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New water security plan targets future supply for Melbourne and Geelong

Victoria’s new Water Security Plan outlines a roadmap to secure future water supplies for Melbourne, Geelong, and surrounding regions amid…[Read More]

Victoria’s Largest Battery Storage Project Approved

The Victorian Government has approved Victoria’s largest battery storage project, a one-gigawatt facility at Pacific Green’s Portland Energy Park that…[Read More]

Victoria trials innovative greywater recycling technology

Barwon Water is leading a Victorian-first trial of an innovative greywater recycling system, that aims to significantly reduce water consumption…[Read More]

Waste company cops fine for illegal dumping of Hand Sanitiser on Gippsland rural property

EPA Victoria has uncovered the illegal dumping of 370,000 litres of expired hand sanitiser on a rural property in Gippsland’s…[Read More]

Geelong Developer Fined for Illegal Waste Disposal

A Geelong developer has been ordered to pay $75,000 to fund local environmental projects after illegally dumping of 148 tonnes…[Read More]

New appointment for DEECA Secretary

On 23 September 2025, the Victorian Government appointed Kate Houghton PSM as the new Secretary of the Victorian Department of…[Read More]

New Climate Change Licensee Requirements: Comment sought

NSW EPA is seeking feedback on its proposed requirements for NSW’s large greenhouse gas emitters.NSW EPA is introducing new requirements…[Read More]

NSW EPA: Food Waste Separation required for Businesses from 1 July 2026

NSW EPA has announced new laws requiring businesses and institutions that sell or handle food such as supermarkets, cafes, schools,…[Read More]

New PFAS Guidelines for Drinking Water: Released

On 25 June 2025, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) released updated Australian Drinking Water Guidelines, introducing lower…[Read More]

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: NSW Councils encouraged to apply for FOGO Funding

Councils across NSW are being urged to apply for Round 5 of the Go FOGO program, with $26 million in…[Read More]

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