2024
$37 million infrastructure supports growth in Perth's north
A $37 million Western Australian Government project to support growth in Perth's northern suburbs by providing reliable wastewater and drainage services has been completed.
Perth's next major water source contract to deliver jobs boost
More than 1,300 local jobs, including for Western Australian apprentices and trainees, will be created and supported under a new major contract to design, build and operate Perth's next large-scale seawater desalination plant.
Improved water security for Goldfields and Wheatbelt in the pipeline
Future upgrades to the Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme (GAWSS) are being prioritised with the Cook Government investing $15 million to help support long-term economic development in the Goldfields and Wheatbelt.
New water projects to support housing and development in City of Swan
A new primary school in Henley Brook is among the first developments to benefit from a $36.5 million WA Government investment in water and wastewater infrastructure in the City of Swan.
Mandurah residents among first to receive new smart water meters
More than 4,000 properties across Mandurah will be some of the first to receive a smart water meter under a new Water Corporation pilot to assess the technology's future potential.
Funding now available to support grassroots projects in the Kimberley
Schools, community groups and not-for-profit organisations are being encouraged to apply for individual grants of up to $10,000 under Water Corporation’s Kimberley Community Grants Scheme.
'Windows of opportunity' revive iconic Cervantes storage tank
Cervantes Primary School's old water tank received a new lease of life thanks to a collaboration between Water Corporation, a local artist and the school community.
Upgrades to century-old pipes in East Fremantle now complete
Water Corporation has completed vital upgrades to 100-year-old water mains in parts of East Fremantle, Palmyra and Bicton, ensuring the ongoing reliability of water supply to the area.
Artists bring splash of colour to Water Corporation assets
Water Corporation's 'Splash of Colour' program has brought life to a faded pump station near a popular Bayswater coffee spot.
New sustainable water sources under investigation in Exmouth
Important work is underway to identify Exmouth's next drinking water source, to support the continued development and prosperity of one of Australia's most popular tourism towns.
Water supply Warren Blackwood region - restricting non-essential water use
Due to an operational issue at the Bridgetown reservoir, customers in the Bridgetown area are asked to please limit water use to essential purposes until Sunday 11 February.
Innovative water-saving trial extended across dams in southern WA
Innovative floating covers that reduce evaporation by more than 70 per cent have been installed at three dams in southern agricultural areas.
Ord Dam safety warning as spillway overflows
Water Corporation has closed Pannikin Bay to ensure public safety as the Ord Dam overflows following heavy rainfall in the East Kimberley.
Central Wheatbelt and Goldfields water supply update
Water supply has stabilised across the Central Wheatbelt and Goldfields with water storage levels recovering following the extensive power outage in the regions.
WA's largest water resource recovery facility to set new standard in sustainability
Work has begun on a $238.5 million upgrade of Western Australia's largest water resource recovery facility, setting a new benchmark in sustainably converting wastewater into clean water, renewable energy, and other valuable resources.
Port Hedland water outage - 12 January 2024
Customers in Port Hedland are experiencing a temporary water outage following a leak on a water main that supplies the town’s high-level storage tank.