National Water Week Events

YWP National Water Week Webinar 2025
21 Oct 2025 | 1.00pm - 2.00pm AEDT

Bring water into focus this National Water Week and discover how you can create meaningful change for a sustainable water future.

Hear from leading voices in the sector about the essential role water plays in our communities and environments, and learn how you can become an ambassador for a better water future.

Dr Leslie 'Phil' Duncan will share why every drop of water matters, John Brelsford will explore how data and technology can drive better water decisions, and Tracey Willingham will offer practical ways to lead positive change.

Hosted by the AWA Young Water Professionals Taskforce, this webinar is for anyone ready to shape a sustainable water future

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Water Heroes: Library Display Competition
18 September - 24 October, 2025 

To celebrate National Water Week 2025, we’re inviting schools from our service delivery area (Brisbane City Council, Ipswich City Council, Lockyer Valley Regional Council, Somerset Regional Council and Scenic Rim Regional Council), to take part in our Water Heroes: Library Display Competition  – a fun and creative way for students to showcase how we can all save every drop.  

The winner gets a custom water themed mural painted by First Nations artist, Ambrose Killian from Amiwarre. The event will be running from 18th of September to the 24th October when we will announce the winner on the 28th October

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Coffs Harbour Waterwise Survey for National Water Week
20-26 Oct 2025 

Take the waterwise survey to test your knowledge of Coffs Harbour’s water supply and reflect on how you think about and use water in your everyday life.

All survey participants will go in the draw to WIN a pop-up picnic to enjoy with family or friends. 

The survey will provide a valuable insight into the community’s water conservation views and practices, which will be used to shape the City of Coffs Harbour’s water education program into the future

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Guyra or Armidale Water Treatment Plant Tour
20-23 Oct 2025 | 1.00pm - 3.00pm AEDT

Discover easy ways to save water at home. Visit ARC Customer Service (Guyra and Armidale) during NWW to take part in these free activities: 

Exchange your old shower head for a new water-saving shower head. 
Bring your broken garden hose nozzle and swap it for a water-saving nozzle. 
Pick up a free shower timer to help reduce your water use. 
Sign up to the ARC Water Portal for a chance to win a prize. 

Water Treatment Plant Facility Tours: 
Guyra Water Treatment Plant Tour: Booking required 
Meet Up: ARC Council Building-Guyra (Customer Service Area) 158 Bradley Street, Guyra, NSW 
Monday, 20 October, 1–3 pm 
Tuesday, 21 October, 1–3 pm 

Armidale Water Treatment Plant Tour: Booking required 
Meet up: ARC Council Building Armidale (Customer Service Area) 135 Rusden Street, Armidale, NSW 
Wednesday, 22 October, 11 am–12 pm 
Thursday, 23 October, 11 am–12 pm 

Register below, or book with our Customer Service Team. 

Let’s work together for a sustainable future—small changes make a big difference! All residents are welcome.

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Midcoast Council Treatment Plant Tours
21, 23 & 25 Oct 2025 | 9.30am AEDT

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at one of our water or sewage treatment facilities and learn about the extensive processes that go into ensuring the community has access to these essential services.

Booking required!

Bootawa Water Treatment Plant tour and koala spotting information sessions: 
Come join us for the first of two tours at Bootawa Water Treatment Plant. Combining an informative look at the dam and treatment plant with a special koala spotting information session, the tour will highlight the significant value of the site for supplying high quality drinking water and protecting an iconic but endangered local species.

Participants will need to possess a reasonable level of fitness as walking on slopes, stairs and uneven surfaces will be required.

The tour is free and lunch will be provided.

Meet Up: Bootawa Dam, 301 Bootawa Dam Road Bootawa, NSW 2430
Tuesday 21 October, 9.30am–12.45pm
Thursday 23 October, 9.30am–12.45pm

Bulahdelah Water and Sewage Treatment Plant Open Day:

Gain a deeper understanding of the urban water cycle with a behind-the-scenes look at Bulahdelah's water and sewage treatment plants.

Beginning at the Bulahdelah School of Arts with a short presentation, you'll be transported by bus to the water treatment plant, where you'll learn how water is taken from the Crawford River, treated and distributed to around 600 homes and businesses in the area. From there you'll travel on to the sewage treatment plant, where you'll see how the town's wastewater is collected and cleaned before being released safely back into the natural environment.

