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We produce many media statements throughout the year reflecting aspects of our diverse business. On this page, you will find all of our media statements for the past five years. For older statements, please contact media@watercorporation.com.au.

Rio Tinto's Dampier desalination plant

Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbara's water supply

Western Australians living in the West Pilbara will benefit from long-term water security thanks to the Cook Government's $606 million investment which will double the $1.1 billion Dampier Seawater Desalination Plant's (DSDP) capacity.

Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbaras water supply
24 May 2026 | Media Release

Early Sprinkler Switch-off to deliver major water savings

Households and businesses across southern Western Australia are being urged to switch off their reticulation from tomorrow, one week ahead of the annual Sprinkler Switch-off to boost water savings this winter.

  • Waterwise
Micro spray sprinkler
13 May 2026 | Media Release

Joint media statement - $11.7 million investment to bolster Halls Creek water security

Construction has commenced on a major project to strengthen the reliability and sustainability of Halls Creek's drinking water supply.

  • North West
  • Projects
  • Water sources
13 May 2026 | Media Release

More than 700 Karratha students dive into waterwise learning

More than 700 Karratha students got hands-on with water last week - learning where it comes from, why it matters, and how to use it wisely - as Water Corporation returned to the region with its popular waterwise education sessions.

  • Waterwise
  • Education
Waterwise education session
06 May 2026 | Media Release

Two WA councils share in top Waterwise prize

Two local governments - one metropolitan and one regional - have received top honours for outstanding leadership in water conservation at an event recognising the State's most Waterwise councils.

  • Waterwise councils
  • Waterwise programs
2026 Waterwise Council winners
06 May 2026 | Media Release

Mid West Ports Authority claims WAs top waterwise honour

The Mid West Ports Authority has been named Western Australia's 2026 Platinum Waterwise Business of the Year 2026 after slashing its water use by 33 per cent in less than 12 months.

  • Business
  • Waterwise businesses
  • Waterwise developments
Mid West Ports Authority - Waterwise Winner

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