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News and Events
Breakout Creek Stage 3 Redevelopment site tour & Annual General Meeting
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Stormwater South Australia invites you to join us on a site visit to the recently completed redevelopment at Breakout Creek, hosted by Green Adelaide.
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When: Thursday 15 February 2024 – 4:30 – 7:30pm Where: Breakout Creek – meet at Apex Park Community Centre carpark Burbridge Road, West Beach (refer below), followed by AGM and drinks and nibbles at Beachside Restaurant – 5 West Beach Road, West Beach. |
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Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/stormwater-sa-breakout-creek-site-tour-and-agm-ygawox34 Registrations Close: 5pm Wednesday 14 February 2024 |
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Breakout Creek has been steadily transformed from an artificial channel into a more natural and healthy river system. The Stage 3 redevelopment area stretches from Tapleys Hill Road to the sea, a total of 1.5 kilometres of river and banks. Stage 3 has seen the creation of wetlands to capture and clean stormwater from adjacent residential catchments prior to discharge to the river, removal of weeds, planting of more than 215,000 new native plants and creation of habitat for a range of aquatic and terrestrial fauna. The redevelopment has also re-opened areas once fenced off, with new opportunities for people to enjoy trails, picnic areas, viewing decks and art. The site tour will provide attendees with an overview of the recently completed works and insight into key design features and considerations. |
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Attendees should be prepared for walking a portion of the site and the forecast weather conditions. Parking: Available within the Apex Park Community Centre. Access to the site will be via the recently completed staircase connecting Apex Park to Breakout Creek. Please arrive in time for a 4:30pm sharp kick off. |
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The AGM will follow at the Beachside Restaurant (5 West Beach Road, West Beach), with drinks and nibbles provided. We hope you can join us to welcome in the new year.
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Australian Flow Management Group UniSA Testing Facility Tour
Stormwater SA invites you to join us for a tour of the Australian Flow Management Group (AFMG) testing facility at the University of South Australia, followed by networking drinks at the Mawson Lakes Hotel.
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When: Thursday 24 August 2023 – 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm ACST |
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Where: University of South Australia Mawson Lakes Campus. |
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Registrations Close: Tuesday 22 August 2023 |
REGISTER NOW |
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The AFMG provides specialised testing services to meet the needs of the water industry. At this facility, the AFMG tests a range of products including flow meters, smart meters, pipes, pipe fittings, valves, emitters, drippers, timer taps, moisture sensors, drainage systems, EMC electrical equipment compliance, gross pollution traps, stormwater treatment devices and other hydraulic components. The facility also houses a number of state-of-the-art research and testing facilities including:
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Join us for your chance to tour the facility, and witness some of the testing machinery operating first hand. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Innovative Approaches to Urban Stormwater Management Early Evening Insights and Networking
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Stormwater SA invites you to join fellow stormwater practitioners for drinks and canapes at a relaxed early evening event. Prepare for an insightful evening as we explore the recent innovations and future thinking in urban stormwater management. |
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When: Wednesday 14 June 2023 – 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm ACST |
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Where: The Original Coopers Ale House, 316 Pulteney Street, Adelaide |
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Registrations Close: Monday 12 June 2023 |
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Presentation 1: The Pasadena Biodiversity Corridor – Revitalised Reserves by Daylighting Stormwater Hear from Rick Hennig from the City of Mitcham how Council transformed two under-utilised reserves into the thriving Pasadena Biodiversity Corridor, benefiting both the local community and wildlife. Learn about the innovative stormwater drain daylighting approach that connects these reserves and supports native vegetation growth, urban cooling, and a vibrant habitat for native animals. |
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Presentation 2: Smart Stormwater Systems - Harnessing AI for a Cooler, Flood-Resilient Future A Prof Mark Thyer from the University of Adelaide will showcase their exciting research on smart design and smart control of stormwater systems that leverage machine learning/artificial intelligence to reduce flooding and multiple benefits, such as more water for urban cooling. Find out how this unique system provides an opportunity for local governments and industry to significantly reduce infrastructure costs now and the ability to adapt to future climate change. |
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Presentation 3: Water Sensitive Urban Design: Pioneering Solutions for Space-Saving Stormwater Management Dr Michael Di Matteo from KBR will share cutting-edge concepts in water-sensitive urban design, including space-saving stormwater solutions using smart stormwater systems, floating wetlands, and smart surcharging for passive irrigation. Learn how these innovative approaches could help Adelaide achieve multiple benefits in urban spaces, fostering sustainable, resilient, and livable cities. |
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Don't miss this opportunity to engage with colleagues, learn about the latest innovations and network with fellow Stormwater SA members. Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of inspiration and conversation on the future of urban stormwater management. We look forward to seeing you there! |
Breakout Creek Site Tour and AGM
Stormwater South Australia invites you to join us on a site visit to the final stages of redevelopment at Breakout Creek, hosted by Bardavcol and Green Adelaide.
