Media releases
Media Enquiries
Hunter Water's Media team is available to assist with any enquiries. The team can be contacted by calling (02) 4979 9669 or media@hunterwater.com.au
2025
- 18 January - Hunter Water monitoring Chichester Dam water level (227KB)
- 17 January - Hunter Water crews continue to monitor the network as water supply is restored (232KB)
- 16 January - 6pm Water supply update and swimming advice (234KB)
- 16 January - Water supply being restored after widespread power outages (232KB)
2024
- 19 December - Splashes of Art Hunter Water channels creativity and design into Throsby Creek Surrounds (190KB)
- 17 December - First sod turned as construction kicks off at Hunter Waters Desalination Plant in Belmont (284KB)
- 9 December - Logs lead the way as riverbank rehabilitation progresses on the Williams River (240KB)
- 1 November - Hunter Water invests in Lower Hunter's water security and growth with 2025 2030 Pricing Proposal (210KB)
- 1 October - Hunter Water flicks the switch on its largest renewable energy project (191KB)
- 26 September - From pipes to paint The Big Picture Fest breathes new life into Hunter Waters historic pump station (188KB)
- 13 September - Hunter Water welcomes planning approval for permanent Belmont Desalination Plant (208KB)
- 22 August - Hunter Water kicks off remediation work to transform the Williams River (229KB)
- 17 July - Grahamstown Dam five yearly risk assessment complete (198KB)
- 25 June - Hunter Water doubles water supply to Cameron Park and Fletcher with trunkmain duplication project (233KB)
- 19 June - Hunter Water taps into sustainability with innovative electricity purchase agreement (211KB)
- 5 June - Community at the heart of Hunter Water's 2024 Love Water Grants (317KB)
- 27 March - Hunter Water reaches scent sational milestone during 10 million dollar upgrade to Toronto Wastewater Treatment Works dc (297KB)
- 14 February - Love flows this Valentines Day with Hunter Waters Love Water Grants now open (187KB)
- 3 February - Community panel convenes to shape future services and prices (238KB)
- 24 January - Permanent Belmont Desalination Plant Modification Application (249KB)
2023
- 19 December - Major upgrades complete for Newcastles century old pump station (206KB)
- 14 December - Water security and environmental benefits flow from Seaham Weir upgrade (193KB)
- 1 December - As summer starts, community asked to help beat the heat and Love Water (212KB)
- 17 November - Hunter Water kicks off community panel to shape 2025 2030 pricing proposal (231KB)
- 13 November - Hunter Water strengthens commitment to supporting customers (257KB)
- 18 October - Planting the seed for the perfect turf (185KB)
- 16 October - Hunter Water celebrates our most precious resource this National Water Week (208KB)
- 12 October - Rising temperatures deplete dams El Niño sets in for summer (212KB)
- 18 September - Creating revitalised spaces for our community (220KB)
- 11 September - Community panel to shape Hunter Water's 2025-2030 price proposal (235KB)
- 1 September - Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group wins Hunter Water Love Water Award (262KB)
- 15 August - Chichester Dam five yearly risk assessment complete (214KB)
- 27 July - Pumping up progress Upgrading our 110 year old asset (200KB)
- 6 July - Love is all around - Love Water Grants announced (236KB)
- 23 June - Supporting our customers as water prices rise (211KB)
- 28 April - Development Servicing Plans on public exhibition for developer charges (203KB)
- 17 April - Detailed reports submitted for dam safety reviews (221KB)
- 6 April - Erosion solution approved for Seaham weir pool (203KB)
- 23 March - Hunter Water a national finalist in Banksia Sustainability Awards (205KB)
- 14 February - Showering the Hunter with Love this Valentines Day as this year's Love Water Grants open (251KB)
- 9 February - Periodic safety review underway at Chichester and Grahamstown Dams (201KB)
2022
- 25 November - Hunter Water to improve amenity with major pump station upgrade (219KB)
- 4 December - Pursuing the Lower Hunter's long term water security actions (261KB)
- 8 November - Hunter community is the power behind the throne (202KB)
- 28 October - Branching out to assist Central Coast Zoo (217KB)
- 25 October - Feedback sought on Williams River erosion solution (199KB)
- 17 October - Celebrating our love for water this National Water Week (225KB)
- 15 September - Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort wins Love Water Love Business Award (234KB)
- 26 September - Hunter Water customers embrace online services (216KB)
