An Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) report predicts an increase in gas consumption in the next five years and a change to the eastern markets. The AEMO’s second annual National Gas Forecasting Report (NGFR) predicts total gas consumption will more than double in the next five years before plateauing and remaining steady until 2035. The report forecasts a transformation of […]
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nbn has issued a statement ensuring its rollout will not endanger customers with medical alarms. The statement is a response to an Adelaide Advertiser article which said the rollout puts the safety of people with medical alarms at risk. The article was based on a media release by an alarm service provider which has since been withdrawn. nbn said that […]
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released their recommendations to change Victoria’s wholesale gas market. The recommendations to improve price and investment signals are outlined in a draft report for the review of the Victorian Declared Wholesale Gas Market. The review was requested by the Victorian Government, with the agreement of the COAG Energy Council. The AEMC’s recommendations for […]
Queensland Urban Utilities and Rob Carr Civil Construction and Tunneling have involved local students in a new water and sewerage project for Brisbane. The students helped to name and design the tunnel borer for a $17million water and sewerage project. The project includes a cross-river pipeline from Kenmore to Jindalee, which involves laying a separate water main and sewer main […]
nbn will upgrade their fixed wireless service ahead of the network rollout, to help bridge the digital divide. nbn will use radio signals from ground stations, with the technology delivering fast broadband by transmitting data to equipment inside and outside the home. The technology is designed to provide access to wholesale speeds of up to 50mbps download and 20mbps upload, […]
The Department of Justice & Regulation is seeking tenders for the construction of Barwon Prison precinct wastewater infrastructure and sewage pump station. The request for tenders is for the supply, installation and commissioning of a new sewage pump station at the existing wastewater treatment plant. All wastewater pumped from site will be treated by Barwon Water. Submissions to tender close […]
The first home battery trial will take place in Forde (ACT) after a collaboration between ActewAGL and Panasonic. The energy and electronics companies announced their partnership in June 2015 and will now implement the first home battery storage trial. ActewAGL, CEO, Michael Costello, said, “ActewAGL prides itself on being a progressive organisation with a keen eye on solutions that help […]
A $900,000 upgrade has begun on the Gin Gin Water Treatment Plant in Bundaberg (QLD) to improve water treatment quality. The upgrade includes the construction of a powder activated carbon (PAC) dosing facility and installation of new filters. After these upgrades are completed, the Gin Gin Creek raw water pump station will be the next project to be undertaken. Bundaberg […]
WA Water Minister, Mia Davies, recently announced $15million in funding to implement the Vasse Geographe Strategy and improve the management of water assets in the Geographe Bay catchment. The Vasse Geographe Strategy is a State Government initiative, overseen by the Vasse Taskforce, to improve water quality in the Geographe Bay catchment and the funding will The funding will be spent […]
Sydney Water have created a new online service that allows developers and tradespeople to save time when on a project. ‘Sydney Water Tap In’ is a new 24 hour online service for customers wanting to apply for building plan approvals, sewer service diagrams, connection approvals and other similar services. The service is accessible on smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers […]
Ergon Energy has launched three emergency high-voltage generation units in preparation for the hot summer. The units, called ‘Pegasus’ have the capacity to power a small community and are deployed after major natural disasters or other network impacts. In instances where the power networks are not catastrophically damaged, the units can also be connected with mobile generators to restore power […]
Coliban Water and several other Victorian water corporations have released water security outlooks, predicting a dry summer ahead. The release of the water security outlooks show a number of Victorian towns facing the possibility of water restrictions over the summer if these dry conditions continue. The Victorian Government is working with the water corporations on contingency measures if conditions do […]
A close call has prompted Essential Energy to issue safety warnings around property powerlines after a NSW farmer’ made contact with low hanging high voltage powerlines. The power lines had been damaged in a recent storm but were still ‘live’ and suspended above the paddock when they made contact while the farmer was spraying his paddock in Warren, NSW. The […]
Domestically focused gas producers in Western Australia have the processing capacity to supply 85 per cent of WA’s domestic gas needs, provided change to the state’s gas reservation policy. The latest Gas Statement of Opportunities (GSOO) released by WA’s Independent Market Operator demonstrates the potential for increased demand for natural gas for the state’s industries. APPEA Chief Operating Officer, Western […]
