrigation scheme.