- 16 March - Diverting stormwater investigated for irrigating Newcastle Racecourse and City of Newcastle sports fields (205KB)
- 27 April - Water security plan for Lower Hunter (344KB)
- 30 June - Hunter Water celebrates 130 years of helping region prosper (201KB)
- 29 June - Hunter Water celebrates 130 years of service (329KB)
- 16 June - Hunter Water teams up with Lake Macquarie City Council to drought proof sports fields (205KB)
- 30 May - Love Water Grant winners revealed (345KB)
- 14 February - Spreading the love this Valentine's Day with this year's Love Water Grants now open (251KB)
- 22 March - Celebrating groundwater's vital role on World Water Day (239KB)
- 11 March - National report card confirms improved water efficiency and leakage reduction (346KB)
- 7 March - Double recognition for Hunter Water's outstanding customer services team (236KB)
- 22 February - Wastewater upgrades boost services for Lake Macquarie customers (204KB)
- 28 January - Innovative 'keyhole surgery' technology breathes new life into water mains (236KB)
- 21 January - Hunter Water kicks off new year as major sponsor of Girls Day Out - Women in Sport (237KB)
2021
- 3 December - Minister Pavey Hunter Water delivers $73 million upgrade to cater for region's population growth (106KB)
- 24 November - Hunter making waves with quality beaches and swimming sites (216KB)
- 18 November - Port Waratah claims Love Water Love Business Award (201KB)
- 2 November - Hunter Water customers switch to the smarter way to pay (305KB)
- 25 October - Lower Hunter supports draft Lower Hunter Water Security Plan (307KB)
- 20 October - Hunter Water ranked number one for customer service (201KB)
- 18 October - Hunter Water launches new Love Water campaign in National Water Week (404KB)
- 13 September - Hunter Water encourages feedback on five-year Paxton project (208KB)
- 3 August - Planning approval for Belmont desalination plant (324KB)
- 29 July - Satellites monitor dams with millimetric accuracy (205KB)
- 29 June - New, larger treatment plant delivers improvement for growing Dungog community (182KB)
- 18 June - Minister Pavey Wyee set for growth as Hunter Water delivers $36m sewer scheme (151KB)
- 18 June - Education key under biggest ever Love Water grants program (203KB)
- 28 May - Flexible services meet customers evolving needs (238KB)
- 19 May - Solar rollout in full swing to cut electricity costs, carbon emissions (203KB)
- 28 April - Hunter Water partners with Lifeline Hunter to support Newy 100 (217KB)
- 24 March - Let's Love Water Early Education Program (200KB)
- 22 March - Community support high for all options that deliver water security (307KB)
- 16 March - Love Water Grants Round 2 closing soon (305KB)
- 25 February - High marks to Lower Hunter for drought water savings (332KB)
- 27 January - New Chair appointed to Hunter Water's Board (108KB)
2020
- 21 December - Christmas comes early for Love Water Grants recipients (401KB)
- 13 November - All water supply and demand options for community consideration in Lower Hunter Water Security Plan review (558KB)
- 19 October - Calls for community to celebrate first Love Water Day (394KB)
- 1 October - Smart Water Choices helping our community save water (378KB)
- 23 September - Supporting our community with expanded Love Water Grants program (383KB)
- 18 September - Lower Hunter encouraged to maintain new water saving behaviour (386KB)
- 10 September - EIS Amendment Report released proposing increase for Belmont drought response desalination plant (302KB)
- 14 August - Minister Pavey Boost for regions pensioners with increase to Hunter Water pension rebate (227KB)
- 24 July - Minister Pavey Renewable energy project powers Hunter Water towards 2030 carbon neutral goal (152KB)
- 21 July - Celebration of Aboriginal culture on display at Finnan Park (380KB)
- 13 July - Tanilba Bay upgrade to enable sustainable growth of Port Stephens (303KB)
- 10 March - Draft pricing confirms increased investment and affordable water bills (442KB)
- 16 June - Hunter Water pricing determination welcome news for customer bills (307KB)
- 12 June - Calls for continued conservation as drought conditions remain (379KB)
- 28 May - Minister Pavey Industry-first water education resource launched during National Reconciliation Week (343KB)
- 22 May - Water security enhanced under proposed increase for Belmont drought response desalination plant (302KB)
- 20 May - Partnership providing virtual support during COVID 19 (289KB)
- 1 May - Minister Pavey New Managing Director for Hunter Water (147KB)
