Water Security Update – 30 June 2026
Situation overview Our local water storage level is rising – Candowie Reservoir is 54% full. This is a notable improvement from the same time last year, when the reservoir storage […]
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Managing Director Re-appointed
The Board of Westernport Water has re-appointed Dona Tantirimudalige as its Managing Director through to 2031. An experienced leader in the Victorian water sector, Ms Tantirimudalige has spent the past […]
Water Security Update – May 2026
Situation overview – 31 May 2026 Our local water storage level is steady – Candowie Reservoir is at 50% capacity. This is a strong improvement from the same time last […]
Fodder Donation for Bushfire Affected Farmers
A valued donation of locally grown livestock feed is on its way to support regional farmers recovering from devastating bushfires thanks to the availability of recycled water. Yesterday, disaster relief […]
Monthly Water Security Update – April 2026
Situation overview – 30 April 2026 As at the end of April, our primary water storage, Candowie Reservoir, is 50% full. This compares with 42.7% at the same time last […]
Monthly Water Security Update – February 2026
Key Messages as at end of February 2026 During the summer months, water use is at its highest and rainfall is at its lowest. As at the end of summer […]
Next generation upgrade planned for Cowes Wastewater Treatment Plant
Westernport Water is planning for a significant mechanical and electrical upgrade to the Cowes Wastewater Treatment Plant to support economic prosperity and liveability on the Bass Coast. The Next Generation […]
Turning Nature into Climate Infrastructure
Westernport Water Recognised in the 2025 Water Minister’s Climate Innovation Challenge Westernport Water has been recognised as a second runner-up in the 2025 Water Minister’s Climate Innovation Challenge, securing $75,000 […]
Water Security Update – end of November 2025
As of 30 November 2025 Our primary water storage, Candowie Reservoir, is 72% full and we continue to receive inflows. This compares with 61% in 2024. Late-season rainfall in November […]
Building Network Resilience And Water Security
We are all very excited to share the news that Westernport Water has been awarded an important National Water Grid grant. With this funding, we will be able to move […]
