Gippsland Water is supporting a national collaborative research project exploring new ways to improve soil health by turning biosolids from wastewater treatment, into biochar. The 13-month study, led by Water Research Australia, will study the conversion of biosolids into biochar, a charcoal-like material, and test how the process performs. Biosolids are a biproduct of the [...]
Barwon Water leaders are preparing for an ultra-marathon through the heart of the Great Otway National Park for the annual ‘Walk for Water’ fundraiser this October. Board Director Corrina Eccles and Managing Director Shaun Cumming will tackle the 60km-long trek from [...]
The IWA formally acknowledges and celebrates the achievements of its members via the following 3 awards: Laurie Gleeson Professional Development Award Barry E Leach Lifetime Achievement Award John Robbins Significant Contribution Award The 2026 awards are open for nominations until 30 [...]
Community gardens, social impact programs, and environmental education projects are among 18 local initiatives sharing nearly $180,000 through Yarra Valley Water's 2026 Community Grants Program. Now in its second year, the program supports community organisations, schools and local groups to [...]
South East Water, in partnership with Frankston City Council, has unveiled a vibrant mural in Frankston North celebrating recycled water keeping local sporting grounds green. Painted by renowned street artist Jimmy Dvate, the striking artwork on Excelsior Drive’s long-standing milk [...]
Further information and to register Winter 2026 IWM Webinar Series Are you driven to implement strong Integrated Water Management (IWM) outcomes in your region (Victoria-specific)? Are you interested to hear about how to embed IWM within an organisation’s culture, processes and [...]
Gippsland Water is planting 10,000 trees and shrubs across the region after customers backed the initiative. Plantings are already underway at several sites including the Traralgon Railway Reservoir Conservation Reserve and Mirboo North wastewater treatment plant. More than 750 customers responded to a survey asking whether the organisation should purchase additional renewable energy or plant 10,000 trees and shrubs, with 77 [...]
Hosted in partnership between Wannon Water, South West TAFE, South West Healthcare, Brophy Family and Youth Services, Southern Stay and mPower, The Observership Program offers aspiring directors aged 25 to 45 an opportunity to gain practical boardroom experience alongside formal training from the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Ethics [...]
Applications are now open for the 2027 Peter Cullen Trust Leadership Program—Australia's premier leadership experience for emerging and established leaders across the water, climate and environment sectors. Designed to build courageous, connected and influential leaders, the Program combines immersive learning experiences, [...]
Insurance helps make sure you and your family are financially protected when life doesn't go to plan, but it shouldn’t be something you set up once and forget about. It's a good idea to review your cover at least once every couple of years, but there are two other points where a quick check can give you peace of mind [...]