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March 2025
One of the things that keeps my job interesting and rewarding is the emergence of new challenges and opportunities for the Victorian water sector.
Last week I was invited by the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) to participate in a panel discussion at their national Data Centre Forum.
March 2025
Carbon Offsets Project – Meetings were held with Allens Lawyers to discuss ACCC authorisation and AFSL requirements. All of the 15 participating water corporations have nominated a member to be on the Project Oversight Committee.
March 2025
It’s International Women’s Day this Saturday and this year’s call to action is March Forward. More than ever before, it is important to take the time to reflect on the progress we have made, and the current state of gender equality, both in Australia and abroad.
March 2025
Hi Everyone, welcome to the IWN March (wait, what, March already!) update.
2025 has certainly started with a bang with a number of new trials commencing, taking our current portfolio to 48 active projects. This month, we highlight a number of our recent trials and new projects that present opportunities to conduct a trial.
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