December 2023
Work ramps up on WA's next major water source
Water Minister Simone McGurk has announced a consortium of Acciona Agua Australia Pty Ltd and Jacobs Group Australia Pty Ltd as the preferred proponent to design, build and operate the future Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant (ASDP).
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New Chair to lead Water Corporation Board
Water Minister Simone McGurk has welcomed the appointment of experienced former resources executive Andrea Sutton as Chair of Water Corporation's Board of Directors.
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Important summer safety reminder for visitors to Harvey Dam
Water Corporation and the Shire of Harvey are reminding visitors to Harvey Dam to follow the rules so everyone can have a great day out.
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Dunsborough Primary gets an A+ for water savings
The results are in. Dunsborough Primary School has graduated from Water Corporation’s Waterwise Towns program with flying colours.
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Water Corporation to lower Lake Kununurra for essential work
Water Corporation will lower the water level of Lake Kununurra from 8 to 22 January 2024 to complete important maintenance work to the irrigation scheme.
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State Government investment flows into Broome water infrastructure
Completion of a major $65.6 million investment in Broome's wastewater and water infrastructure will support the town's development beyond 2050, Water Minister Simone McGurk has announced today.
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$2.8 billion investment to secure Perth's next major water source
The Cook Labor Government will provide $2.8 billion to secure Perth's next major source of drinking water, the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant.
Water boost for bushfire-affected customers in Perth's north
Residents and business customers impacted by the Mariginiup bushfire will have access to financial relief and additional support, as part of a Water Corporation assistance package announced today by Water Minister Simone McGurk.
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