A holistic approach to managing water and waste
In July 2014, detailed design and construction of the Googong Water Recycling Plant (WRP) commenced as part of the Googong Township’s Integrated Water Cycle Project. This innovative project aimed to take a holistic approach to the water and wastewater requirements of...
Keeping Cowra’s water supply clean and crystal clear
The Cowra Water Treatment plant was initially built in the 1930s and is the sole source of water for the Cowra township in Central West NSW. The ageing plant was not able to meet modern water quality standards or keep up with the demands of a growing population. CNF...
Securing Kyogle’s water supply for the future
Kyogle is a town in the Northern Rivers region of northern New South Wales and is known as the ‘gateway to many national parks’. It is located 758km north of Sydney on the Summerland Way close to the Queensland border. The Kyogle Council commenced an upgrade of the...
Wetting WA’s Wickham with recycled water
Wickham, a small historic town in Western Australia’s north-west, has experienced a population boom in recent years due to the construction of Rio Tinto’s Cape Lambert Port B. As a result, the town needed a new Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The plant draws...
Riding the wave of success with Australia’s first man-made surfing lagoon
The Urbnsurf Tullamarine project delivered Australia’s first major man-made surfing lagoon. The wave generating equipment was provided by Spanish technology provider WaveGarden, while the local team developed all the other facilities to create a world-class surfing...
Keeping the Seals and Penguins Swimming at Taronga Zoo
The expansive Great Southern Oceans exhibit at Sydney’s iconic Taronga Zoo is one of the most popular year round attractions. Many species of fur seals, sea lions, penguins and pelicans live in the unique environment that emulates their natural habitats and offers...