Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Water, Lisa Neville, has announced the beginning of construction for the $130 million Amaroo Main Sewer project in Craigieburn. This project represents a $400 million investment over five years in the region and will provide a wastewater infrastructure backbone for development of this growing northern part of Melbourne. The project will support population growth […]
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World first microgrid creates ‘renewable energy island’
Jessica Dickers Company news, Desalination, Electricity, Embedded networks, News, People and appointments, Projects, Renewable Energy, Solar, Sustainability 0Western Power and Carnegie Wave Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deliver a world first renewable energy island microgrid project. The Garden Island Microgrid Project (GIMG) will be the first in the world that combines wave energy, solar (photovoltaic) energy, a desalination plant and energy storage to be connected to an electricity network. Western Power’s CEO, Paul Italiano, […]
nbn will make services available to more than 20,000 homes and businesses on Australia’s central coast (NSW). The first commercial FTTN services were connected in Belmont, New South Wales in September 2015 and now the central coast and Hunter regions have access to the FTTN-based network. The nbn rollout is gathering pace with more than 8,200 homes and businesses in […]
New reservoir for Queensland
Jessica Dickers Land access, News, Projects, Safety and Training, Stakeholder Engagement, Water 0The Queensland Government has invested more than $772, 000 in a new reservoir for Kuranda. The reservoir will provide safe drinking water for the Kuranda community, as the existing water facility has a capacity of less than 50 per cent of what is needed for residents. Minister for State Development, Dr Anthony Lynham, said the new reservoir would be a […]
CitiPower and Powercor have almost completed stage one of a Victorian lighting project that has replaced more than 20,000 streetlights. The ‘Lighting the Regions’ project is now nearing completion of Stage One, with more than 20,000 streetlights changed since the project commenced. The Mount Alexander region in and around Bendigo has been completed with more than 700 streetlights changed. The […]
Community grants for water protection
Jessica Dickers Company news, News, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Western Water (VIC) has awarded $19,000 worth of grants to go towards education and water quality monitoring and to encourage communities to protect vital water sources for future generations. The grants are part of the 22nd National Water Week and were awarded to schools, kindergartens and community groups in the Sunbury, Gisborne and Melton regions. Among the recipients, seven schools and […]
The Australian Energy Marketing Commission has made a final rule in support of continuing market operations in the Declared Wholesale Gas Market (DWGM). The continued operations will be through the production and publication of operating schedules by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). The final rule is consistent with AEMO’s proposed rule, in that it provides AEMO with greater flexibility […]
Irrigation upgrade for WA town
Jessica Dickers Civil Construction, Irrigation, News, Pipelines, Projects, Stormwater, Sustainability, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Karratha (WA) is receiving a major upgrade to its recycled water irrigation network with a project undertaken by Cobey Industries. The $11million project includes replacing and expanding the ageing recycled water infrastructure currently in place. The project will also see all existing and future planned public green spaces are watered more frequently and with higher quality treated recycled water, making […]
Major funding for Bundaberg gas pipeline
Jessica Dickers Civil Construction, Gas, News, Pipelines, Projects 0The Queensland government has invested $8.8 million in funding for the Bundaberg Gas Pipeline. This new investment will increase funding for the pipeline from $11 million to almost $20 million, in a bid to build the port into an economic hub for the Wide Bay region. Australian Gas Networks Limited will design, deliver and operate the pipeline and support job […]
Power and Water appoints new Chief Executive
Jessica Dickers Company news, Electricity, News, People and appointments, Uncategorized, Water 0The Power and Water Corporation (NT) has appointed a new Chief Executive. Michael Thomson was voted by the board as the new Chief Executive, replacing current Acting Chief Executive, Djuna Pollard. Power and Water Corporation Board Chair, Mr Alan Tregilgas, has praised Mr Thomson’s wealth of knowledge and experience. “Mr Thomson’s leadership experience coupled with his strategic thinking and proven […]
Will this new tool reduce VIC electricity bills?
