The CSIRO are conducting a $15million Northern Australia Water Resource Assessment which aims to expand irrigated agriculture across the northern parts of Australia. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, Barnaby Joyce, and Minister for Northern Australia, Matt Canavan, said the assessments are now underway in Queensland, Darwin, Western Australia and Adelaide. Water resource assessments are currently […]
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Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) Chief Executive Cheryl Cartwright has celebrated the Australian oil and gas industry as world leaders in public safety regarding natural gas transmission pipelines. Ms Cartwright made the following comments at the recent Australian Oil and Gas Exhibition and Conference in Perth. “The design, construction and operation of our natural gas transmission pipelines is underpinned […]
The Office of Environment and Heritage (NSW) is seeking tenders for the provision of Woody Head Campground sewerage system fault response and rectification and routine maintenance services. The services will encompass the full extent of the system from the E-one pump units, including the electrical control panels, and the two sand traps located at the large and small amenities blocks, […]
Local Government Infrastructure Services (QLD) is seeking tenders for the design, construction and commissioning of a cooling system, capable of providing cooled water to meet both of Winton Shire’s geothermal plants’ individual on-demand needs. One geothermal plant will run continuously as base load and the other will be a peaking plant running between 6am and 8pm or alternatively both run […]
WA Water Minister, Mia Davies, has announced the completion of the $95million East Rockingham wastewater treatment plant in Perth. Ms Davies said the wastewater treatment aims to cater for growth in Perth’s south-west metropolitan corridor and was completed $13million under budget. “The $95million plant contains the latest wastewater and odour treatment technology, to minimise any odours produced through the treatment […]
EY Oceania Power and Utilities Leader, Matt Rennie, predicts 2016 will be a big year for utilities with a surge in renewable energy investment, a shift in the way customers interact with the energy sector and Government asset sales set to dominate deal value. These predictions follow the release of EY’s global report, Power transactions and trends: 2015 review and […]
South East Water has collaborated on a new housing development built on the site of a decommissioned purification plant, which aims to increase water efficiently in Melbourne’s south east. The soon to be launched Aquarevo estate is a collaboration between South East Water and Villawood Properties and will try to cut household demand for mains drinking water by 70 per cent. […]
The Victorian town of Newstead is now a step closer to becoming the first to be powered by 100 per cent locally generated renewable energy, after signing a memorandum of understanding with Powercor Australia. Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources, Lily D’Ambrosio, visited Newstead to witness the signing between Powercor Australia and the community group driving the project, Newstead 2021. […]
After a comprehensive recruitment process, MidCoast Water has appointed its new general manager. MidCoast Chairperson, Aled Hoggett announced that Ken Gouldthorp will commence in the role of general manager on 21 March 2016. Mr Hoggett said, “I am delighted that such a large number of high quality candidates sought the role, coming from South Australia, Queensland, Victoria, Western Australia, Tasmania, […]
The South Australia’s Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission has highlighted the critical role of natural gas in Australia’s energy future. The inquiry found that nuclear energy would not be commercially viable to supply baseload electricity to the South Australian subregion of the National Electricity Market from 2030, the earliest date for its possible introduction. Instead, it points to a growing […]
With many existing water treatment plant control systems using aging equipment and operating beyond recommended life expectancy, new upgrades are often required to avoid costly breakdowns and loss of service. However, deciding when to upgrade or if you should upgrade at all, is an important decision that can be overlooked at times and considered too difficult, which then places unnecessary […]
Irrigation Australia (IAL) has produced a set of Rural Irrigation System Design Standards and Codes of Practice for the rural irrigation industry in Australia. IAL was able to produce these standards after receiving funding from the Queensland Government, through the Department Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM). While the new standards were produced specifically for the Queensland rural sector, IAL is […]
A new Infrastructure Australia report is recommending the nbn be split into distinct business units and privatised. The report, Australian Infrastructure Plan: Priorities and reforms for our nation’s future proposes that the Australian Government should split nbn into distinct business units to encourage infrastructure competition, promote private investment, and allow for specialisation in managing different networks. The report says the […]
The $19.8million Bundaberg Port Gas Pipeline project in Queensland has reached a significant milestone. The high pressure gas pipes that will form the 28.5km pipeline have started the 400km journey from Brisbane to the major Queensland regional centre. The multi-million dollar project is part of a development agreement between the Queensland Government and Australian Gas Networks for the delivery and […]
