2020
$12 million pipeline to further secure future water supply to South-West communities
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced the commencement of construction of a 17-kilometre pipeline connecting the South-West towns of Mullalyup and Kirup to the Warren Blackwood Water Supply Scheme.
Metro weekly water update - 18 December 2020
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Free waterwise showerhead offer now available to metropolitan households
Perth and Mandurah residents will have the opportunity to exchange their inefficient showerheads for waterwise alternatives under a new metropolitan Showerhead Swap program, announced by Water Minister Dave Kelly today.
Lamprey in the limelight as inspiration for new public artwork
Lamprey eels may look like something from a science fiction movie but the endangered jawless fish are proving to be a pretty picture as the inspiration behind a new public mural near Pemberton’s Lefroy Brook Weir.
Think before you sink – household tips to avoid a Christmas plumbing headache
Water Corporation is reminding people to correctly dispose of fats, oils, grease and other waste products this Christmas.
Metro weekly water update - 11 December 2020
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West Aussies warned not to rely on scheme water supply during a bushfire
With another challenging bushfire season predicted for southern Western Australia, the Minister for Water today reminded the community not to rely on their scheme water supply if they plan to stay and defend their property.
Better protection and support for water service customers affected by family violence
Water Minister Dave Kelly and Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence Minister Simone McGurk today launched a code of practice requiring water service providers to support and protect customers affected by family violence.
Metro weekly water update - 4 December 2020
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New pipeline to support housing growth in southern suburbs
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced the completion of a $4.8 million water distribution pipeline which will support future residential development in Perth's south.
Rapids Landing Margaret River recognised as a Waterwise School
Rapids Landing Primary School, Margaret River, was recognised as Western Australia’s 585th Waterwise School at a special assembly last week.
Water Corporation initiatives to boost employment of people with disability
Young Western Australians with disability will be the focus of a new work experience placement and traineeship program at Water Corporation, as part of its ongoing commitment to improve disability access and inclusion.
Metro weekly water update - 27 November 2020
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$24 million Murchison water quality program reaches first milestone
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced the completion of the first of four new advanced water treatment plants in the Murchison, as part of a $24 million commitment to improving water quality in the region.
Metro weekly water update - 20 November 2020
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Eaton pump station site becomes canvas for striking new public artwork
Students from Glen Huon Primary School in Eaton have teamed with local Wardarndi and Balardong Noongar artist Tahlia Bennell and Water Corporation to transform an everyday wastewater pump station into a vibrant public artwork.
Aboriginal artists make a splash in Guildford for NAIDOC Week
In a unique community collaboration, Aboriginal artists have partnered with Water Corporation and Community Arts Network (CAN) to transform a Guildford wastewater pump station into a vibrant and culturally significant public artwork.
Metro weekly water update - 13 November 2020
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$25.6 million drain upgrade to improve flood mitigation in Busselton
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that construction has started on a $25.6 million upgrade to the Vasse Diversion Drain in Busselton, which will improve flood mitigation for the town during significant rainfall events.
Picton Road pump station brought to life through striking public artwork
Those travelling past Bunbury Train Station will not be able to miss a striking public mural by local artist Luke O’Donohoe, which now adorns an everyday wastewater pump station on Picton Road.
Wastewater testing underway to boost COVID-19 surveillance
Western Australia's wastewater testing program for COVID-19 has commenced, following extensive scientific preparation and analysis.
Metro weekly water update - 6 November 2020
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Metro weekly water update - 30 October 2020
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COVID-19 wastewater testing program on track
The McGowan Government confirmed today that the COVID-19 wastewater program is on track, with testing to start this week.
$1.5 million investment in water efficiency flows into WA public schools
Public schools across the State are set to benefit from a new $1.5 million investment by the McGowan Government in water saving works, while providing opportunities for local tradespeople and suppliers, under the WA Recovery Plan.
Revegetation project to protect groundwater and create birdlife habitat
Water Minister Dave Kelly and Environment Minister Stephen Dawson have today announced that areas of a former pine plantation in Perth's north will be rehabilitated as habitat for the endangered Carnaby's cockatoo under a partnership between the Water Corporation and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA).
Metro Weekly Water Update - 23 October 2020
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Jackson Harvey makes a splash in Fremantle during National Water Week
Fremantle mural artist Jackson Harvey today joined Water Minister Dave Kelly at White Gum Valley Primary School to help inspire a future generation of water sustainability ambassadors.