The tour is free and lunch will be provided.

Meet up: Bulahdelah School of Arts Hall, 76 Crawford Street Bulahdelah, NSW 2423 
Saturday 25 October 10am–2pm 

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Our Water Connection Podcast - Season Two Finale Episode
20 Oct 2025 | 8.00pm - 9.00pm AEDT

What keeps the water industry up at night? How can young water professionals shape the future of our sector? And how do we make sure everyone (not just those of us in the industry) truly values water?

For this very special episode and Season 02 finale, host Jess Bohorquez, the 2025 YWP of the Year, turns the mic on herself and joins forces with the past two winners: Chelsea Hayward (2023) and Sam Skinner (2024).

Together, the three reflect on career journeys, tackle the big challenges facing the sector, and explore the role of young professionals in making water visible beyond the industry.

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Energy and water home improvements - on a budget
21 Oct 2025 | 5.30pm - 6.30pm AWST | Stirling Libraries - Dianella

Are you concerned with the ever increasing cost of living?

Switch Your Thinking expert, Philip Webster, has some simple, practical tips to help reduce your electricity and water bills while also staying comfortable at home. The session will cover:

• Easy changes to save energy and keep comfortable in your home.
• Simple ways to use less water while keeping your house clean and garden growing.
• How to use an energy toolkit (available to loan from the Stirling libraries) to learn more about your water and energy use at home.
• Discounts available for energy saving and waterwise products and services.

The session is suitable for tenants and home owners. Places are limited so register now.

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How much do you REALLY know about water?
21 Oct 2025 | 3.15pm - 4.30pm AEDT

We all know water is crucial for our health, environment, and our futures, but there's more depth to this question lurking just below the surface.

This National Water Week, we invite you to dive into this interactive session to find out:

• The role of water in these changing times, when climate change and conservation are top of mind
• How humans can modify the natural water cycle to get it to where we need it, in the forms we need it in
• What your own urban water cycle looks like and how your understanding of water can positively impact your community.

Open to the public, this free webinar is suitable for anyone looking to understand their world better. This session may be particularly helpful for teachers of any year level, with a steady stream of science and geography curriculum links.

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Permeable Pavements for a Resilient Urban Future: Stormwater, Tree Health & Greening
22 Oct 2025 | 9.00am - 1.00pm AEDT | level 12/321 Exhibition St

This half-day program brings together leading experts in engineering, urban design, horticulture, and policy to explore the role of permeable pavements in creating cooler, greener, and more resilient cities. Sessions cover the fundamentals of stormwater management, the link between urban heat and tree health, and innovations in permeable kerbs and pavement systems.

Speakers will provide insights into the economic feasibility, policy challenges, and real-world applications of permeable infrastructure across Australia. The program also highlights Porous Lane’s solution and concludes with an open Q&A panel, offering participants the chance to engage directly with experts. Networking opportunities over coffee and lunch ensure valuable connections throughout the morning.

Any profits from the event will be donated to Greenpeace Australia.

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Let's Grow: Waterwise Gardens
22 Oct 2025 | 7.00pm - 9.00pm AEDT

Join landscape architect Louise Costa and native plant guru Cathy Olive to discover how to design gardens that thrive in the Goulburn Valley’s typically dry summer climate. Goulburn Valley Water is celebrating National Water Week and the launch of its Let’s Grow: Waterwise Gardens handbook by teaming up with these local experts to help you design a garden that’s both beautiful and climate resilient.

Attend the in-person event, or stream online.

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2025 Kanamaluka / Tamar Forum
23 Oct 2025 | 9.00am - 4.30pm AEDT

The Tamar Estuary and Esk Rivers (TEER) Program invites you to the 2025 Kanamaluka / Tamar Forum. Join us for a full-day event focused on collaborating for a resilient Kanamaluka / Tamar.

This free forum brings together thought leaders from across Tasmania, including representatives from councils, industry, business, government, academia, natural resource management, and community groups to explore the management of, emerging issues in, and future opportunities for the Kanamaluka / Tamar estuary and Esk rivers waterways.

Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea will be provided.

Bookings are essential as places are limited. Upon registration you will be asked to detail your dietary requirements.

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