Media releases

WaterNSW awarded for program aimed at critical skillbase

WaterNSW has been publicly recognised at an international learning and development awards ceremony for a program supporting the recruitment, retention and development of critical water management specialists.

WaterNSW releases Menindee flood operations review

WaterNSW has released the findings of an internal review of its operations during the Menindee flooding events from May 2022 through to February 2023.

WaterNSW to work with customers to conserve water

WaterNSW is urging its customers to estimate their water orders as accurately as possible to extend the supply from the state’s major dams as dry conditions cut inflows and an El Nino summer looms.

Avon dam recreation area re-opens

Avon Dam recreation area re-opened to the public this week after being closed for most of the past three years.

Helicopter aerial survey alert

A low-flying helicopter will spend a week over Southwest Sydney as WaterNSW undertakes an aerial survey and modelling of the Upper Canal.

Media statement – Satellite impact on gauging network

Better water for Lithgow

New equipment is now installed and operational, improving treated water quality for WaterNSW’s customers in the Lithgow Council area.

Kangaroo Valley pipeline upgrade underway

Work to upgrade sections of the 2.5-kilometre Kangaroo Valley Pipeline, including surrounding roads and the drainage system, is now underway.

Lake Cargelligo drawdown ends as upgrade continues

WaterNSW will commence raising the storage level of Lake Cargelligo this month in time for the increase in demand during the Spring growing season.

Bendeela Reserve open for school holidays

WaterNSW is advising the public that access to the back area of the popular Bendeela Recreation Area will open for the summer school holidays at midday on Friday, 22 September.