February 2025
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.
$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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
