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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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29 Jul 2025 | Media Release

Desalination the preferred choice to support Exmouth's water future

Seawater desalination has been selected as the preferred next major drinking water source for Exmouth, supporting long-term economic and community growth and alleviating demand for groundwater in one of Australia’s most iconic tourist towns.

  • In planning
  • Climate change
  • Mid West
  • Projects
  • Water sources
Girl drinking water
24 Jul 2025 | Media Release

$40 million water supply upgrades flow across Perth

Thousands more households across Perth will benefit from improved water supply reliability under the second tranche of a $40.4 million program to upgrade water pipes.

Contractors working on pipe renewals
04 Jul 2025 | Media Release

Upper Swan River wastewater overflow in Guildford and Viveash area

People should not undertake any water recreational activities, including swimming, fishing, kayaking and rowing, until further notice in the Upper Swan River following wastewater overflows into the river.

  • Perth
  • Wastewater
03 Jul 2025 | Media Release

Spearwood & Beaconsfield sewer main bursts

Incident information for related wastewater issues in Spearwood, Beaconsfield and South Fremantle.

  • Leaks
  • Perth
  • Wastewater
03 Jul 2025 | Media Release

Planned water outage in Broome

Residents in Djugun, Bilingurr and the Blue Haze Industrial Estate are advised of an upcoming overnight water outage, as essential work is carried out to relocate a major water main.

  • Residential
  • Business
  • Community
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