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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.

Rio Tinto's Dampier desalination plant

Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbara's water supply

Western Australians living in the West Pilbara will benefit from long-term water security thanks to the Cook Government's $606 million investment which will double the $1.1 billion Dampier Seawater Desalination Plant's (DSDP) capacity.

Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbaras water supply
28 Aug 2025 | Media Release

Waterwise Greening Scheme Opens

A scheme that has provided more than 400,000 free native plants to households across the State is now open, making establishing a waterwise garden much easier for plant lovers in Western Australia.

  • Offers
  • Waterwise
  • Waterwise councils
25 Aug 2025 | Media Release

Margaret River charity gets a helping hand from competition winners

Margaret River charity, River Angels, will be better able to support families impacted by cancer thanks to local Water Corporation employees who’ve donated prize money won during a niche industry competition in Perth.

  • South West
  • Community
  • Regional careers
13 Aug 2025 | Media Release

Albany wastewater network upgraded as part of Cook Government investment in regional infrastructure

A $17.2 million project to upgrade Albany's wastewater network ensure the region has reliable wastewater services is now complete.

  • Great Southern
  • Wastewater
Work is underway on Albany's wastewater network
04 Aug 2025 | Media Release

Wilson Inlet sandbar set to be opened this week

A channel connecting Denmark’s Wilson Inlet to the Southern Ocean is expected to be opened on Wednesday, 6 August following a meeting between stakeholders.

  • Denmark
  • Great Southern
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
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