WA Water Awards 2012 - Australian Water Association

WA Water Awards 2012Presented by:The Department of Water & The Water CorporationInfrastructure Innovation AwardProgram Innovation AwardResearch Innovation AwardResource Management AwardConservation & Efficiency AwardRecycling AwardWaterwise SchoolWaterwise BusinessWaterwise CouncilYoung Water Professional AwardWater Professional Award

Message from the Minister for WaterWestern Australia is at the forefront of waterinnovation and management. It is vital that we keepstriving for innovation because we face a challengingperiod ahead.Our state is experiencing rapid development andpopulation growth, while facing the challenges of adrying climate, declining rainfall and an increasingdemand for water.The Australian Water Association WA Water Awards celebrate theoutstanding achievements of organisations and individuals who areworking to improve water management and find solutions to water-relatedissues.The State Government, through the Department of Water and the WaterCorporation, takes a lead role in managing the availability, quality anddelivery of water supported by the enormous contributions of a range ofother groups.The water management and innovation efforts of industry, individuals,local governments, schools and community groups are vital to thegovernment’s plan to ensure all West Australians have a reliable long-termwater supply, now and in the future.By recognising the achievements of groups and individuals, the WA WaterAwards demonstrate that sustainable water use is a collaborative effortand highlight the importance of working together to develop solutions andimprove water management.The WA Water Awards provide a unique opportunity to celebrate theexcellent work being done in water management around the state.Please help us recognise these efforts by nominating for the WA WaterAwards those organisations and individuals who have made anexceptional contribution to improving water use and management inWestern Australia.By working together, we can all contribute to securing our state’s waterfuture.Hon Bill Marmion MLA, Minister for WaterMessage from the WA Branch PresidentThe Annual Water Awards are the highlight of the WAcalendar, recognising outstanding achievements andcontributions in the water industry in WesternAustralia, by both individuals and organisations.The AWA is supported by both the Water Corporationand the Department of Water to ensure that theawards cover the whole of the water cycle and giverecognition to Waterwise schools and businesses.An important aspect of the Water Awards is that entries are received fromurban, regional and rural areas and it will be especially important toshowcase the outstanding work carried out across the State as wecelebrate 40 years of the AWA in WA and 50 years nationally.Help us to recognise these contributions by nominating yourself, yourorganisation or someone else. I look forward to your nominations and toan exciting awards presentation in 2012.Denis Ericson, AWA WA Branch PresidentMessage from the CEOAs water professionals in Australia,we face some significant challengessuch as providing new (or renewing)infrastructure, shortages in skilledprofessionals, and adapting tochanging climate. Fortunately, thewater sector in this country has awealth of talent and expertise thatenables us to respond innovatively tothese challenges and develop some unique approaches towater management.In Western Australia the water sector is demonstratinginnovative leadership. KWRP, the Perth Desalination Plant,Calcite, Phoslock and Gnangara Sustainability Strategy arejust some winning examples of outstanding achievementsby water sector individuals and organisations in WA.The successful outcomes of our work are the greatestreward, offering immense value and personal satisfaction.However, the AWA (Australian Water Association) believesthat the commitment, dedication and passion of watersector professionals also deserve to be more broadlyrecognised and celebrated.For 50 years, the AWA has offered a series of awards toacknowledge the achievements of the water sector.Help us to recognise these contributions by nominatingyourself, your organisation or a fellow water professionalfor the AWA WA Water Awards.The water industry has much to be proud of - let’s share it!Tom Mollenkopf, CEO Australian Water AssociationWA Water Awards 2012Formed in 1962, the Australian Water Association isAustralia’s peak water industry body. Independentand not-for-profit, AWA promotes sustainable watermanagement through collaboration, advocacy andprofessional development.The AWA Water Awards promote the outstandingwork achieved in the water sector. The awards arean opportunity for individuals & organisations to berecognised for innovation and excellence in thetechnology, business and delivery of their waterindustry projects.Along with the prestige of being recognised ‘thebest in WA’, winners of some of the WA WaterAwards will automatically be entered into theequivalent AWA National Award category. Forfurther information or any queries please contact:The AWA WA Branch Manager on email:wabranch@awa.asn.auFull Criteria and nomination forms available fromwebsite www.awa.asn.au/awards/wa

