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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.

Work begins on upgrades to Western Australia's longest pipeline

The Cook Labor Government has broken ground on upgrades to Western Australia's longest water pipeline, with the government's strong financial management allowing it to deliver essential infrastructure needed to grow and create jobs in the Goldfields and Wheatbelt as part of the government's Seven Cities plan.

$543m upgrades to Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme
07 Oct 2026 | Media Release

New Wellington Dam bridge opens in boost for South West tourism

A new traffic bridge at Wellington Dam, near Collie, is officially open, improving access to one of the South West's most popular tourist attractions.

  • Projects
  • South West
New bridge and mural
05 Oct 2026 | Media Release

Work begins on upgrades to Western Australia's longest pipeline

Cook Labor Government breaks ground on $543 million upgrade to Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme.

  • Goldfields
  • Projects
Made in WA pipe sections
02 Oct 2026 | Media Release

New water treatment plant works begin in Djarindjin

Construction has started on a new water treatment plant in Djarindjin, 170 kilometres north-east of Broome, to provide a new long-term water source for the Dampier Peninsula community.

Minister visit to Djarindijin community
02 Oct 2026 | Media Release

Give your garden the 'Slip, Slop, Slap' ahead of summer

Perth households are being encouraged to get their gardens ready for summer now, helping lawns and plants cope with warmer conditions while sticking to two rostered watering days.

  • Waterwise
  • Climate change
  • Residential
Soil
15 Sep 2026 | Media Release

Wungong Dam upgrade opens nature to more visitors

More Western Australians will have a reason to visit Perth's Hills, with upgraded facilities at Wungong Dam in Bedfordale creating a more welcoming, accessible, and family-friendly experience for visitors to enjoy.

  • Dams
  • Community
  • Perth
Water Minister Daniel Pastorelli, Hugh Jones MLA and Armadale Mayor Ruth Butterfield join Water Corp crew and Year 6 students from Armadale Primary at Wungong Dam's Splash of Colour Mural

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