Media releases

Wyangala Dam operations update

The storage level of Wyangala Dam will be gradually reduced to 91% by the end of July to provide a flood mitigation buffer while work continues to repair significant flood damage to embankments at Lake Brewster and Brewster Weir, downstream on the Lachlan River.

Wyangala operations support ongoing Brewster flood repairs

The storage level of Wyangala Dam will be gradually reduced to provide a flood mitigation buffer while work continues to repair significant flood damage to embankments at Lake Brewster and Brewster Weir, downstream on the Lachlan River.

Source water quality experts visit Snowy region

Water quality experts from WaterNSW will be in the Snowy region on 17-18 June collaborating with Snowy Monaro Regional Council to explore ways to reduce risks to local source water quality.

Warragamba Dam spill update

Warragamba Dam spill has commenced

Following heavy overnight rainfall across Sydney's water supply catchments, Warragamba Dam is at full capacity and started spilling at 4.20am today.

The Hon Bob Debus AM appointed to WaterNSW Board

WaterNSW, manager of the state’s major supply dams including Warragamba, has confirmed the appointment of the Hon Bob Debus AM to its Board of Directors.

Warragamba nearing capacity, spill possible within days

WaterNSW is advising the public that based on the current rain forecast, Warragamba Dam is likely to again exceed capacity, resulting in a spill in coming days.

Wentworth weir pool red alert remains as flush starts

The community is reminded that blue-green algae red alert warnings for the Lower Darling-Baaka remain in place until further notice, and the public should continue to exercise caution, especially water users drawing from the Wentworth weir pool.

Peel River snags improving native fish health

WaterNSW has now installed more than half of 50 snags in the Peel River between Chaffey Dam and Tamworth, providing more aquatic habitats for threatened native fish.

Warragamba Dam forecast to spill in coming days