News
Water insights across the Northern Territory
The Water Resources Division has released 8 annual State of the Water Resource reports for 2024-25. This means every water plan now has an annual report, which is a major achievement for division.
Adelaide River Water Advisory Committee kicks off 2026
The Adelaide River Water Advisory Committee held its first meeting for 2026 on 10 March.
Water‑efficient native garden thrives at Dripstone Middle School – from learning to lizards
The Office of Water Security (OWS) joined Power and Water Corporation and the Department of Education and Training at Dripstone Middle School in early December 2025 to help year 7 students weed their native garden.
New guides to boost water savings in the Territory
Established in 2014, Power and Water Corporation's, Living Water Smart (LWS) program helps households and businesses reduce water use through practical education, water-wise tools and simple actions to cut waste and reduce leaks.
WELS water‑efficient appliances save the Territory $19.6 million
The Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme has a significant impact across Australia, helping households and businesses reduce water use, lower bills and support long‑term water security.
The importance of reporting water use
In 2024 to 2025, water licence holders submitted a total of 8,079 water meter readings to the department!
Water trading expanded across the Territory
Recent changes to the Water Act 1992 allow for water trading anywhere in the Northern Territory, creating new avenues for investment and development.
Cyclone Fina causes extensive flooding of the Lower Adelaide River floodplain
Water Resources captured aerial imagery of the Lower Adelaide River floodplain on Sunday 23 November, the day after Cyclone Fina passed through.
Collaboration was the winner at NT Australian Water Association’s Northern Territory Water Awards 2025
The Office of Water Security (OWS), part of the Department of Lands, Planning and Environment and partner agencies were proudly recognised at the Australian Water Association’s Northern Territory Water Awards held on 16 October 2025, celebrating outstanding contributions in water security, innovation and leadership across the Territory.
Know about Aboriginal Water Reserves
Aboriginal water reserves are a portion of water set aside in a water plan for the economic benefit of eligible Aboriginal landowners.