As part of a critical upgrade for SA Water’s Tailem Bend to Keith Pipeline, the utility has installed new isolation valves along the Culburra section of the pipeline. The $5.8 million project involves replacing four of the pipeline’s original 3.5t valves, as well as installing a further three new valves and bypass pipework in Coonalpyn, Culburra and Tintinara to improve water [...]
The Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project is now entering the next phase, with 5km of geotechnical drilling now complete. To date, more than 50 boreholes have been drilled, with Queensland Hydro confirming structurally solid granite throughout the project site. The Pioneer-Burdekin Project will store the excess energy collected from Australia’s household solar – for use at night when the sun isn’t [...]
The Queensland Government has convened a high-level roundtable to examine ways to tackle the cost of providing drinking water to Mount Isa and the north-west. Hosted in Mount Isa by the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water on Wednesday 31 July, the roundtable looked at water management and the existing water supply arrangements in place between Mount Isa, Cloncurry and [...]
GWMWater has unveiled the contractor for the construction of the next phase of its East Grampians Rural Pipeline. The tender has been awarded to Mitchell Water Australia for the works, which involves the laying of the pipe that will transfer and deliver water to customers. The project is expected to secure a high-quality rural water supply for towns and farms in [...]
Grundfos’ recently appointed Executive Vice President (EVP) and Water Utility Divisional CEO, Hamed Heyhat, shares his vision to combat climate change through water solutions. Since commencing the role on 1 July 2024, Mr Heyhat has expressed his committment to guiding Grundfos’ Water Utility Division towards innovative solutions that improve water and energy efficiency, ensuring resilience against climate change for communities [...]
Communities all over Australia depend on water utilities to provide an essential service, so it’s critical that their assets are up to scratch and built for the task. In an effort to offer the sector both greater choice and exceptional quality solutions, AVK has expanded its range of resilient seated gate valves. AVK is excited to introduce the new 91 [...]
Fraser Coast Regional Council has announced that works to improve the reliability and effectiveness of the Teddington Water Treatment Plant (WTP) in Maryborough are now more than halfway completed. Fraser Coast Councillor, Paul Truscott, and Member for Maryborough, Bruce Saunders, visited the WTP to see how the $6.5 million project was progressing. Mr Truscott said one of Council’s core responsibilities was providing [...]
Construction has commenced on a $73.9 million expansion for the Wodonga Wastewater Treatment Plant, which aims to reduce emissions and deliver reliable water and sewer services for the region. On 18 July 2024, Victorian Minister for Water, Harriet Shing, officially launched construction on the expansion of the Wodonga Wastewater Treatment Plant, which is designed to support the city’s fast-growing population [...]
Restoration works for one of Coliban Water’s most crucial water assets have been completed, almost two years after it was damaged in an extreme flooding event. Jointly owned by Coliban Water and Central Highlands Water, the Eppalock Pump Station is located just beyond Lake Eppalock’s dam wall and provides water security to customers in Bendigo and Ballarat. Coliban Water Managing Director, Damian [...]
A $1.626 million stormwater pump is currently under construction in Murwillumbah, as part of the Tweet Shire Councils efforts to boost flood mitigation in the region. The project is being undertaken by Council in partnership with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Reconstruction Authority (RA) and the New South Wales Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and [...]
By Stan Krpan PSM, Chief Executive Officer, Solar Victoria Phasing out gas in favour of electric domestic hot water systems is an essential step in Australia’s pathway to net zero. Not only do electric water heating technologies offer greater efficiency , they also provide significant demand flexibility to better suit renewable generation. However, as this industry grows, it’s important that [...]
Western Australia’s largest water resource recovery facility (WRRF), Woodman Point, is undergoing an upgrade that is set to greatly increase the facility’s capacity and its sustainability. Here, we delve further into the upgrade and take a closer look at the pumps and equipment that support the WRRF.
Central Coast Council said construction has commenced on essential water and sewer infrastructure works in the Gosford CBD to help cater to the growing needs of the city. Council said its Water and Sewer department is working with contractors to complete an extensive works program to ensure that is water and sewer infrastructure is reliable now and in the future. [...]
A major water and sewer upgrade that will take 160 residents in a small Queensland community off rainwater and septic tanks is progressing. Nelligen Water Supply and Sewerage Scheme will connect properties in the South Coast village to modern water supply and sewerage services for the first time, with funding from Eurobodalla Shire Council and the support of $3.5 million [...]
Seven new murals have given SA Water pump stations and water tanks across South Australia an eye-catching new look. From Minlacowie on Yorke Peninsula to Loxton in the Riverland and Lochiel Park in Adelaide’s north-east, these murals are welcome additions to the utility’s growing gallery of public art. SA Water Manager of Brand and Community Marketing, Kellie McDonald, said that [...]