Queensland Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk, announced that almost $2.5billion in renewable energy projects have been proposed in response to the Queensland Government’s energy policies. Ms Palaszczuk said the Queensland Government’s energy policies aimed to increase renewables’ share of the Queensland energy mix, to reduce emissions, and boost jobs and regional development. “We have been overwhelmed by the response from the private […]
The biggest name in energy storage for 2015, Tesla, has teamed up with a number of Australian distributors to bring their low-cost batteries into homes in 2016. In December, Tesla and Origin Energy announced that they had teamed up, with Origin acting as a retailer of Tesla’s Powerwall battery storage option. The Tesla Powerwall is a wall mounted rechargeable lithium […]
Sydney Water has been fined $15,000 by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) for its slow response to a raw sewage pollution incident. Five million litres of raw sewage was discharged into Woolooware Bay when Sydney Water’s Cronulla Sewage Pumping Station lost power in August 2015. EPA Acting Director Metropolitan, Greg Sheehy, said the discharge impacted Woolooware Bay and local […]
The Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) and Isle Utilities have extended their relationship through a new agreement. WSAA and Isle Utilities have signed a new agreement to extend their relationship for another three years through the Technology Approval Group (TAG) program. The TAG global program aims to accelerate the market uptake of ‘step-change’ technologies by engaging the industry during […]
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) have partnered with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), for the release of an updated database for renewable energy grid integration projects. The ‘Integrating Renewables into the Grid Stocktake’ catalogues 208 Australian and international projects that add to Australia’s collective knowledge and experience of integrating renewable energy into distribution networks. ENA CEO, John Bradley, said […]
Australian Pressure Testing Services (APTS) has partnered with Spectrum Nondestructive Testing (NDT) to release technology that will improve high failure rates of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipelines and non-metallics in Australia. APTS has the exclusive licence for the microwave inspection technology, which assesses the integrity and quality of non-metallics including HDPE, Rubber, Fibreglass and Composite materials, delivering accurate inspection results for […]
Shadow Minister for Resources, Gary Gray has announced he will leave parliament at the next federal election. Mr Gray became Minister for Resources and Energy in March 2013 and continued to serve as Shadow Minister for Resources and Shadow Minister for Northern Australia after the September 2013 election. Mr Gray was also Director of Corporate Affairs at Woodside Energy from […]
Irrigation Australia (IAL) has appointed its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation and enhance its value and effectiveness, on behalf of its members. After an extensive recruitment process, Bryan Ward was appointed CEO and will commence in the role on March 14 2016. For the past nine years Mr Ward has been the General Manager of Think Water, […]
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) recently appointed its new Chief Executive, from within the company. Senior director of market development, Ms Anne Pearson, has commenced in her new role as AEMC’s Chief Executive. Chairman of the Australian Energy Market Commission, John Pierce, said Ms Pearson’s appointment followed a competitive recruitment process, which attracted strong interest from applicants both in […]
Esso Australia has begun construction of a new $400million pipeline near Sale that will create 500 construction jobs and ensure the continuing supply of natural gas to Victorian households and businesses. As well as replacing an existing pipeline that was constructed in 1969, the new 187km pipeline is critical for the safe delivery of crude oil and condensate between Esso […]
The oil and gas industry has celebrated the career achievements of politician Ian Macfarlane after he announced his resignation from parliament at the next election. The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) Chairman, Bruce Lake, wished Mr Macfarlane well for the next phase of his career. “Since 2001, Mr Macfarlane has been a tireless, passionate champion of the resources […]
Gippsland Water is investing $3million in the Drouin wastewater treatment facility for the construction of a new pump station and new inlet works to meet the town’s growing demands. Gippsland Water’s General Manager of Customer Service and Communications, Paul Clark, said, “As locals are aware, Drouin has seen rapid growth over recent years with population growth of more than 6 […]
Energy Networks Association (ENA) CEO, John Bradley, said high applications of renewable energy are stretching the resilience of Australia’s energy systems. Mr Bradley’s comments come after the release of a joint study by Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) and ElectraNet, which aim to identify the limits to the secure operation of the South Australian power system. Mr Bradley said, “This […]
After eight years, the Irrigation Australia International Conference and Exhibition is back to explore the future of irrigation at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 24-26 May 2016. Irrigation Australia Limited (IAL) have opened registrations for the conference and announced the 2016 program. There will be over 4000 industry professionals attending the event, as well as numerous trade visitors […]
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