Water NSW
Water NSW is the state-owned corporation responsible for protecting and managing New South Wales' surface and groundwater resources, capturing, storing, and supplying bulk water across the state.
It operates major regional dams, river systems, and critical water infrastructure to ensure reliable water delivery for regional towns, agricultural irrigation, industry, and environmental flows.
| Talk Group ID | Description |
|---|---|
| 11421 | General Channel |
| 11422 | Operations 1 |
| 11423 | Operations 2 |
| 11424 | Operations 3 |
| 11425 | Operations 4 |
| 11426 | Operations 5 |
| 11427 | Operations 6 |
| 11428 | Operations 7 |
| 11429 | Operations 8 |
| 11430 | Operations 9 |
| 11431 | Operations 10 |
| 11432 | Tech Channel |
Water NSW Information
Core Functions of Water NSW
Water Capture and Storage: Operates 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across NSW, managing the state’s bulk water resources.
Water Supply:
- Supplies water to Sydney Water, local councils, regional towns, and licensed operators under the Water Industry Competition Act.
- Delivers water for agriculture, industry, environmental flows, and community use.
Infrastructure Management:
- Designs, builds, and maintains water storages and management works.
- Ensures infrastructure is operated efficiently, safely, and economically.
Catchment Protection:
- Manages declared catchment areas to protect water quality, public health, and the environment.
Customer Service:
- Provides water services to over 8 million people across NSW, including farmers, towns, and utilities.
Regulatory and Collaborative Roles
Legislative Framework: Governed by the Water NSW Act 2014, which outlines its objectives and operational standards.
Interagency Collaboration:
- Works with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and the Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) under a formal Roles and Responsibilities Agreement.
- Coordinates licensing, approvals, and water management planning.
Environmental Stewardship
- Releases water for environmental purposes to support river health and ecosystems.
- Implements sustainable water management practices to balance human and ecological needs.