In the face of drought and increasing water stress, the NSW government recognised the critical need to address leakage and water loss across regional water utilities. The goal was to enhance the utilities’ ability to efficiently identify, target, and repair leaks, ultimately conserving billions of water. The significant challenge required a comprehensive and coordinated effort to tackle water loss in a region facing severe environmental pressures.
To tackle this challenge, the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) partnered with the NSW Water Directorate and local water utilities to launch the Regional Leakage Reduction Program. Aqua Analytics was selected as a key partner due to its expertise in leak detection and water loss management.
The Regional Network Leakage Detection Project is part of the NSW Government’s $12.5 million Regional Leakage Reduction Program. This initiative has already resulted in more than 15,450 kilometres of water mains being surveyed and over 4,000 leaks being found, saving councils billions of litres of lost water in a year.
The program encompassed three phases over 30 months, focusing on:
The impact of the Regional Leakage Reduction Program has been substantial:
Aqua Analytics played a crucial role in the success of this program and was actively involved in all three phases. Our expertise in leak detection, advanced technology, and collaborative approach enabled the identification and repair of numerous leaks in a relatively short timeframe. Since the award in early 2022, Aqua Analytics has undertaken projects in almost 30 councils, surveying 10,000 kilometres of water mains and finding 3,100 leaks. Our commitment to long-term water conservation efforts in NSW is evident through our extensive involvement and significant contributions.
The Regional Leakage Reduction Program is a testament to the effectiveness of a collaborative approach to water management. Through the combined efforts of the NSW government, local water utilities, and expert partners like Aqua Analytics, significant progress has been made in addressing water loss and improving the sustainability of regional water supplies. This program highlights the importance of innovative solutions, data-driven strategies, and teamwork in tackling the pressing issue of water conservation in the face of environmental challenges.
Yarra Valley Water, responsible for providing water and sanitation services to over 2 million people, sought to enhance their proactive approach to leak detection and water loss reduction. Their extensive network, spanning 4,000 square kilometres and over 10,000 kilometres of water mains, required a comprehensive and efficient solution to effectively manage and mitigate water loss across such a vast area.
In 2021, Yarra Valley Water partnered with Aqua Analytics, a leading water network intelligence solutions provider, to tackle this challenge. The initial three-year contract focused on several key areas:
Over the initial three-year period and the subsequent two-year extension, Aqua Analytics’ solution has delivered significant benefits to Yarra Valley Water:
Based on the success of the initial collaboration, Yarra Valley Water extended the contract with Aqua Analytics for an additional two years through mid-2026. This extension is a testament to the value and effectiveness of Aqua Analytics’s services.
The ongoing partnership between Yarra Valley Water and Aqua Analytics exemplifies a commitment to innovation and sustainability in the water industry. By proactively addressing water loss, they have conserved a vital resource and ensured the continued reliability and affordability of water services for millions of Victorians. This collaboration is a model for other water utilities seeking to optimise their network management and achieve long-term water sustainability.
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