- 24 April - Hunter Water calls on customers to Respect the Throne (377KB)
- 2 April - Supporting our customers during COVID 19 (379KB)
- 13 January - Damien Tudehope and Minister Pavey - Hunter businesses doing their bit for water conservation (151KB)
- 24 February - Calls for continued conservation as dam levels fall (382KB)
- 8 February - All options under consideration in Lower Hunter Water Plan review (458KB)
- 5 March - Reminder for customers to only flush the three Ps (456KB)
- 1 February - Minister Pavey Rain eases pressure on Lower Hunter dams (223KB)
2019
- Melinda Pavey Lower Hunter facing Level 2 water restrictions as dam levels fall (117KB)
- Minister Pavey Next step for Hunter's desalination plant (223KB)
- Minister Pavey Demand for water down across the Lower Hunter (148KB)
- Minister Pavey Water restrictions to help conserve water in Lower Hunter (2633KB)
- Jim Bentley Opinion Piece Learning together to change our world (125KB)
- Jim Bentley appointed NSWs Chief Water Officer (458KB)
- Hunter Water calls for conservation as dam levels fall (304KB)
- Jim Bentley Opinion Piece The value of embracing diversity (123KB)
- Rain welcome but water restrictions still on the way (380KB)
- Reporting water leaks now easier than ever (381KB)
- Work commences on sand container seawall at Stockton (381KB)
- Water restrictions apply across the Lower Hunter (304KB)
- Hunter Water welcomes appointment of Acting CEO (288KB)
- Hunter region showing its love for water one year on (303KB)
- Hunter Water planning for regions long term future (378KB)
- Media Release Hunter Water investing in its customers and community (307KB)
- Call to Save Your 4 ahead of water restrictions (457KB)
- Digital innovation trial to help find and fix leaks quicker (379KB)
- Drought prompts use of Tomago Sandbeds (304KB)
- Hunter homes to receive recycled water (382KB)
2018
- Statement Environmental Improvement Charge refund (382KB)
- Christmas comes early for Dungog community groups receiving Love Water grants (301KB)
- Former landfill waste removed at Stockton (120KB)
- Federal Court decision on flushable wipes a win for customers (119KB)
- Treated drinking water remains safe to drink (379KB)
- Stockton exposed landfill rectification works begin today (119KB)
- Wallsend flood mitigation (102KB)
- Minister Harwin Pipeline replacement to secure the Lower Hunter's water supply (226KB)
- The Res roof to be transformed into a student playground (224KB)
- The Res given state heritage listing (167KB)
- Dungog connections to the CTGM (26KB)
- Minister Harwin Hunter Water learning with students in industry first education program (149KB)
- Hunter Water and Lake Macquarie City Council work together to deliver community services (306KB)
- Jim Bentley Opinion Piece Why we should Love Water together (206KB)
- Great scores for the Hunters beaches and swimming sites (459KB)
- Helping hand for Port Stephens Koalas (122KB)
- Media Statement Water main break Johnstone St Cardiff (299KB)
- Jim Bentley Opinion Piece Dungog connections to the CTGM (124KB)
- Hunter Water helps emergency conservation effort (123KB)
- Hunter Water to pilot Ta Ka Du as part of its drive towards total efficiency (193KB)
- Hunter Water to assist drought affected communities (305KB)
- Love Water (123KB)
- Dungog properties connected to the CTGM (306KB)
- Next stage of Williamtown reticulation project begins (217KB)
- New partnership to drive change for Lake Macquarie (203KB)
- Maintenance contract strengthening community partnerships (376KB)
- Wastewater recycling on the rise (383KB)
- Successful applicants for Love Water grants announced (465KB)
- Wyee's growth potential recognised in sewer expansion (226KB)
- Innovative program helping businesses conserve water (381KB)
2017
- Koala ambulance hits the road in Port Stephens (174KB)
- Jim Bentley 125 years opinion piece (124KB)
- Hunters first water education centre opened (163KB)
- Hunter Water Exhibition Celebrates the Past and Sets Sights on the Future (127KB)
- Hunter primary students to star on the big screen (123KB)
- WUA acquires KIWS (129KB)
- Cessnock Bring Your Bills Day (209KB)
- Saving the environment and money with catchment improvements (161KB)
- Partnership with the University of Newcastle to shape our regions (186KB)
- Hunter Water adopts new PFAS guidelines (134KB)
- Water relief arrives at Williamtown (121KB)
- New Swansea pipeline delivers water security for thousands (125KB)
- Hunter Water takes out insurance policy for unprecedented drought (123KB)
- Hunter Water calling on feedback (125KB)
- Hunter Water 125 years young (126KB)