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Media Releases

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Blue-green algae: Heed the warnings

Friday 20 December 2024
People are being urged to check for blue-green algae warnings this summer, and to follow the advice of authorities for impacted waterways.

Committee members reflect on changes

Friday 20 December 2024
“I’m always grateful people make time to be on the committee because it does make a difference.”

New year, new speed limit for Greens Lake

Thursday 19 December 2024
A new speed limit will come into effect at Greens Lake near Corop on 1 January 2025.

Put safety first this summer

Tuesday 17 December 2024
With the summer holidays approaching, people planning to head out on the water are being urged to make safety a priority.

Water availability remains high according to outlook

Tuesday 17 December 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water’s (GMW) recently released Annual Water Outlook shows water availability in 2025 is likely to remain healthy despite the recent dry weather.

Greens Lake to close for new year

Friday 13 December 2024
Greens Lake at Corop will be temporarily closed over the New Year period to ensure public safety.

Smarter, faster surveying for water corporation

Thursday 12 December 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) has recently broken new ground through its use of LiDAR drones.

GMW seeks input on the future of pumped irrigation services

Wednesday 11 December 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is inviting customers to help develop a strategy that will determine the future of the pumped irrigation services in the Nyah, Tresco and Woorinen districts.

Blue-green algae warning for Lake Eildon

Tuesday 10 December 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is warning people to avoid direct contact with water in Lake Eildon after monitoring detected high levels of blue-green algae.

Staying safe on the water

Tuesday 10 December 2024
At Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW), we are fortunate to manage some of the state’s most loved lakes and dams.

5 knot rule to be introduced at Greens Lake

Friday 29 November 2024
A new waterway speed restriction is expected to soon come into effect at Greens Lake to keep visitors safe while the water levels are low.

Laanecoorie Reservoir upgrade complete

Friday 29 November 2024
Laanecoorie Reservoir’s Brownbill Recreation Area has reopened to the public after receiving a significant makeover.

Swimming in channels not worth the risk

Thursday 28 November 2024
As the weather warms up, Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is reiterating the risks of swimming in channels.

Cairn Curran: Feast or famine

Wednesday 27 November 2024
Change is a constant at Cairn Curran Reservoir. The storage, located approximately 30km southwest of Bendigo, was constructed in the 1950s to try and provide a semblance of reliability to one of Victo...

Future options reviewed for Loch Garry

Friday 15 November 2024
The Customer Reference Group for the Loch Garry Future Service Strategy recently held its fourth meeting, as it continues to work towards identifying the best option for the future of the Loch Garry f...

Dialling up the donations

Thursday 14 November 2024
A program helping Greater Shepparton students get the most out of their education is continuing to grow thanks to local organisations finding new ways to give.

Helping the region prosper

Tuesday 12 November 2024
As one of northern Victoria’s larger organisations, there are various steps we can take beyond our core business to help our region thrive.

Approvals needed before building

Thursday 31 October 2024
People living on waterways are being reminded to get approval before undertaking any works on Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW)-owned land.

Irrigation reaches unprecedented levels

Monday 28 October 2024
The 2024/25 irrigation season is just over a third of the way through but is already looking likely to be one of the busiest in recent memory.

GMW announces new customer committees

Thursday 24 October 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) has announced it will create seven new customer committees to increase engagement with customers across northern Victoria.

Local undergrads get opportunity to advance careers

Monday 21 October 2024
A few weeks changed the course of Xavier Kerrins’ career.

Traditional Owner opportunity to gain board experience and share insights

Friday 18 October 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is supporting increased Traditional Owner involvement in water planning and management through the appointment of an Independent Aboriginal Delegate to its board.

Finding the balance amid extremes

Wednesday 9 October 2024
It has been an exceptionally busy start to the 2024/25 irrigation season. At the same point in the previous five irrigation seasons, Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) had delivered an average of 83,600 ML, ...

GMW celebrates 30 years

Monday 30 September 2024
Three decades ago, the Victorian Rural Water Commission was superseded by various regional water corporations.

Locals discover new horizons

Thursday 26 September 2024
A single conversation is all it takes to change the course of someone’s career.

Former WaterAble Chair receives life membership

Monday 23 September 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) Corporate Risk Coordinator Donald Hughan was recently recognised for his significant contributions to a network promoting disability inclusion within the water industry.

Blue-green algae warning removed for Hepburn’s Lagoon

Friday 20 September 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) has removed the blue-green algae warning at Hepburn’s Lagoon following a significant decline in algae levels.

Putting the region first

Tuesday 17 September 2024
For many Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) customers, Commonwealth water purchases are a source of concern.

Preparation key to a safe spring on the water

Friday 13 September 2024
People planning on heading out on the water during the upcoming school holidays are being urged to make safety a priority.

Review of Lake Eildon waterway rules

Monday 9 September 2024
Feedback is invited on proposed vessel operating and zoning rules at Lake Eildon. Safe Transport Victoria (STVic) is responsible for the determination of statewide vessel operating zones on and around...

Picnic Point at Cairn Curran reopens with improved facilities

Thursday 5 September 2024
A frequently visited recreation area at Cairn Curran Reservoir has reopened following the completion of various works, including a new all-abilities toilet block.

New boat ramp for Laanecoorie Reservoir

Wednesday 4 September 2024
Laanecoorie Reservoir is set to be home to a new boat ramp that will allow boaters, fishers and skiers to get the most out of the storage.

Diversion Cost Review underway

Monday 2 September 2024
Goulburn-Murray Water’s (GMW) review of its diversions services costs is now underway, with the customer reference group having held its first meeting on 28 August.

Channel banks no place for livestock

Tuesday 27 August 2024
Farmers are being urged to keep their livestock off channel banks to prevent damage and improve water delivery.

Cohuna channel works completed

Thursday 22 August 2024
Significant channel refurbishment works on the Torrumbarry No.3 Channel (TO 3) at Cohuna have now been completed.
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