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Latest news: Water Supply
Popular beach set for cancer-causing chemicals testing
A swimming and fishing spot near a major airport will be tested for dangerous chemicals as calls continue for more streamlined preventative action.
Jan 08, 2025
Environment agency heads deny blame for chemical spread
The NSW authority responsible for water pollution has been grilled about the spread of cancer-linked chemicals throughout water supplies in a fiery exchange.
Dec 06, 2024
Mobile fix for 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
A mobile treatment system will be installed at a key water filtration plant as authorities rush to bring levels of PFAS chemicals in line with new standards.
Dec 03, 2024
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Water quality decreasing in largest river system
Regional towns are experiencing more frequent water restrictions or drinking water problems as researchers paint a damning picture of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Dec 01, 2024
Price rise on cards to fund urban water infrastructure
The NSW opposition blames federal immigration policy for the prospect of water prices rising by hundreds of dollars each year in Sydney and surrounds.
Nov 01, 2024
Drinking water chemical limits hard to swallow for some
Guidelines for potential cancer-causing chemicals allowed in Australian drinking water have been released, with at least one region failing to meet them.
Oct 21, 2024
'Getting worse': unsafe water plagues remote residents
Remote communities are excluded from data about Australia's water quality, which experts warn could be contributing to serious health issues.
Sep 12, 2024
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'Waterways are drying up': plea for environmental laws
Traditional owners say their way of life is under threat if environment laws are not changed to protect crucial NT water sources from over-extraction.
Sep 12, 2024
Dams shut off after high-level 'forever chemical' finds
Two of five dams supplying drinking water to the Blue Mountains have been isolated after excessive amounts of PFAS chemicals were found in one site.
Aug 29, 2024
'Beyond belief': cancer risk poses water rules queries
Experts want drinking water standards lifted after the US cracked down on the presence of chemicals linked to causing cancer.
Jun 11, 2024
$14m Murray Darling ads under fire for Turkey image
Senators have attacked a $14 million advertising campaign about water in the Murray Darling basin, suggesting it is alarmist and deceptive.
Jun 07, 2024
As community runs dry, locals fight new water source
SA Water has declared "full steam ahead" for a critical water project on the Eyre Peninsula, despite concerns it will impact Aboriginal heritage and fishing.
Apr 17, 2024
'Forever chemicals' exceed guidelines in water sources
A study looking at 'forever chemicals' reveals concerns the chemicals commonly found in household appliances are rising in source water around the world.
Apr 08, 2024
Disadvantaged regions at risk of dental decay: study
Responsibility for water fluoridation should return to the Queensland government say researchers who found disadvantaged areas had greater dental disease risk.
Jan 22, 2024
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Dodgy dam to be rebuilt after repair hopes hit the wall
A $1.2 billion dam in Queensland is set to be rebuilt after experts said an existing wall had too many issues and could not be repaired.
Jan 11, 2024
Record heat fuelling 'freak' natural disasters: study
Record heat across the world impacted the global water cycle in 2023, scientists have found, contributing to severe storms, floods, droughts and fires.
Jan 10, 2024
Farmers and scientists at odds over Murray Darling plan
Farmers are fuming over a new deal struck between Labor and the Greens to try and keep the Murray Darling Basin plan afloat, while scientists welcomed the news.
Nov 27, 2023
Murray-Darling Basin plan to remain afloat under deal
The Albanese government and the Greens have announced a deal to ensure a multi-billion dollar plan for the Murray-Darling Basin doesn't sink.
Nov 27, 2023
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Work complete on nation's biggest weir since WWII
Construction is complete on the largest weir built in Australia since World War II, with the vast body of water captured to be used in agriculture and industry.
Nov 22, 2023
Sydney in line for water restrictions if dry continues
Water restrictions could return in Sydney if the predicted dry and hot summer eventuates, with residents urged to look for ways to reduce their use.
Oct 23, 2023
Desal plant to bolster water supplies in 30-year plan
A new desalination plant has been endorsed by the Queensland government as part of a 30-year water security plan.
Oct 10, 2023
Concerns Murray-Darling could run dry ahead of drought
Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says the Murray-Darling Basin Plan is in "trouble", after timelines to return water to the system were extended.
Aug 23, 2023
Victoria accused of sabotaging Murray-Darling plan
A report from Environment Victoria has accused the state government of undermining the $13 billion Murray-Darling Basin Plan since the scheme's inception.
Aug 02, 2023
NSW floats new water-saving measures after dam scrapped
The NSW government has floated a raft of new drought-busting measures for the regional city of Tamworth after scrapping the proposed Dungowan Dam and pipeline.
Jun 22, 2023
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