$1.2 million support package to benefit Western Australians with incontinence
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that households with a recipient of the Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS) will be eligible for Water Corporation's Medical Assist program.
Major investment in Western Australia regional water infrastructure
Water Minister Dave Kelly today welcomed the continued strong investment in regional water, wastewater and drainage services and infrastructure announced in the recent 2020-21 State Budget.
New awareness campaign to inspire waterwise action at start of National Water Week
Faced with the impacts of climate change and reduced rainfall, Western Australians are being urged to rethink their water use and reminded to practice waterwise habits as part of a new awareness campaign launched today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.
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Essential upgrades to improve long-term water supply in Karratha
Water Corporation will undertake an essential project to replace more than 1,000 customer water service connections in Karratha to improve supply reliability for local residents.
Perth metro weekly water update - 25 September 2020
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New Water Corporation Board Chair appointed
Water Minister Dave Kelly has welcomed Ross Love as the new chair of the Water Corporation's Board.
Exmouth residents to receive water-saving support
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that Exmouth residents will have the opportunity to claim special water-saving offers as one of 40 regional communities participating in the Water Corporation's 2020-21 Waterwise Towns Program.
More support to the Goldfields to help residents save money on their water bills
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that a new trial to optimise water use in evaporative air-conditioners during summer will be offered exclusively to Kalgoorlie-Boulder residents as part of the Water Corporation's 2020-21 Waterwise Towns Program.
Water-saving support extended to 19 communities between Walpole to Esperance
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that the Waterwise Towns Program would be extended to provide water-saving support to a further 17 local communities, including Albany, Katanning, Narrogin, Ravensthorpe and Esperance.
Water-saving support extended to more Pilbara and Kimberley communities
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that seven Pilbara and Kimberley communities, including Broome and Karratha, will have access to special water-saving offers through the Water Corporation's 2020-21 Waterwise Towns Program.
Water-saving support provided to South-West communities
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that water-saving offers, including a rainwater tank rebate and free Showerhead Swap, would be available to 10 South-West communities in the 2020-21 Waterwise Towns Program.
New program to test wastewater for COVID-19
Western Australia's wastewater will soon be tested for the COVID-19 virus, with an evaluation program to expand PCR testing to the State's sewerage network.
Perth metro weekly water update - 18 September 2020
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Near record low rainfall to end of winter prompts Perth waterwise reminder
Low rainfall to the end of August is another stark reminder for Perth residents of the ever-increasing need to stay waterwise in the face of climate change - following one of the city's driest and warmest winters on record.
New public viewing area part of $17 million investment at Ord River Diversion Dam
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced the official opening of a new public viewing area at the popular Ord River Diversion Dam, as part of the McGowan Government’s $17 million upgrade of the vital irrigation infrastructure.
Perth metro weekly water update - 11 September 2020
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Water Corporation and local students pitch in to help monitor unique ecological event
Water Corporation is teaming up with researchers from Murdoch University and local high school students to better understand one of WA’s oddest-looking creatures – the endangered lamprey.
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Essential work begins to upgrade Geraldton water supply
Water Corporation has started work on a $1.7 million project to improve long-term water supply reliability to Geraldton customers.
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WA businesses celebrated for commitment to the waterwise message
Western Australia’s leading waterwise businesses have been recognised for helping save over nine billion litres of precious water as part of the Waterwise Business Program for 2020.
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Waterwise Aquatic Centre Program makes a splash with new recognition scheme
Waterwise aquatic centres across Western Australia will have the opportunity to achieve a new level of recognition under changes to the Water Corporation's Waterwise Aquatic Centre Program.
Specialist technology roles brought in-house at Water Corporation
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that the Water Corporation had brought a further 22 high-tech roles in-house, following the successful transfer of more than 400 employees from private alliance partnerships earlier this year.
Perth metro weekly water update 21 August 2020
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Perth metro weekly water update 14 August 2020
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Local artist Tahlia Bennell and students to collaborate on community mural
Emerging Wardarndi and Balardong Noongar artist Tahlia Bennell will transform an everyday wastewater pump station next to Glen Huon Primary School, Eaton, into a creative artwork, as part of Water Corporation’s Splash of Colour program.
Kojonup residents urged to think before they flush
Kojonup residents are being urged to think twice about what they flush down the toilet, or wash down the sink, after two large ‘pipe monsters’ were found blocking the local wastewater system.
