Close to one million litres of water will be saved every day at a new residential and commercial development in Sydney, thanks to a ground-breaking partnership between the private sector and Sydney Water. NSW Minister or Natural Resources, Lands and Water Kevin Humphries said a new water recycling facility at the Central Park development on the site of the old […]
Lower Murray Water Chair John Tesoriero has announced the appointment of the organisation’s new Managing Director, Mr Phil Endley. “After reviewing 80 applications and then undertaking a rigorous assessment and interview process we believe we have employed the right person for the job.” Said Mr Tesoriero “Mr Endley has extensive experience with water and engineering organisations in Australia and overseas […]
In a first for the Victorian water industry, South East Water has launched ‘South East Water LIVE’, an interactive map for customers with information on emergency works, planned improvements and scheduled services. The water retailer wanted to offer a valuable service that would give customers instant, on-the-spot access to accurate information from any mobile device or computer. “We wanted to […]
Unitywater (QLD) has been recognised as an industry leader in innovation and technology, collecting two Australian Business Awards for a product designed to extend the life of the sewerage network and help save money and the environment. The accolades acknowledged Unitywater’s approach to making Magnesium Hydroxide Liquid (MHL), otherwise known as ‘milk of magnesia’, which reduces the corrosive acidity of […]
WA Water Minister Mia Davies has announced the completion of works to upgrade the South Hedland Wastewater Treatment Plant. The announcement marks a major milestone in a $120M overhaul of the Hedland wastewater system, which will enable new residential development. The South Hedland site is now in the final stages of commissioning and gearing up to treat wastewater from all […]
WA Water Minister Mia Davies has presented the managers of Port Hedland International Airport with a Champion Award as part of the Water Corporation’s Water Efficiency Management Plan (WEMP) program. The WEMP program assists businesses that use more than 20 million litres of drinking water per year to reduce water use, with awards presented to those who achieve significant savings. […]
In February 2014, the Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Protection proposed that pumping stations be removed from the ERA 63 code of environmental compliance (which would then only apply to STPs) and instead be regulated via an outcomes-based Industry Code of Practice. This came in response to industry and local government feedback suggesting that the requirements of ERA 63 were confusing, sometimes unattainable […]
The first stage of a water supply upgrade scheme for Onslow, a coastal town in the Pilbara region of WA, is now complete and the second stage of works, involving the construction of a new pump station, is now underway. The State Government’s Royalties for Regions program contributed $9.9M and the Water Corporation provided $14.7M to the $24.6M project. WA […]
A $49.5M Royalties for Regions grant is set to improve the water recycling facilities of Karratha (WA). WA Water Minister Mia Davies said $7.58M of the funding would be used to construct more than eight kilometres of pipeline to replace and extend an existing pipeline operated by the Shire of Roebourne. A further $42M of Royalties for Regions funding will […]
Ageing inner-city infrastructure in Townsville’s CBD will soon undergo a staged $43 million upgrade to support the inner-city’s revival with the award of a major design contract. Townsville City Council will complete the utility infrastructure project over the next four years to upgrade the water storage and approximately 12km of underground water and sewerage pipework, some of which is 60 […]
Mackay Regional Council (QLD) has taken action to increase water and energy efficiency by adopting new technology to detect leaks, save water and reduce energy costs. QLD Water Supply Minister Mark McArdle praised Mackay Mayor Deirdre Comerford and her council for their forward thinking with the decision to install advanced water metering systems. The Mackay Regional Council’s automated meter reading […]
NSW Public Works currently seeks tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the location of services at Batemans Bay STP using non destructive methods. Submissions close: 9:30AM Brisbane time, Tuesday the 12th of August 2014. For further information or application details see the tender webpage.
Logan City Council (QLD) currently seeks tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the rehabilitation and relining of ten existing manholes and relining of six wastewater pump station wet wells. Location of wet wells: Coral Street SPS 29379 – 39 Coral St Loganlea; Konara Drive SPS 26391 – 4 Konara Drive Loganholme; Tygum Road SPS 27859 – 135 A Tygum Road […]
South Burnett Regional Council (QLD) currently seeks tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the replacement of approximately 1,770 metres of trunk sewer along River Road, Kingaroy between Baron Street and the proposed wastewater treatment plant on Hodge’s Road. Submissions close: 12:00PM Brisbane time, Monday the 25th of August 2014. For further information or application details see the tender webpage.
