Department of Water and Environmental Regulation

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Announcements

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We’re recruiting leaders

Our department is driving significant reform and we have openings for a number of senior executive positions.
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Clay trial reduces phosphorus to prevent algal growth

Recent trials of phosphorus-binding hydrotalcite clay (HT-clay) in a drain and a small lake in the Peel–Harvey estuary catchment have successfully reduced the amount of phosphorus available for algal growth.
DWER accepting award at the Australian Water Awards
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Waterwise makes a splash at National Water Awards

Western Australia's Waterwise has made a big splash at the Australian Water Awards, with the Waterwise Perth Action Plan winning the Organisational Excellence Award and the Waterwise Schools Program winning the Customer Excellence Award.
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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.

Publications

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Contact

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