Cairns Drainage Crisis After 80mm Deluge in 45 Minutes
Cairns residents raise urgent drainage concerns following an intense 80mm rainfall in 45 minutes, highlighting infrastructure vulnerabilities and community impacts.
Category : Water Management
FNQ Council to Assess Record Water Restrictions
A Far North Queensland council is set to evaluate unprecedented water restrictions as the region faces a severe water shortage, prompting urgent community action.
ACT to Include Wine Bottles in 10c Refund Scheme from 2027
The ACT government announces an expansion of its container deposit scheme to include wine and spirits bottles, aiming to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste significantly.
Why a Rainwater Tank is a Smart Home Investment
Discover four key benefits of installing a rainwater tank in Australia, from saving money on bills to boosting property value and ensuring drought security. Learn how to choose the right tank.
Key power link for $2.8bn Alkimos desal plant complete
A critical 5km underground power cable is now in place for Perth's massive Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, marking a key step towards 2028 completion. Discover how this project will secure WA's water future.
Cairns water future uncertain despite current supply
Cairns' water supply is secure for now, but a new report warns of future shortages by 2031. Discover the critical infrastructure projects and challenges ahead for the region.
Plan to turn Upper Hunter mining voids into lakes
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
Recreation vs Water Supply at Copperlode Dam
Cairns Regional Council reaffirms Copperlode Dam's primary role as a water source, sparking debate over recreational access. Read the latest on the conflict.
Major milestone for Belmont Desalination Plant as barge arrives
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
WA Water Police Issue Stern Warning to Boaties
Western Australia's elite Water Police detail the biggest dangers on our waters this season and issue a crucial safety warning to all boat users. Stay safe on the water.
Major milestone for Belmont desalination plant as barge arrives
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
Mount Molloy water supply fails, residents rely on bottled water
Mount Molloy residents are forced onto bottled water after their town supply runs dry. Council scrambles to fix the critical infrastructure failure. Read the latest on this Far North Queensland crisis.
$40M Geelong Water Pipeline Upgrade Complete
Geelong's drinking water supply secured after major $40 million pipeline upgrades. Critical infrastructure improvements ensure reliable water for growing population.
Hummer crash cuts water supply to Rollingstone
A Hummer crash on the Bruce Highway has damaged a crucial water pipeline, leaving Rollingstone residents with low water pressure for weeks. Read the latest updates.
Cairns water security boosted as reservoir projects hit milestones
Cairns celebrates significant progress on two crucial reservoir projects that will future-proof the region's water supply against drought and support continued population growth.
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