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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.

Work begins on upgrades to Western Australia's longest pipeline

The Cook Labor Government has broken ground on upgrades to Western Australia's longest water pipeline, with the government's strong financial management allowing it to deliver essential infrastructure needed to grow and create jobs in the Goldfields and Wheatbelt as part of the government's Seven Cities plan.

$543m upgrades to Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme
06 Dec 2022 | Media Release

Important reminder not to rely on scheme water during a bushfire

Water Minister Dave Kelly has reminded residents in bushfire prone areas to consider their water supply in preparation for a challenging bushfire season.

  • Community
  • Water supply alerts
06 Dec 2022 | Media Release

Water Corporation launches landmark Aboriginal engagement strategy

Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that the proportion of Water Corporation contracts awarded to Aboriginal suppliers has grown for the third year in a row, as the State Government-owned utility launches a landmark Aboriginal engagement strategy.

  • Community
05 Dec 2022 | Media Release

Water Corporation supporting seagrass restoration in Cockburn Sound

Water Corporation is partnering with OzFish, Australia’s only recreational fishing charity, to help restore seagrass meadows in Cockburn Sound, boost WA’s pink snapper population and help protect Perth’s coastline.

  • Climate change
  • Environment
  • Community
05 Dec 2022 | Media Release

Water Corporation and Clontarf Foundation partner to open doors to water industry careers

Five Clontarf Foundation students have had a glimpse into a career as a water operator during a recent visit to Water Corporation’s Timewell Road Wastewater Treatment Plant in Albany.

  • Community
  • Great Southern
30 Nov 2022 | Media Release

$58 million contract brings large water mains manufacturing to WA

Extra-large steel water pipes will be produced in Western Australia for the first time, under a new $58 million Water Corporation contract supporting local jobs and manufacturing, announced today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.

  • Perth
  • Peel
Water Minister Dave Kelly, Water Corporation CEO Pat Donovan and Steel Mains CEO Dean Connell announce plans to make 1600mm steel mains in WA

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