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Warren-Donnelly Water Plan open for public comment
The Western Australian Department of Water has released the Warren-Donnelly surface water allocation plan for a public comment period of three months. The plan sets out the department's direction for the future allocation and management of surface water in the Warren and Donnelly river basins which run through the Manjimup Pemberton districts of the South-West of Western Australia.
Wentworth Group releases controversial report on Murray-Darling
With the first draft of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan due for release and public comment at the end of next month, the Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists has released a report which seeks to identify the scale of water entitlement reduction required within each of the 18 catchments of the Basin. The report also reviews the most cost-effective way to obtain the necessary water while also assisting the businesses and communities in the Basin capitalise on opportunities and adapt to a future with less water.
Water Resource Plan for the Pilbara
A 20-year plan to guide water resource management in the Pilbara was launched in Karratha last Friday by Western Australian Water Minister Graham Jacobs. The ‘Pilbara regional water plan 2010-2030' includes a five-year action plan to guide sustainable management of the region's water resources and water services.
New institute for water research in South Australia
A new $50 million water research institute will be established in South Australia to help secure and manage the State’s water supply. The State Government will provide $25 million over five years for the institute, which will be matched in kind by the CSIRO, the University of South Australia, the University of Adelaide and Flinders University.
Mining industry must be brought into water planning framework
The National Water Commission has released its latest report - calling for mining activities to be incorporated into water access and planning frameworks that are compliant with the National Water Initiative.
Update on the Victorian Western Region Water Strategy
The deadline for public submissions to the Draft Western Region Sustainable Water Strategy has been extended to 5pm, Monday 21 June 2010.
National Water Market System and Trading Portal Launched
The first stage of the National Water Market System Portal website (www.nationalwatermarket.gov.au) is now publically available online.
What science is required to cope with the water crisis?
National Water Commission CEO Ken Matthews gave a presentation to the Academy of Science last month, reiterating many of the findings detailed in the National Water Commission's 2009 Biennial Assessment.
Drought Assistance Pilot Program Launched
Western Australia and the Federal Government have jointly invested to trial a new approach to drought assistance aimed at preparing farm businesses and rural communities for the future challenges.With a focus on building community resilience and on-farm improvements, the approach provides a targeted funding approach based on an assessment of the identified needs of rural communities dealing with climate change and long-term climate variability.
Government endorsement for Indigenous Water Rights
The Indigenous Water Policy Group (IWPG) has won Northern Territory government support for a radical plan to give traditional owners legal and commercial rights over inland waterways, lakes and underground basins across northern Australia.
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