When: Thursday 8 December 2022 – 4:00 – 7:30pm
Where: Breakout Creek Redevelopment Site – Bardavcol site office, entry off Fawnbrake Crescent, West Beach (refer link below).
Breakout Creek is being steadily transformed from an artificial channel into a more natural and healthy river system. The Stage 3 redevelopment area stretches from Tapleys Hill Road to the sea, a total of 1.5 kilometres of river and banks.
Stage 3 will create wetlands to capture and clean stormwater from adjacent residential catchments prior to discharge to the river, remove weeds, plant more than 215,000 new native plants and create habitat for a range of aquatic and terrestrial fauna. The redevelopment will also open areas that are currently fenced off, with new opportunities for people to enjoy trails, picnic areas, viewing decks and art.
A hard hat, eye protection, high visibility vest, long pants and sleeves and safety boots are required for entry.
The AGM will follow at the Beachside Restaurant (5 West Beach Road, West Beach), with drinks and nibbles provided. We hope you can join us to celebrate the end of year and festive season approaching!
WSUD Compliance - Blacktown City Council
This webinar took place in September 2022. A recording of the event can be found on the Stormwater SA YouTube page
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In 2012, Blacktown City Council established a Water Sensitive Urban Design Compliance Program. A first of its kind in Australia, the program aims to increase compliance with legal requirements for the management of privately-owned water sensitive urban design assets in the Council area.
This webinar will provide an overview of Blacktown's WSUD compliance program, as well as a project that seeks to improve its capacity to increase compliance with legal requirements. It may offer important insights for local authorities seeking to establish their own compliance programs and initiatives.
Daniel Rider is the Water Sensitive Urban Design Compliance Officer at Blacktown City Council, and holds a Bachelor degree in Environmental Earth Sciences and Environmental Management, accreditation in microplastic assessment, and is a qualified coral reef research diver. He is currently developing and implementing Australia’s first Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) Compliance Program at Blacktown City Council. Daniel has amassed diverse experience in the areas of urban water management and the protection of aquatic environments. Driven by a passion for ocean conservation, Daniel has studied and mapped the distribution of microplastics in estuarine and marine environments; and undertaken reef research and turtle conservation works, and river health studies - in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Thailand. In this time, Daniel has worked with a diverse range of organisations including AUSMAP, Global Vision International and government. Recognising the inseparable link between terrestrial and aquatic environments.
Mia Liu is the Water Sensitive Urban Design Compliance Support Officer at Blacktown City Council and currently implementing Australia’s first Water Sensitive Urban Design Compliance Program. Mia holds a Bachelor degree in Human Geography and Urban-rural Planning and has recently completed a Master’s degree in Urbanism (Urban and Regional Planning). She developed a dissertation of Redesign Student Accommodation based on Sponge City (WSUD) concepts, and a green infrastructure and flooding management urban report.