Snowy Hydro has announced a major milestone for its Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project, with the breakthrough of the final 3m of the 223m long transformer hall cavern crown. The Snowy 2.0 delivery team began excavating the transformer hall and machine hall caverns in June 2023. The Snowy 2.0 power station will be located approximately 800m underground at Lobs Hole [...]
The Wallis Lake dredging operation at Tuncurry has commenced – news welcomed by New South Wales Member for Myall Lakes, Tanya Thompson. MidCoast Council has confirmed the process will start with dredging mobilisation. This mobilisation phase will include the setup of a temporary deposition site at Vincent Fazio Park in Tuncurry; an essential step in ensuring the smooth progress of [...]
From maintaining hydration and protecting public health to supporting social and economic development, water is a critical part of everyday life. However for some outback towns, clean drinking water doesn’t flow freely from their taps. In an effort to provide better amenities to remote first nations communities and secure the state’s water supply, SA Water is looking to desalination. For [...]
A sewer in Adelaide’s north-east has had a half-tonne tree root removed by SA Water, potentially preventing community interruptions and sewage overflows. The five-kilometre-long, 675-millimetre-diameter sewerage pipe travels beneath suburban streets and reserves between Bridge Road in Walkley Heights and Kelly Road in Para Vista, with a large number of trees in the area. During a 30-minute period, SA Water’s [...]
Technical and environmental studies have begun for EnergyAustralia’s proposed Lake Lyell Pumped Hydro Project, which is set to be located in Lithgow, New South Wales. The commencement of work on the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) follows the release of the New South Wales Government’s Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs). EnergyAustralia’s Lake Lyell Project Director, Mike de Vink, said a team [...]
Two 66,000V transformers have been installed as part of the construction of the Tonsley East Substation, which is set to supply electricity to tunnel-boring machines for the River Torrens to Darlington project. The substation, which will be built, owned and operated by SA Power Networks, is being established on the site of the recently demolished Mitsubishi building fronting South Road [...]
After receiving concerns about the visibility of its proposed Lake Lyell Pumped Hydro project, EnergyAustralia has announced that the project’s upper reservoir is now set to be constructed behind the southern ridge of Mt Walker, and its pumphouse is to be located underground. The Lake Lyell Pumped Hydro project is in the feasibility stage with a decision on proceeding expected [...]
The Federal and Northern Territory Governments are investing millions into helping deliver essential services such as access to clean drinking water and reliable power to remote communities. A $17.5 million investment made by the Federal Government, with $9.1 million from the Northern Territory will see two critical projects built in two remote communities across the territory whilst $92.8 million is [...]
Though pipelines are the safest and most efficient means of transporting fluids underground, the complexities presented by a marine environment need to be respected. With new environmental regulations and climate change impacts affecting industry productivity, businesses must create innovative designs for long-lasting pipelines. Brisbane-based horizontal directional drilling (HDD) specialists, Pipeline Drillers Group, recently worked in conjunction with the Australian Bay [...]
Spiral wound lining is a sustainable method of pipe maintenance, allowing water authorities and councils to renew their critical infrastructure. The technology and techniques for this cost-effective solution are constantly evolving to allow the maintenance of pipes that would otherwise be unrepairable. Spiral wound lining is a trenchless technology that uses a continuous plastic strip to form liners in gravity [...]
The Queensland Government has announced that the draft Tablelands Regional Water Assessment is now open for public comment, following expert analysis and consultation with industry representatives. The community is encouraged to have their say on future water supply options in the region as part of the development of the Tablelands Regional Water Assessment. Regional Water Assessments set out how existing [...]
The Western Australian Government is set to provide the shires of Narembeen and Narrogin with $160,600 in combined funding as part of the Community Water Supplies Partnership Program. The Shire of Narembeen will receive $85,000 for four water tanks, which will store harvested rainwater from the roof of the Narembeen District High School. The collected water will reduce the school's [...]
SA Water has commenced construction on a desalination plant at Marree, South Australia, bringing a new desalinated drinking water supply another step closer to the community. Following months of design, planning and approvals, the project’s major construction partner – John Holland–Guidera O’Connor joint venture – has commenced on-ground concreting and earthworks at the site on Fourth Street, ahead of the [...]
Genex Power Limited has announced that construction activities are continuing for the 250MW/2,000MWh Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project (K2-Hydro), which remains on track for energisation in 2024. Following continued excavation works in favourable ground conditions, Genex has reported the powerhouse cavern roof has now been fully excavated. The focus of works is now on a program of rock bolting and [...]
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