Historic wooden road surface uncovered during Pipes for Fremantle work
The first wooden blocks used to pave Perth roads over a century ago have been uncovered during essential works to replace ageing water mains in Fremantle.
Wilson Inlet sandbar to open this week
Water Corporation is set to open the Wilson Inlet sandbar in Denmark later this week.
Perth metro weekly water update 7 August 2020
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Aboriginal communities to receive $38.9 million water service upgrades
Upgrades to water services in remote and town-based Aboriginal communities will be fast-tracked as part of the McGowan Government's $5.5 billion WA Recovery Plan.
Green light for $33 million boost to Broome’s water infrastructure
Major investment to future-proof Broome's wastewater network.
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Plants aplenty as Waterwise Greening Scheme reaches new heights
Ahead of National Tree Day this Sunday, Water Minister Dave Kelly has applauded Waterwise Councils for helping to create cooler, greener and more sustainable neighbourhoods through the Water Corporation's Waterwise Greening Scheme.
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Community bush garden to reinvigorate empty Scarborough site
Land around an everyday wastewater pump station in Scarborough is set to transform into a green, inviting public space as part of a project to create a community bush garden.
Denmark pipeline construction gets under way
Water Corporation is well on the way to further securing Denmark’s water supply as construction work has started for the new pipeline that will connect the town to the Lower Great Southern Town Water Supply Scheme.
Work complete on upgrade to Carnarvon water tanks
The McGowan Government has moved to bolster long-term water security in Carnarvon by investing $1.6 million to upgrade local supply and storage infrastructure.
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Native plants showcased at Bassendean community waterwise demonstration garden
The finishing touches have been made to Bassendean's first community waterwise demonstration garden, designed to inspire the use of native, waterwise plants around the home.
Woodman Point to Point Peron Treated Wastewater Main - Update 3
Water Corporation is investigating a leak on its Woodman Point to Point Peron Treated Wastewater Main
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Household water leaks targeted under new rebate initiative
Households are set to benefit from a $100 rebate on the cost of fixing water leaks under a new program targeting more than 135,000 metropolitan properties across Perth and Peel.
Splashing around at City Beach
The coastline from City Beach to Floreat is the inspiration for a new public art project adorning an everyday water pump station in the Town of Cambridge.
State Government provides $180,000 to Kimberley community projects
Projects supporting children with special needs, caring for local wildlife and promoting cultural learning are among those to receive funding through the latest round of the Water Corporation's Kimberley Community Grants Scheme.
Water Corporation competition brings extra perks to visiting and shopping in Fremantle
Water Corporation announces community initiatives to encourage more people to visit Fremantle and shop local during Pipes for Fremantle works.
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Local governments leading the way towards a Waterwise WA
Water Minister Dave Kelly has commended local governments for their commitment to developing sustainable, liveable communities and leading the way towards a Waterwise WA.
Water charges relief for regional businesses affected by COVID-19
Regional businesses will benefit from a delay to planned increases in non-residential water charges across 10 regional schemes.
Perth metro weekly water update - 26 June 2020
Perth metro weekly water update – 26 June 2020
Water Corporation issues important warning not to fish or recreate near Ord River Diversion Dam
Water Corporation and the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley is reminding the Kununurra community not to enter restricted areas at the Ord River Diversion Dam.
Perth metro weekly water update - 19 June 2020
Perth metro weekly water update – 19 June 2020
Perth metro weekly water update - 12 June 2020
Perth metro weekly water update – 12 June 2020
Burst water mains affecting Hazelmere, Belmont, Redcliffe, South Guildford and High Wycombe
Water Corporation reports several burst water mains, following criminal damage to a major water pressure valve.
Metro weekly water update - 5 June 2020
Perth metro weekly water update – 5 June 2020
$19 million upgrade to Margaret River wastewater facility complete
Major upgrades have been completed to the Water Corporation's Margaret River wastewater facility to cater for future growth.
Denmark pipeline to deliver local jobs
Water Minister Dave Kelly has announced the Water Corporation is on track to deliver the pipeline from Albany to Denmark in early 2021.
A decade of water saving celebrated as annual Winter Sprinkler Switch-off returns for 2020
Households and businesses across Perth, Mandurah and parts of the South-West and Great Southern are being reminded to help save billions of litres of precious water by turning off their sprinklers this winter.
Perth metro weekly water update 29 May 2020
Perth metro weekly water update – 29 May 2020
Water Corporation moves to greener fleet with electric vehicles
Water Corporation is today introducing two full-electric vehicles (EVs), the first of a wider commitment to further reducing carbon emissions and minimising its environmental footprint.
