This is the second in the series of reviews of 2023-24 annual reports for water corporations based in Victoria with my first review being of Melbourne Water’s annual report. I decided I would next look at Greatest Western Water’s annual report as it is the newest water corporation in Victoria and there is a lotContinueContinue reading “Review of Greater Western Water (GWW) Annual Report 23-24”
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Melbourne Water 2023/24 Annual Report Key Highlights
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 waterContinueContinue 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 forContinueContinue 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 ofContinueContinue 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 ofContinueContinue 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 waterContinueContinue 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 regularContinueContinue reading “Major Projects Register”
The Case for Mandatory Registration of Chemical Engineers in Victoria
In recent years, Victoria has taken significant steps in ensuring the competence and accountability of engineering practice. Mandating registration for engineers in disciplines like fire safety, civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering signifies the government’s commitment to upholding standards in crucial areas of engineering sector. However, one notable discipline absent from this list is chemicalContinueContinue reading “The Case for Mandatory Registration of Chemical Engineers in Victoria”
Navigating the Unique Landscape of Victoria’s Water Industry: A Primer
In the vast expanse of Australia’s water management systems, Victoria stands out for its unique approach. Unlike some of its counterparts in other jurisdictions, Victoria enjoys a decentralised water industry. This intricate network involves various entities, including catchment authorities, rural, urban, and metro water corporations, working together to serve the needs of nearly 6.5 millionContinueContinue reading “Navigating the Unique Landscape of Victoria’s Water Industry: A Primer”
Rivers – a Living Entity or a Legal Person
I first came across the concept of Legal Personhood of natural entities as part of organising an unrelated event for the Australian Water Association. The idea seemed interesting enough to linger on long after. Coincidentally, I came across it again while taking an environmental law course where I had the opportunity to explore it withContinueContinue reading “Rivers – a Living Entity or a Legal Person”
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