Infrastructure Innovation AwardRecognises significant and innovative infrastructureprojects and initiatives within the water industry.Winner of this award will be automatically entered into the AWA NationalInfrastructure Project Innovation AwardProgram Innovation AwardRecognises significant and innovative environment orsustainability programs within the water industry.Winner of this award will be automatically entered into the AWA NationalProgram Innovation AwardResearch Innovation AwardRecognises innovative research projects or initiatives forthe enhancement of knowledge, water resourcemanagement or service provision .Waterwise SchoolSelected from schools that are participants in the WaterCorporation's Waterwise Schools Program (officiallyrecognised as a Waterwise School as of the end of Term3, 2012) and awarded to the school which best displaysthe practice and promotion of water efficiency.Waterwise BusinessRecognises the achievements of organisations who havedemonstrated a commitment to improved WaterManagement, demonstrated effective waterwisepractices and displayed initiative in educating their staffand the community. Nominees must have a currentWater Efficiency Management Plan in place and havesubmitted all Annual Reports as required by theprogram.Waterwise CouncilRecognises an endorsed Waterwise Councilparticipating in the Department of Water and WaterCorporation’s Waterwise Council program. The recipientof this award will demonstrate initiative and innovation intheir contributions to the sustainable use of water.Resource Management AwardRecognises excellence in managing one or morecomponents of the water cycle.Conservation & Efficiency AwardRecognises excellence of new products or systems toimprove and encourage water conservation.Recycling AwardRecognises the development or application of products,systems or techniques which support, or result in,increased water recycling.Young Water Professional of the YearRecognises professionals under the age of 35, who areeither water sector practitioners or from research/academia. Awardees will have had an outstanding careerachievement to date and the potential to play a largeinfluential role in the water industry in the future.Winner of this award will be automatically entered into the AWA National YoungWater Professional AwardWater Professional of the YearHonours individuals who have displayed a sustainedpassion and continued commitment to the water industryand who have demonstrated outstanding leadership andinfluence in the water sector.Winner of this award will be automatically entered into the AWA WaterProfessional of the Year AwardJudgingAll categories in the WA Water Awards will be judged byindependent panels of industry professionals.Nominations close 5pm, Friday 7 September 2012.Assessment criteriaAll criteria are listed on the relevant application forms whichare available on the website.AvailabilityPlease keep in mind that if successful, the nominee will needto be at the award ceremony and Gala Dinner on Friday 23November 2012 to accept the award. The AWA NationalAwards will be presented at Ozwater in Perth in May 2013.www.awa.asn.au/awards/wa

The Department of WaterThe Department of Water is the government agency that looks after all Western Australia’s water. We supportWestern Australia’s growth and development by managing the availability and quality of water sustainably – nowand for the future. We license the tap water you drink, the water that has been used to grow the food you eat, andthe water used by mining and industry for state development. www.water.wa.gov.auThe Water Corporation of Western AustraliaEach day, we reliably supply safe drinking water to almost two million Western Australians. We are also primarilyresponsible for the provision of wastewater and drainage services to homes, farms and businesses across our Stateand for supplying bulk water for irrigation. We are owned by the WA Government. The majority of the profits weearn from these activities are returned to the Government as a dividend, which contributes to the development ofour State. We directly employ more than 2,800 people and a further 425 as part of our Operations andMaintenance Alliances, to develop, manage and maintain water supply, sewerage and drainage infrastructure worthin excess of $12.3 billion. www.watercorporation.com.auAwards Gala Dinner Hosted by Tyco WaterTyco Water prides itself on providing "Complete Pipeline Solutions". Whether your requirements are for Steel,Ductile Iron or Plastic, Tyco Water can provide the pipeline system to suit your needs. www.tycowater.comGala Dinner Reception Hosted by HaysThe right job can transform a person’s life; The right person can transform a business. We are the recruitingexperts to the water industry helping our clients deliver projects successfully. We talk your language. Our industryexpertise allows us to match the right person to your job. Our extensive database, local market knowledge and fastand accurate response ensure we deliver real results. 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