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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
17 Dec 2025 | Media Release

Students help add splash of culture and colour at Lake Claremont

Students from Mount Claremont Primary School have helped add a ‘Splash of Colour’ at Lake Claremont for the latest addition to Water Corporation’s public art series.

  • Community
  • Perth
10 Dec 2025 | Media Release

Major pipeline upgrade strengthens water supply for eastern suburbs through to Goldfields

Water Corporation has completed upgrades to a major water pipeline through Helena Valley, improving supply reliability for Perth’s eastern suburbs and communities connected to the Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme (GAWSS).

  • Complete
Construction of Helena Valley pipeline
09 Dec 2025 | Media Release

Triple treat for Yokine with three new murals

Visitors to Yokine Regional Open Space will now be welcomed by three vibrant new murals, with a drainage pump station and two electrical cabinets transformed through Water Corporation’s Splash of Colour program.

  • Education
Artists, Marisa Santosa and Iwan Isnin
04 Dec 2025 | Media Release

Record water project investment creates opportunities for WA businesses

The Cook Government's commitment to securing Western Australia's water future in a drying climate has delivered a record $1.59 billion in contracts to local businesses last financial year.

  • Projects
  • Wastewater
  • Water sources
First extra large pipe gets laid with celebrations all round
20 Nov 2025 | Media Release

Spanning ahead with new Wellington Dam bridge

Construction has commenced on a new bridge at Wellington Dam, near Collie, which will enable a significant increase in visitor numbers and boost regional tourism.

  • In progress
  • Dams
  • South West
Wellington Dam construction

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