Australian Gas and Pipeline Association is calling on ministers to focus on the critical role that gas plays in the Australian economy. Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) Chief Executive, Cheryl Cartwright, said, “The challenge for ministers – and the nation – is securing sufficient gas supply to ensure its key roles are maintained,” Ms Cartwright said. APGA said development […]
Victorian Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Water, Lisa Neville, recently announced $2.6million in funding to upgrade faulty septic tanks in Blackwood. The wastewater management funding will replace or upgrade faulty septic tanks that have been identified through an audit in the Blackwood area, conducted by Moorabool Shire Council. The audit found that, while about three quarters of septic tanks […]
The AEMC has identified regulatory implications of integrating storage into the electricity sector. In their final report on regulatory issues, the AEMC identified barriers to the installation, connection and operation of storage technologies by consumers and businesses and proposed ways to correct them. In October 2015 the AEMC sought stakeholder views on the ability of the existing regulatory framework to […]
Hydro Tasmania’s new project will deliver power and water to Rottnest Island using renewable energy from the island’s desalination plant and water storage facilities. The Rottnest Island Water and Renewable Energy Nexus Project (WREN) aims to deliver electricity and clean water at a lower cost, and with lower emissions, through innovative use of renewable energy and smart controls. Hydro Tasmania’s […]
CS Energy’s Callide Power Station (QLD) has undergone a $24.2million overhaul. The overhaul was the third scheduled maintenance works at the power station in 2015. Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems was the major contractor for the works, with additional contractors carrying out specialised work. The overhaul of Unit B2 included inspections, repairs and tests on a range of equipment, including the […]
The Northern Territory Government has recently announced a new process for land access agreements between the oil and gas, and agriculture industries. Northern Territory Chief Minister, Adam Giles, said the new process to establish land access agreements strikes a balance between the rights of resource companies to explore and the rights of landowners to be advised, informed and consulted before […]
Customers rather than Utilities will hold the power to control Australia’s energy future. The Energy Networks Association (ENA) interim report Electricity Network Transformation Roadmap project predicts a shift in power from utilities to customers in the future. The Energy Networks Association has partnered with CSIRO to develop a ten year transition plan for the electricity sector which is focused on […]
The Victorian Government’s new electricity purchasing power initiative will bring $200million of new investment in renewables. The Victorian Government has launched a tender process to source renewable energy certificates from new projects in Victoria as part of their Renewable Energy Roadmap. Minister for Energy and Resources, Lily D’Ambrosio, is calling for companies to register proposals for new renewable energy projects. […]
One of Australia’s leading energy companies has secured the long-term gas rights utilising the Iona Gas Storage Facility. AGL Energy Limited (AGL) has entered into a 15-year Gas Storage Services Agreement (GSSA) for the provision of gas storage services from the Iona Gas Storage Facility. The facility will be owned and operated by a consortium managed by QIC on behalf […]
nbn has appointed a new non-executive director to their board to fill the role left by Alison Lansley’s departure. Shirley In’t Veld has been appointed a non-executive director, commencing December 2015. nbn chairman, Dr Ziggy Switkowski, said, “Shirley brings a wealth of experience from more than 15 years in senior positions including infrastructure and industrial companies. “We look forward to […]
Unitywater (QLD) is seeking technology based services to identify leakage in their trunk water main network infrastructure. Unitywater maintain and operate more than $3.1billion in water and sewage infrastructure in Queensland. If water loss through leakage occurs, it can be a significant and costly problem. An Expression of Interest (EOI) has been released to the market to find a solution […]
GWMWater (VIC) is seeking tenders for the design and construction of extensions to the Wimmera Mallee Pipeline network to supply raw water to rural customers in the South West Loddon area, close to Wedderburn and Charlton. Works include obtaining all necessary approvals and permissions and designing and constructing approximately 40 kilometres of rural pipeline and pump stations. Submissions to tender […]
GWMWater (VIC) is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of flow, pressure, water quality monitoring devices on their rural pipeline network. Works include the supply and installation of 100 electromagnetic flow meters, 400 pressure transducers, 30 water quality monitoring stations and remote communication devices for all installation sites. Submissions to tender close 22 December 2015.
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