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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
15 Jul 2025 | Media Release

Water that is Made in WA to cater for the State's growing population

The Cook Labor Government is supporting Western Australia's growing population with works progressing on its $2.8 billion Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant (ASDP), providing a sustainable supply of water that is Made in WA.

  • Water sources
Access pit for TBMs
03 Jul 2025 | Media Release

Desalination key to securing sustainable water future for Lower Great Southern

Nanarup and Sandpatch within the City of Albany are the new areas under consideration for a proposed seawater desalination plant to help secure a sustainable and reliable water supply for the Lower Great Southern beyond 2030.

  • Great Southern
  • Water sources
Point King Lighthouse
30 Jun 2025 | Media Release

Celebrating 30 years of waterwise learning in WA schools

Water Corporation's Waterwise Schools education program is celebrating a major milestone, marking 30 years of educating Western Australian students on the value of water and importance of conservation.

  • Waterwise programs
Hillarys Primary School students during Water Corporations waterwise education program

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