WA’s next major infrastructure project to deliver economic boom
The Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant has marked a major milestone in delivery, with commencement of the WA-manufactured Alkimos to Wanneroo desalination pipeline project.
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04 Aug 2025
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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.
29 Jul 2025
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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.
24 Jul 2025
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$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.
04 Jul 2025
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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.
03 Jul 2025
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Spearwood & Beaconsfield sewer main bursts
Incident information for related wastewater issues in Spearwood, Beaconsfield and South Fremantle.
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