Wingecarribee Shire Council (NSW) currently seeks tenders from suitably qualified contractors for water and sewer main renewal in the Southern Highlands region of NSW. The work to be carried out under this contract comprises all work associated with the design, installation, disinfection (water main), restoration and testing for the rehabilitation and installation of specified pipelines (100mm, 150mm, 225mm and 300mm) […]
NSW Public Works currently seeks tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the upgrade of seven major sewage pump stations in a number of townships throughout Bega Valley Shire in the Southern Highlands region of NSW. Submissions close: 9:30AM Sydney time, Tuesday the 9th of September 2014. For further information or application details see the tender webpage.
Gladstone Regional Council (QLD) currently seeks offers for the construction of a sewage pump station and gravity main for Agnes Water Reservoir. A briefing session will be held at Jarvey Drive, Agnes Water at 11:00AM on Thursday the 14th of August, 2014. Please register your attendance for the briefing by emailing [email protected] by 12 noon on the 13th of August, 2014. […]
Rio Tinto has awarded a substantial contract for the design, construction and commissioning of a tertiary wastewater treatment plant for the township of Wickham in northern Western Australia. Desalination and wastewater treatment company Osmoflo secured the contract due to significant improvements in its wastewater and turn-key project delivery. The new wastewater treatment plant to be designed, constructed and commissioned by […]
In this edition of Utility, we bring you the first in a series of interviews with women working in the utility sector. In our first profile of women who are making a name for themselves in the industry, we meet Julia Johns, a Project Engineer at City West Water. Julia began her career at a consultancy in the UK, where […]
The time taken to repair roads and footpaths dug up for water and sewerage works could be reduced by half under an historic agreement, NSW Local Government Minister Paul Toole has announced. The leaders of 43 Sydney councils gathered at the Prince Henry Centre in Little Bay to sign the landmark memorandum of understanding between the councils and Sydney Water. […]
Those working in the sewer and water industries have a better idea than most about where waste goes after you flush the toilet or where soap suds end up after swirling down the bath hole. Queensland Urban Utilities recently offered the general public a rare chance to find out in person when the Oxley Creek Sewage Treatment Plant opened for […]
by Mark Heathcote, Plastics Industry Pipe Association of Australia Executive Manager When it comes to plastic pipe most people immediately think of the plastic pipe systems around their home – PVC drain waste and vent systems, stormwater pipe and electrical conduits. An increasing number of Australians would also recognise pipes made from PEX, multilayer composites and polybutylene, used for gas […]
The Cassowary Coast Regional Council (QLD) invites tenders for works associated with the rehabilitation of sewers within the Innisfail and Tully Sewerage Scheme. The work generally comprises: • Cleaning and rehabilitation of sewers by relining • CCTV inspection and final reporting Contractors must be experienced in sewer relining works and working on live sewers. Submissions close: 3:00PM Brisbane time, Wednesday […]
Jim Martin, one of the water industry’s most experienced reform experts, took over the helm of the WIOA board in March 2013. Recently Utility met with Jim to discuss his first year in the role, and get his thoughts on the challenges that lie ahead for the Australian water industry. Jim’s career in the water industry has been impressive and […]
In response to the needs of the Australian market for a pressure sewer pump to handle larger flows from commercial and industrial sites, Aquatec assisted in the development of a 50 Hz two-stage centrifugal pump for the Australian market. Capable of handling higher flows while providing significant whole-of-life efficiencies, the OGP+ has set a benchmark standard in residential, commercial and […]
Gippsland Water’s latest project, a 2,700 property sewerage scheme in Loch Sport, Victoria, will resolve environmental and public health concerns in a unique area adjoining Ninety Mile Beach and Gippsland Lakes. The Loch Sport Sewerage Scheme is the third backlog sewerage scheme Gippsland Water has delivered to small waterfront communities in the past six years. This project has followed delivery […]
Coliban Water’s $9 million upgrade to the Rochester Water Reclamation Plant is complete in Victoria, with the plant now able to supply Class B recycled water to irrigation customers in the area. Chief Operating Officer Neville Pearce said the upgrade meant the plant was now able to treat water to a higher standard, providing up to an additional 240 megalitres […]
The Water Industry Operators Association of Australia (WIOA) is accepting registrations for the 77th Victorian Water Industry Operations Conference and Exhibition at the Bendigo Exhibition Centre on 3 & 4 September. Water industry personnel involved in the operation and maintenance of urban, rural and industrial water related infrastructure for the management, conveyance, treatment, discharge and reuse of water and trade […]
Victoria’s Western Water established a program in 2010 to prevent sewer spills, which has reduced the number of incidents by 54 per cent in three years. Here we take a closer look at their strategy and the inspection works that have been carried out to date. Western Region Water Corporation, trading as Western Water – one of Victoria’s 13 regional […]
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