Digitising sustainability using AI on water infrastructure project
17 July, 2026 by Luke Fergus, Sustainability Manager, CPB Contractors | Supplied by: CPB ContractorsThe TasWater project shows how a work management platform and AI have formed a model that could help to transform infrastructure sustainability management.
SiteHive Weather monitoring device
15 July, 2026 | Supplied by: SiteHiveThe system combines onsite weather monitoring with the SiteHive Enviro platform, creating a single source that brings together data in one cloud-based system.
Analysis shows AI's water use demands immediate action
09 July, 2026 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdWith AI demand accelerating, projected water demand linked to AI could reach 6.6 billion cubic metres by 2027.
Biochar used for solar water purification
30 June, 2026A study using biochar-doped hydrogel helps to turn sunlight into vapour more efficiently while improving water transport and reducing heat loss.
Water utilities know where AI fits — but can the foundations carry it?
25 June, 2026 by Tim Westphal, ACT Branch Committee Member, Australian Water Association, and Account Executive – Public Sector and Utilities, Atturra | Supplied by: AtturraAustralian water utilities have been collecting data for decades, however what many lack is the connected systems, trusted data and governance to act on it.
Collaboration provides NZ's largest smart water meter upgrade
24 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Itron-Australasia Pty Ltd100,000 digital water meters were installed as part of a plan to connect almost half a million smart meters in total across the Auckland region.
Lessons in long-distance telemetry
16 June, 2026 by Ian Loudon, international sales and marketing manager, Omniflex | Supplied by: Omniflex (Australia) Pty LtdOmniflex reflects on some of the key engineering lessons learned from decades of deploying wireless telemetry systems in demanding industrial applications.
Collaboration advances Digital Metering Program
27 May, 2026 | Supplied by: Itron-Australasia Pty LtdThe technology will provide near real-time visibility of customers' water consumption, enabling faster leak detection and quicker response to reduce water loss.
Tassie off-grid pod selected as water prize semi-finalist
20 May, 2026The Australian-designed, self-powered desalination unit uses wave, solar and wind energy to convert seawater into drinking water.
What the Japanese bullet train can teach us about cutting emissions
06 May, 2026 by Chris Ryan, APAC Head of Water Infrastructure at AutodeskThe project's thinking can change the way we operate essential infrastructure like water, wastewater, stormwater and transport networks in Australia.
Digital water treatment — real-time data for safe and efficient processes
23 April, 2026 by Markus Sharpe, Director of Digital Products & Measurement and Control Technology, ProMinent GmbH | Supplied by: ProMinent Fluid Controls Pty LtdDigital solutions link sensor technology, measurement and control technology, and metering systems into a consistent data model.
Real-time monitoring reduces risk at pumping station
16 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Xylem Water Solutions Australia LtdThe insights allowed engineers to remotely monitor conditions and attend sites only when necessary to pump water in a controlled manner.
Smart monitoring helps tram network cut water use by 70%
14 April, 2026The data loggers saved the Melbourne network 6.6 million litres of water a year, enough to fill 20 E-class trams.
Water transition key at Global Water Summit 2026
09 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Alfa Laval Pty LtdAlfa Laval will join a panel of experts for the session 'Mastering the Industrial Market', sharing insights on how to scale a water business rapidly.
Victorian businesses encouraged to join WaterSmart program
26 March, 2026Greater Western Water is encouraging businesses with high water needs to join Victoria's WaterSmart program to track and target their water usage.
