Waterwise Council

The City of Nedlands has achieved Gold Waterwise Council status for 2025!

The City of Nedlands has been officially recognised as an endorsed Gold Waterwise Council by The Hon Minister Don Punch MLA, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs; Water; Climate Resilience, at the Water Corporation Waterwise Recognition Breakfast held Wednesday 7 May.

The Waterwise Council Program, which is jointly run by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and Water Corporation, supports Councils in adopting waterwise practices and acknowledges Councils demonstrating leadership in this area.

Mayor Fiona Argyle said the Gold Waterwise endorsement is a testament to the City’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices and water efficiency in our community.

“Our City is home to some of the most beautiful streets and parks in the state, and we are working hard to ensure that we can maintain their beauty in a sustainable manner,’ Mayor Argyle said.

“Water is a precious resource and our City is dedicated to adopting waterwise practices in our operations and improving water efficiency within our community.”

The Hon Minister Don Punch MLA, says, "Being waterwise is a shared responsibility, which is why it's great to see local government leading from the front when it comes to supporting collective water security across Western Australia."

The City is dedicated to continuously delivering sustainable outcomes for our community and maintaining a beautiful, liveable city.

 

 

 

What is the Waterwise Council program?

The Waterwise Council Program aims to build a cooperative working relationship with local governments in Western Australia by acknowledging councils that are demonstrating leadership in sustainable water management. The Program supports the State Government’s vision to build waterwise communities.

Why is the Waterwise Council program important?

With the effects of climate change, water scarcity is an increasingly important issue to address. Local Government Authorities are considered to be substantial water users and therefore we are required to act as a leader in promoting efficient and effective water management.

What are the benefits of becoming a Waterwise Council?

Some of the benefits include:

  • The better understanding of the City’s water requirements and use;
  • Increasing water efficiency throughout the City;
  • Waterwise training and additional resources; and
  • Increasing the knowledge of staff to become more effective water managers.