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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 Sep 2022 | Media Release

Perth's winter rainfall below long-term average despite wet August

Despite Perth's wettest August in more than four years, winter rainfall across the metropolitan area was significantly below average in another stark reminder of the impact of climate change on traditional water sources.

  • Climate change
  • Dams
  • Water sources
Canning Dam
05 Sep 2022 | Media Release

East Cannington Reserve rejuvenated into a safer, greener community space

Residents were welcomed back to East Cannington Reserve over the weekend with Water Corporation and City of Canning holding a community event to mark completion of a project to enhance flood protection in the area.

  • Community
  • Drainage
  • Projects
East Cannington Reserve reopened to the community
26 Aug 2022 | Media Release

Perth Weekly Water Update - 26 August 2022

Latest metro water use, dam levels, streamflow and rainfall data.

  • Climate change
  • Dams
  • Water sources
23 Aug 2022 | Media Release

$320m investment doubles Perth’s rainfall-independent water source

Perth's water future has been further secured following the commissioning of a major $320 million expansion of Water Corporation's Groundwater Replenishment Scheme (GRS), announced today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.

  • Climate change
  • Plants
  • Water sources
19 Aug 2022 | Media Release

Perth Weekly Water Update - 19 August 2022

Latest metro water use, dam levels, streamflow and rainfall data.

  • Climate change
  • Dams
  • Water sources

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