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$10 million for water quality and dam safety

16 November 2023

The NSW Government is providing a major funding boost of up to $10 million to WaterNSW to help regional towns improve dam safety and water quality.

Have your say on the future of water in the Lachlan

22 September 2023

The NSW Government is building a clear roadmap for a more sustainable and resilient water future in the Lachlan Valley and wants to hear from the community.

Wyangala Dam project not viable and not going ahead

13 September 2023

The NSW Government will not proceed with the Wyangala Dam Wall Raising Project because of the billions of dollars in construction costs and the potential catastrophic environmental impacts.

Panel reviews Barwon Darling connectivity

30 August 2023

The NSW Government has set up an independent expert panel to provide feedback on work being carried out to improve connectivity and flows in the Barwon Darling.

Strategy secures Far North Coast's water future

4 July 2023

The NSW Government today launched the Far North Coast Regional Water Strategy, a clear vision for the future of sustainable water from Tweed Heads to Evans Head, Kyogle to Casino, Lismore to Byron Bay and everywhere in between.

NSW Government update on Dungowan Dam

10 May 2023

Following the Federal Government’s decision last night to withdraw funding the NSW Government will not proceed with the Dungowan Dam project.