Jessica Dickers Electricity, Gas, News, Renewable Energy, Solar 0The Andrews Labor Government have launched a new online tool for Victorians to compare electricity prices. Minister for Energy, Lily D’Ambrosio, launched Victorian Energy Compare which lets Victorians enter their data online from their smart meter or power bill to find the best offer. The aim of the tool is to help Victorians save money on their power bills, as […]
Santos Limited has rejected a proposal from Scepter Partners that proposed the acquisition of all of Santos for $6.88 per share. The Santos Board has met to consider the Proposal and decided to reject it. Santos said that the proposal is “opportunistic in nature and does not reflect the fair underlying asset value of the company.” The Proposal was also […]
The Australian Energy Market Commission has ruled that network companies must provide detailed connection point data to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) if requested. The rule was requested by the COAG Energy Council as part of its energy reform agenda. Connection point information is important for the AEMO to identify changes in demand across electricity networks. In particular, in […]
NBN rollout plan for Peninsula
Jessica Dickers Company news, Digital Utilities, News, Powerlines, Stakeholder Engagement, Telecommunications 0nbn has released a three year rollout plan including details and timelines for local areas in the Mornington Peninsula. Mornington Peninsula Shire Mayor Councillor, Bev Colomb, has welcomed the rollout announcement and its detailed construction plans. The federal government’s new rollout plan includes timelines for the following townships receiving NBN: Arthurs Seat, Dromana and Safety Beach (second quarter 2016); Balnarring, […]
Queensland praised for wastewater efforts
Jessica Dickers News, Stormwater, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0A new report has praised Queensland utilities for their efforts to improve waterways and shown that STP upgrades have helped to reduce pollution in the region’s waterways. Queensland’s 2015 Healthy Waterways Report Card discussed key issues for Queensland’s water and included praise for the efforts of government and water utilities for their role in contributing to water quality improvements over […]
New President for APGA
Jessica Dickers Company news, Gas, News, People and appointments, Pipelines 0The Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) has elected a new president. Executive General Manager Strategy, Regulation and Markets for Jemena Limited and previous Vice-President, Mr Shaun Reardon, has stepped into the role. Managing Director of CNC Project Management, Mr Dave Maloney is now the new Vice President while Mr Tony O’Sullivan of Murphy Pipe and Civil is the new […]
Australia powers ahead in battery storage
Jessica Dickers Batteries & Storage, Electricity, Features, News, Renewable Energy, Retail, Solar 0Australia could become the number one market for home battery storage, with the potential to reduce electricity costs by 35 per cent, a new report has revealed. The new Climate Council report ‘Powerful Potential: Battery Storage for Renewable Energy and Electric Cars’ said that battery storage would allow households to store energy they capture from rooftop solar panels, and reduce […]
Pipeline expansion for Red Cliffs
Jessica Dickers Irrigation, News, Pipelines, Pumps, Water, Water and Wastewater Treatment 0Work has begun on an extra 3.9km pipeline at Red Cliffs (VIC) as part of the Sunraysia Modernisation Project (SMP). Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Water, Lisa Neville, has turned the first section of turf, signalling the beginning of the works. The expansion of the SMP will double the length of pipeline being built in the area and see […]
Major WA powerline upgrade
Jessica Dickers Electricity, Maintenance, News, Powerlines, Projects, Safety and Training 0Western Power is investing $900,000 to upgrade the powerlines between Denmark and Walpole in preparation for bushfire season. The works are part of Western Power’s $1.2 billion program of work scheduled for the 2015/16 financial year. Head of Works Program Planning, Lou Tognolini, said up to 450 poles and 20 kilometres of powerline would be replaced. “We have identified poles […]
Tender: power plant construction
Jessica Dickers Civil Construction, Electricity, Open tenders and opportunities, Projects, Substations 0Winton Shire Council is seeking tenders for the design and construct of a commercial scale 310 kWe geothermal power plant in Winton (QLD). The works involve the design, construction, installation and commission of geothermal power plant and associated cooling works using the current town water bores. Submissions to tender close 17 November.
Corrosion is not an asset
Jessica Dickers Asset management, Gas, Maintenance, News, Safety and Training, Water 0Corrosion has a major economic impact on industry and the wider community. How to manage this corrosion is a challenge for owners and managers of assets ranging from suburban industrial units through to oil and gas production platforms. The design, construction and operation of buildings, processing facilities and support infrastructure represent major investments by companies, organisations and governments. Corrosion will […]
The Whitsunday Regional Council will be installing a new 375mm diameter sewer rising main in the region. The sewer rising main will stretch from the Beach Road and Shute Harbour Road intersection to the pump station at Pandanus Drive, Cannonvale. The project will include trenching, installing the pipe and backfilling works in the designated area. New pavement, driveways and kerb […]
APA Group board has undergone major re-shuffling as the director and company secretary step down from their roles. Robert Wright has retired as director and Mark Knapman has resigned as company secretary with Nevenka Codevelle to replace him. Ms Codevelle has been APA’s general counsel and will now have the dual role of company secretary and general counsel. With Mr […]
CEOs join forces on climate change agreement
Jessica Dickers Company news, Gas, News, People and appointments, Policy, Renewable Energy 0The Chief Executive Officers of 10 of the world’s largest oil and gas companies have recently declared their collective support for an effective climate change agreement to be reached at next month’s United Nations conference. In their milestone declaration, BG Group, BP, Eni, Pemex, Reliance Industries, Repsol, Saudi Aramco, Shell, Statoil and Total confirmed that they recognise the general ambition […]
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