Annual reports are valuable sources of information that could overwhelm even the most seasoned observers. To make sure there is a level of consistency in these reviews, this post and any subsequent reviews will focus on governance, capital expenditure, and financial performance only. This choice is partly informed by the fact that all Victorian waterContinue reading "Melbourne Water 2023/24 Annual Report Key Highlights"
Public Private Partnership (PPP) Projects in Victorian Water Sector
A Public Private Partnership (PPP) is a form of partnership that allows government agencies to build public infrastructure projects with private investment and avoid having to spend taxpayers money for their construction upfront. It is often used to invite private investment in large infrastructure projects and allows private companies to operate and maintain them forContinue reading "Public Private Partnership (PPP) Projects in Victorian Water Sector"
The laws protecting our water quality
Water quality impacts us all and that impact is felt in many different ways when water is used for agriculture, recreation, industry and drinking. In this post, we will focus primarily on the Victorian laws that are intended to protect water quality of the surface and groundwater resources. This is distinguished from the quality ofContinue reading "The laws protecting our water quality"
Top 20 Consultancies in Victoria by Utility Expenditure
After a painstaking exercise to collate consultancies based on disclosures from all Victorian water authorities engaging consultants with expenditure above $10,000 for the 2022/23 financial year, the following are the top 20 consultancies with the highest earnings in the corresponding year. Disclaimer: the information above was obtained using publicly available information disclosed as part ofContinue reading "Top 20 Consultancies in Victoria by Utility Expenditure"
Consultants Expenditure in Victorian Water Sector
Water authorities commonly use consultants for their operational and capital delivery needs. Consultants bring with them a level of technical expertise and specialised skill that is often lacking within the ranks of water authorities and is needed for a temporary and/or urgent basis. Public disclosures by water authorities allow us to inspect how each waterContinue reading "Consultants Expenditure in Victorian Water Sector"
Major Projects Register
Major projects are often an indicator of the direction of industry. They also reveal information about the location of growth areas, the type of work that would be out for public tender, and jobs that are likely to open up in those areas. Essential Services Commission (ESC), which reviews water corporations' price submission on regularContinue reading "Major Projects Register"
Ozwater ’24 – Day 3: Skilled Migrants Networking
We all know and regularly acknowledge how difficult it is to find your footing in Australia as a migrant. Some of the key barriers for skilled migrants gaining access to suitable work are, among others, lack of local experience, employer's unconscious bias, and communication challenges. To make matters worse, without industry knowledge, skilled migrants findContinue reading "Ozwater ’24 – Day 3: Skilled Migrants Networking"
Ozwater ’24 – Day 1: Education Hub
Every one person's experience is different to another at Ozwater. With many streams to choose from and a vast Exhibition Hall packed with exhibitors, you would have the luxury of spending your time however you like. The Education Hub was also in full swing on Day 1 in the Exhibition Hall. Thanks to Fulton Hogan'sContinue reading "Ozwater ’24 – Day 1: Education Hub"
Ozwater ’24: Young Water Professional Program
Attending the Young Water Professionals (YWP) Day at Ozwater '24 was an extraordinary experience! The day overflowed with captivating speakers, engaging workshops, and enriching site tours, all centered on the theme of 'Accelerating Action'. The day was concluded with a delightful Welcome Reception, providing YWPs with the opportunity to connect and network with other OzwaterContinue reading "Ozwater ’24: Young Water Professional Program"
Accessing Justice: Be the Master of Your Own Destiny in Commercial Disputes
In commercial disputes, the path to justice can often seem unfathomably convoluted and costly which has been criticized as being one of the major barriers in accessing justice in Australia. The reforms that led to the introduction of Civil Procedure Act 2010 (Vic) were intended to reduce these costs and promote efficiency in resolving disputes.Continue reading "Accessing Justice: Be the Master of Your Own Destiny in Commercial Disputes"
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