Groundwater Monitoring: Licence Requirements in Western Australia
If you extract, manage or monitor groundwater in Western Australia, you need to understand which licences and approvals apply to your project. Here, we talk about the practical licence requirements for groundwater monitoring and abstraction under current WA legislation, with a focus on what environmental managers, project managers and consultants need to know. Western Australia […]
When Should You Repeat Groundwater Monitoring?
Groundwater is an important source of supply for mining operations, agricultural enterprises, municipal drinking water systems, and industrial facilities. Getting the timing right on when to repeat groundwater monitoring is one of the most common questions environmental managers, compliance officers, and project managers face. This article covers the key triggers, regulatory requirements, and practical scenarios […]
Early Warning Signs of Groundwater Contamination on Your Site
Groundwater contamination rarely announces itself with a single dramatic event. Instead, it tends to develop gradually, which makes it difficult to detect until it’s a larger issue. Knowing what to look for on site can mean the difference between a manageable response and a costly remediation program. Top early warning signs to look for Site […]
When Is Groundwater Monitoring Required in Western Australia?
Groundwater accounts for 30% of Australia’s water consumption. In Western Australia, where aquifers provide approximately 40% of Perth’s drinking water (down from 60% in 1998), understanding when groundwater monitoring is required is not just good practice – it is often a legal obligation. Here, we delve into the common situations that trigger groundwater monitoring requirements […]