Headline Activities Underway

​​Six headline activities under the Rural Water Use Strategy are currently underway:​​

In this topic

  • Catchment Yield Science Update
    This page provides an update on catchment yield science as part of the Rural Water Use Strategy in Tasmania. It highlights research efforts aimed at improving the understanding of water yield from catchments, which is crucial for effective water management and planning. The update focuses on findings that inform decision-making processes related to water allocation and resource sustainability.
  • Groundwater Assessment
    This page focuses on groundwater assessment as part of the Rural Water Use Strategy in Tasmania. It discusses the methodologies and objectives of assessing groundwater resources, which are crucial for understanding availability and sustainability. The assessment aims to inform water management practices and support decision-making related to groundwater use in rural areas.
  • Water Accountability Project
    This page discusses the Water Accountability Project as part of the Rural Water Use Strategy in Tasmania. It outlines the project's goals to enhance transparency and accountability in water management practices, ensuring that water resources are used efficiently and sustainably. The project aims to provide stakeholders with reliable data and insights to inform decision-making and improve water governance.
  • Looking After the Health of our Waterways
    This page discusses initiatives aimed at maintaining the health of Tasmania's waterways as part of the Rural Water Use Strategy. It highlights the importance of preserving aquatic ecosystems and outlines actions taken to monitor and improve water quality. These efforts are essential for sustainable water management and the protection of biodiversity in freshwater environments.
  • New Statewide Water Quality Monitoring Program
    This page outlines the new statewide water quality monitoring program in Tasmania, aimed at enhancing the assessment of water quality across various regions. The program focuses on collecting and analysing data to ensure compliance with environmental standards and protect aquatic ecosystems. By improving monitoring efforts, the initiative seeks to inform water management strategies and support sustainable practices.
  • Hydrological Monitoring Network Review
    Desktop review of Tasmania's hydrological monitoring network

​​For more information about the Rural Water Use Strategy, please visit Rural Water Use Strategy​