2026
Expanded desalination plant to help secure Pilbaras 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.
$10 million project to bolster water supply security in Guilderton
Construction is set to begin on a 7.4‑kilometre pipeline linking Sovereign Hill to Guilderton in the Shire of Gingin as part of a joint Albanese and Cook government initiative designed to safeguard local drinking water supplies from the effects of climate change.
Households urged to save bucketloads as new campaign prompts waterwise reminder
Water Corporation is urging Perth households to get back to the basics of being waterwise in a new campaign, with data revealing an increase in residential water use.
Nanarup proposed location for low-impact desalination
Nanarup has been chosen as the site for the proposed small‑scale seawater desalination plant, a vital project that will secure the Lower Great Southern region's water future and support its continued growth.
Water Corporation to lower Lake Kununurra for essential work
Water Corporation will be lowering the water level of Lake Kununurra this wet season to complete important maintenance work to the irrigation scheme.
Cook Government boosts female representation on Water Corporation Board
Two influential leaders with decades of experience in governance, infrastructure, and public policy have been appointed to Water Corporation’s Board.