The case of Ipex ITG Pty Ltd v Melbourne Water Corporation [1] was litigated over a gruelling period of nine years between 2003 and 2013, primarily in the Supreme Court of Victoria, in part examining this question. It is common practice of water authorities, such as Melbourne Water, to enter into long-term contractual arrangements withContinueContinue reading “Can Clients avoid responsibility for the information they provide in Request for Tenders (RFTs)?”
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The Wonthaggi Experience
The utilisation of desalination technology to purify seawater for human consumption and other purposes has been a game-changer for the water industry. This process involves removing salt and other minerals from seawater, making it suitable for drinking and a variety of other uses. Australia has been at the forefront of this technology, with numerous desalinationContinueContinue reading “The Wonthaggi Experience”
Water Authority Price Submissions for 2023-2028
From time to time, water authorities submit a proposal to the Essential Services Commission for review to justify the amount of revenue they are likely to need in the following period. These proposals usually take into account customer feedback, critically needed capital investments and forecast operating expenses to generate a reasonable charge rate for useContinueContinue reading “Water Authority Price Submissions for 2023-2028”
Victoria’s new Environmental Protection Law
From 1st of July 2021, the new Environmental Protection Act 2017 comes into force after a year of delay in its implementation to give businesses and public an opportunity to deal with the growing concerns posed by COVID-19 pandemic. New laws. New responsibilities. The new legislation follow an independent enquiry chaired by Amy Armytage toContinueContinue reading “Victoria’s new Environmental Protection Law”
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