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West Australian
6 days ago
- Climate
- West Australian
Water Corporation reminder for West Aussies to switch off sprinklers from Sunday as winter officially starts
West Australians are being reminded to switch off their garden sprinklers from Sunday as winter officially arrives. Households who use scheme and bore water across the most of southern WA will be required to turn off their garden sprinklers or face penalties. According to the Water Corporation, the switch off saves about five billion litres of water a year, coming as water usage in Perth rose 12 per cent in 2024 while rainfall has dropped to record lows. Water Corporation demand delivery manager Damien Postma said the winter sprinkler switch-off was necessary to prepare for increased usage in summer. 'It's important we don't get complacent when it comes to being waterwise because using water efficiently is a fundamental to collective water security, especially given recent climate trends,' he said. 'This means we need to make the most of what little rainfall we do receive.'
Perth Now
6 days ago
- Climate
- Perth Now
SPRINKLER BAN: Remember to switch off retic from Sunday
It's time to switch off your sprinklers. Credit: edgarwinkler / Pixabay (user edgarwinkler) Oliver Lane The West Australian West Australians are being reminded to switch off their garden sprinklers from Sunday as winter officially arrives. Households who use scheme and bore water across the most of southern WA will be required to turn off their garden sprinklers or face penalties. According to the Water Corporation, the switch off saves about five billion litres of water a year, coming as water usage in Perth rose 12 per cent in 2024 while rainfall has dropped to record lows. Water Corporation demand delivery manager Damien Postma said the winter sprinkler switch-off was necessary to prepare for increased usage in summer. 'It's important we don't get complacent when it comes to being waterwise because using water efficiently is a fundamental to collective water security, especially given recent climate trends,' he said. 'This means we need to make the most of what little rainfall we do receive.'
Perth Now
20-05-2025
- General
- Perth Now
Water Corp help students provide a colourful contribution
A Perth artist, in collaboration with local students, has transformed a once-unassuming wastewater pump station in North Yunderup into a vivid public mural. Through Water Corporation's Splash of Colour program, artist Vanessa Liebenberg has collaborated with Year 6 students from Austin Cove Baptist College to create a mural inspired by native flora and fauna. 'I love working with local students, it's a nice opportunity for them to get involved with a community project like this and have their say,' Ms Liebenberg said. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'The Splash of Colour program is a win-win for everyone; it supports local artists like myself, brightens the community and gets the kids to interact with their surroundings.' Vanessa Liebenberg and Year 6 students from Austin Cove Baptist College who participated in the Splash of Colour workshop and their classroom teacher Mrs Nyete Stewart. Credit: Supplied\ Since its launch in 2017, the Splash of Colour program has helped transform more than 85 waste and wastewater assets across WA, all featuring the work of an array of local artists. Located at Kingfisher Park by the Murray River, this is Ms Liebenberg's fourth contribution to the program, with the mural bursting with images which incorporate several of the Austin Cove students' design patterns around the bottom of the piece. The Year 6s said they enjoyed being part of the project and hoped to do something like it again in the future. 'I like how we got to draw plants from our area and then see what the end result was,' one student said. 'It was so cool to see how our ideas transformed into a beautiful mural.' This newest mural is the 85th asset across WA to the Splash of Colour program Credit: Supplied Water Corporation customer and community general manager Karen Willis said the project was a perfect example of how art and education could come together to create something meaningful. 'By involving local students in the design process, the mural is not only a striking piece of art but also a learning opportunity, inspiring young minds to appreciate the significance of water and conservation efforts specific to their local area,' she said. The program's workshop with the students also offered an interactive lesson on the water cycle and the importance of sustainable water use.
West Australian
14-05-2025
- Business
- West Australian
Karratha Airport takes off as WA's top waterwise business
Karratha Airport has been named WA's top waterwise business after implementing several water-saving initiatives that have helped halve water usage over the past 12-months. Operated by the City of Karratha, the airport received top honours at a special ceremony on May 7, celebrating participants in Water Corporation's Waterwise Business Program. The airport was recognised for its upgrade to water distribution networks, as well as increased use of recycled water for irrigation, flushing toilets and wash-down bays. Digital water meters have also been piloted to deliver real-time usage data and help easily identify leaks. Joining Karratha Airport on the winners' podium was The Landing Resort in Port Hedland, which earned a gold waterwise award. 'How fantastic to see Karratha Airport and The Landing Resort in Port Hedland flying the flag for waterwise businesses in the Pilbara,' member for Pilbara Kevin Michel said. 'Across the region, we know traditional surface and groundwater sources are under pressure due to lower, less consistent rainfall. 'Desalination is likely to play a greater role in our future water supply mix, however, it does not replace the need to be waterwise.' City of Karratha mayor Daniel Scott said the award was a major achievement for the City. 'Last financial year alone, we halved the potable water use at the Karratha Airport and this year will be upgrading our Water Resource Recovery Plant to further boost our water efficiency,' he said.
Perth Now
14-05-2025
- Climate
- Perth Now
Peak hour flooding closes busy Perth road
Flooding has closed the entry ramp from Joondalup Drive to Wanneroo Road. Credit: Main Roads WA Oliver Lane The West Australian Flooding has closed the entrance ramp onto Wanneroo Road from Joondalup Drive westbound as authorities work to fix the issue. The road closure warning occurred on Wednesday afternoon with shin high water levels. Water Corporation workers are on site but a cause for the flood has not yet been provided. According to Main Roads, drivers should expect delays and seek an alternative route. It is not the first time the intersection has been closed due to flooding, the same road was closed in March, 2024 due to a burst water main.
