Department of Water and Environmental Regulation

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Announcements

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Speeding up approvals for priority projects

The transformation of Western Australia’s environmental approvals system is gaining pace with the launch of a new website to support job-creating projects.
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DWER appoints new Deputy Director General

The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (the department) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sasha Pendal as the new Deputy Director General Approvals, following a rigorous and competitive recruitment process.
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Rural water planning

Water projects boost regional climate change resilience
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What we do

As the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER), we support Western Australia’s community, economy and environment by managing and regulating the state’s environment and water resources.

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Water services

We ensure our water resources meet the needs of the community, ecosystems and economic development.

Environmental regulation services

We make sure that environmental values are protected, and that development is sustainable.
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Hotlines

Call our hotlines to report concerns about pollution, contamination or illegal activity.
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Programs

We have more than 20 programs that support sustainably managing our water resources and environment.
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Consultation

Read about our current and past public consultations.

Community updates

Learn about matters of interest to the community and stakeholders.

Services

Publications

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Ministerial reporting

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Emily Briggs

Emily Briggs

Deputy Director General – Climate and Sustainability

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