Wastewater charge relief for Water Corporation business customers to help boost COVID-19 economic recovery
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced a new measure to further help Water Corporation customers financially recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Water Corporation provides new opportunity for Aboriginal employment in the Pilbara
Water Corporation has helped create more than 16 new jobs for local Aboriginal people through a $300,000 contract awarded to Pilbara company Naanda Australia.
Green light for world-leading renewable hydrogen from wastewater project
For the first time in Australia, a project is in the pipeline to produce low-emission hydrogen and graphite from sewage at a wastewater treatment plant.
Temporary water interruption for some Broome residents to allow for essential upgrades
Temporary interruption for some residents in the Cable Beach area
Local artist helps make a colourful splash in Mount Hawthorn
The McGowan Government, through the Water Corporation, is transforming everyday water and wastewater pump stations and electrical cabinets into vibrant pieces of community art through its Splash of Colour program.
Perth metro weekly water update 22 May 2020
Perth metro weekly water update – 22 May 2020
Water Corporation supports Kimberley through new COVID-19 Community Relief Fund
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Water Corporation to replace century old water mains in Fremantle CBD
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Perth metro weekly water update 1 May 2020
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Water Corporation crews are asking you to do your bit – think before you flush
Water Corporation is asking the community to make our wastewater crews' work-day easier by ensuring they only flush the 3Ps – pee, poo and (toilet) paper.
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Popular Denmark community facilities receive a waterwise makeove
Water Corporation’s Waterwise Denmark program has reached the Denmark Recreation Centre and McLean Park Precinct with the facilities receiving a water efficient makeover to help save precious water.
Grant scheme funding open to Kimberley community groups
Water Minister Dave Kelly is encouraging not-for-profit groups and schools in the Kimberley with a great idea for a community project to apply for a grant of up to $10,000.
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Nine successive wins for Water Corporation’s Lifeblood Team
Water Corporation employees have done it again, getting their blood pumping 1,325 times in 2019 to retain the title of WA’s largest corporate blood donor.
Water Corporation commits $30 million to solar energy
The McGowan Government is working with the Water Corporation to reduce its energy use, committing $30 million over three years for solar energy projects around the State.
Water Corporation cabinets in Augusta splashed with colour
Locals and tourists visiting Flinders Bay in Augusta will notice a bright new addition in the area, with a row of Water Corporation grey electrical cabinets along Albany Terrace transformed into public art.
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100 good reasons to think before you flush
Water Corporation has encouraged the Pilbara community to think twice about what they flush down the toilet and pour down the sink.
Broome community sings from the heart
Funded through Water Corporation’s Kimberley Community Grants Scheme, more than 200 Broome community members were involved in making the upbeat music clip and song, titled, ‘Home is Where the Heart is’.
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Bassendean Community Men’s Shed to become home to a waterwise demonstration garden
New waterwise demonstration garden in Bassendean to educate and inspire the local community to embrace water efficiency outdoors
Harding Dam comes close to overflowing for the first time in three years
For the first time in three years the Pilbara’s iconic Harding Dam is nearing full capacity thanks to heavy rainfall brought by Tropical Cyclone Damien.
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The West Pilbara Water Supply Scheme covers Karratha, Dampier, Roebourne, Cape Lambert, Wickham and Point Samson.
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McGowan Government supports regional communities as lack of rain impacts dams and water supply schemes
Communities across the south of Western Australia are feeling the full effects of climate change with little to no rainfall in recent months requiring Water Corporation to cart water to town tanks, standpipes and other storages.
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McGowan Government on track to secure drinking water supply through new pipeline in Denmark
The project to secure Denmark's long term water security has reached an important milestone this week with the proposed route of the pipeline released to the community for feedback.
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Acting Chairman appointed
Deputy Chairman David Lock has taken up the role of Acting Chairman after Michael Hollett tended his resignation.
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Vasse Diversion Drain sand bar reopened
The natural sand bar which forms in summer at the beach entrance to the Vasse Diversion Drain was manually re-opened this week ahead of schedule due to favourable weather patterns and tidal movements.
Waterwise Garden Centres help save water in the garden
Green Life Soil Co in Midvale and Tim Eva’s Nursery in Gidgegannup are two of the latest garden centres to be endorsed under Water Corporation’s Waterwise Garden Centres Program.
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