Meeting demand
The department is working hard to manage water supplies sustainably and cater for the state's growing population and expanding industries. We use water licensing data and economic and population growth forecasts to highlight potential gaps between existing water supplies and estimated future demand.
Water resource investigations help us identify potential future supply options and we work with other government agencies on programs such as Water for Food to develop new irrigation areas and increase the size and productivity of existing irrigation districts.
We are planning ahead to ensure the state's future water needs can be managed and met, and that timely decisions on supply options can be made to support population and economic growth.
Water for Growth
The state government's investment in water investigation underpins plans to meet the demand for water over a 30-year horizon.
Water supply planning
Identifying future water supply options and assessing potential water demand-supply gaps is essential for balancing the challenges of economic growth and a drying climate.
Water for Food
Water for Food is a $40 million Royalties for Regions funded program to accelerate water investigations and optimise pastoral land tenure across the state. It will create the potential for new irrigation precincts and the expansion of agricultural and pastoral opportunities in existing districts.
Pilbara Water Resource Assessment
Examining the influence of the Pilbara’s climate on water resources.
