Media statements
Water Corporation partnership to assist with cost-of-living pressures
Customers struggling with cost-of-living pressures will be supported in paying their water bill, through a renewed partnership with the Western Australian Council of Social Services (WACOSS) announced today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.
Published: 13 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Water - McGowan Labor Government
Ord water channel upgrades to spur agriculture in the north
The McGowan Government today announced $77.1 million for vital water infrastructure upgrades in the Ord to drive agricultural expansion in the State's north.
Published: 13 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Alannah MacTiernan and Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Agriculture and Food and Water - McGowan Labor Government
Statement from Minister Dave Kelly
"After nearly six years as a member of the Cabinet and at the request of the Premier, I have agreed to step down as a Minister in the McGowan Government.
Published: 8 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Water, Forestry and Youth - McGowan Labor Government
Growing momentum in softwood plantation expansion
Land acquisitions to expand Western Australia's softwood estate are progressing well, despite the current highly competitive real estate market in the State's South-West.
Published: 7 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Forestry - McGowan Labor Government
Closing gender pay gap reinforces Water Corporation as employer of choice for women
A commitment to gender equity by Water Corporation has seen the State-owned utility company reduce its gender pay gap to a record low of 4.7 per cent in 2022, and further enhance career and professional development opportunities for women.
Published: 7 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly and Hon. Simone McGurk
Portfolio: Water and Women's Interests - McGowan Labor Government
Important reminder not to rely on scheme water during a bushfire
Water Minister Dave Kelly has reminded residents in bushfire prone areas to consider their water supply in preparation for a challenging bushfire season.
Published: 6 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly and Hon. Stephen Dawson
Portfolio: Water and Emergency Services - McGowan Labor Government
Water Corporation launches landmark Aboriginal engagement strategy
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced that the proportion of Water Corporation contracts awarded to Aboriginal suppliers has grown for the third year in a row, as the State Government-owned utility launches a landmark Aboriginal engagement strategy.
Published: 6 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly and Hon. Dr Tony Buti
Portfolio: Water and Aboriginal Affairs - McGowan Labor Government
Government to ban LGBTIQA+ conversion practices in WA
The McGowan Labor Government will move to criminalise practices that seek to change or suppress an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity.
Published: 1 Dec 2022
Minister: Hon. Mark McGowan, Hon. John Quigley and Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Premier, Attorney General and Youth - McGowan Labor Government
Grants available to fund youth engagement projects
Local governments and community service organisations are being invited to apply for funding for projects that enable young people aged between 10 to 25 years to achieve positive outcomes in the community.
Published: 30 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Youth - McGowan Labor Government
$58 million contract brings large water mains manufacturing to WA
Extra-large steel water pipes will be produced in Western Australia for the first time, under a new $58 million Water Corporation contract supporting local jobs and manufacturing, announced today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.
Published: 30 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Water - McGowan Labor Government
Extra Funding secures a voice for LGBTIQA+ young people
Youth Minister Dave Kelly today announced additional funding totalling $525,000 to deliver the Youth Pride Network Project, which provides advocacy services for Western Australia's LGBTIQA+ youth.
Published: 29 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Youth - McGowan Labor Government
Winds of change blowing as Water Corporation powers towards net zero future
The McGowan Government is taking the next significant step towards achieving its target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions after announcing Water Corporation has secured the development rights of what will be one of Western Australia's largest renewable wind energy projects.
Published: 26 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Mark McGowan and Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Premier and Water - McGowan Labor Government
Native Forestry Community Advisory Group members announced
Five representatives from South-West native forestry communities have been selected to assist Forestry Minister Dave Kelly in considering projects that will stimulate the local economy and increase the region's liveability.
Published: 21 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Forestry - McGowan Labor Government
Gascoyne horticulture expansion to grow from water agreement
Irrigated agriculture expansion in the Gascoyne moved forward today with the McGowan Government taking steps to guarantee a reliable, high quality water supply to new and existing growers at Carnarvon.
Published: 17 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Alannah MacTiernan and Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Agriculture and Food and Water - McGowan Labor Government
New funding to expand support services for vulnerable young people
Perth Inner City Youth Services (PICYS) will expand its PICYS PILLAR program thanks to an additional $344,000 in State Government grant funding announced by Youth Minister Dave Kelly today.
Published: 16 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Youth - McGowan Labor Government
New pipelines to support growth in City of Swan
The McGowan Government is investing $36.5 million in new water and wastewater infrastructure to cater for residential growth in the City of Swan under separate projects announced today by Water Minister Dave Kelly.
Published: 11 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Water - McGowan Labor Government
Waterwise initiatives helping WA public schools save millions of litres of precious water
Water Minister Dave Kelly today announced a new cross-government partnership and program designed to help State schools save precious groundwater.
Published: 9 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly and Hon. Sue Ellery
Portfolio: Water and Education and Training - McGowan Labor Government
Grants to support health and wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ young people
Youth Minister Dave Kelly today announced that applications were open for a State Government grant program to support the empowerment of LGBTQIA+ young people and improve their mental and physical wellbeing outcomes.
Published: 8 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Youth - McGowan Labor Government
Local artist adds splash of colour to East Fremantle
The Swan River (Derbarl Yerrigan) is the inspiration behind a colourful community artwork now adorning a brick wastewater pump station in East Fremantle.
Published: 2 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Water - McGowan Labor Government
Grant applications to assist native forest industry small businesses
South-West small businesses with links to the native forest industry will be able to apply for a grant of up to $400,000 through the McGowan Government's Small Business Development and Diversification program from 4 November.
Published: 2 Nov 2022
Minister: Hon. Dave Kelly
Portfolio: Forestry - McGowan Labor Government