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Research

Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.

The Commission has a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to support its inquiries, annual reporting and other responsibilities, including promoting community awareness and understanding of various productivity and regulatory issues.

Wagga Wagga City Council (PDF - 75k)

Submission 54 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


The network comprises over 530kms of gravity and pressure mains, 36 pump stations and six sewerage treatment plants. ... are actively expanding our effluent reuse network to reduce water demand and provide alternative sources of water.

Date received: 23 Nov 2010

Sydney Water (PDF - 280k)

Submission 68 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


The NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) have determined Sydney Water’s prices since 2000. ... Meters are also an essential tool in controlling leakage and managing the distri- bution network efficiently.

Date received: 16 Dec 2010

Market Reform (Larry Ruff) and Geoff Swier (PDF - 529k)

Submission 47 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


drought conditions have created excess network capacity. One of the key questions in. ... 13 Independent Review of Competition and Innovation in Water Markets: Final report, Professor.

Date received: 15 Nov 2010

Sydney Water (PDF - 1326k)

Submission 21 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


An independent expert panel, chaired by Chris Davis, reviews the Plan. ... reducing leaks from the network. • • • • regulatory measures and planning requirements and promoting water efficient appliances, and. • • • •

Date received: 5 Nov 2010

Council of Mayors (SEQ) (PDF - 2262k)

Submission DR159 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


have not been subjected to “independent review”– or a review by the Queensland. ... behind us, it is an opportune time for a truly independent review of the timing, scale, scope,.

Date received: 10 Jun 2011

Water Factory Company (PDF - 556k)

Submission DR123 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


supply and network augmentation . -­‐ Lower house construction costs . . 3.

Date received: 20 May 2011

Cootamundra Shire Council (PDF - 295k)

Submission DR100 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


of all costs and benefits including the impact on network operating costs, water system planning and resource management, and local communities (and employment). ... role local,

Date received: 16 May 2011

Yarra Valley Water (PDF - 1376k)

Submission DR115 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


of incentives that may be leading to significant over investment and gold plating of network infrastructure. ... Financial Review, States blamed for power price surge, 11 May 2011, p 1.

Date received: 18 Apr 2011

Riverina and Murray Regional Organisation of Councils (RAMROC) (PDF - 66k)

Submission DR164 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


The retention of Local Government Water Utilities is a critical component of protecting the communities from the loss of jobs, businesses, families and services. ... Draft Recommendation 13.4 State and Territory Governments should undertake regular,

Date received: 28 Jun 2011

Queensland Water Directorate (PDF - 872k)

Submission DR138 for Australia's Urban Water Sector View full list


The Commission should be congratulated on a comprehensive and robust review of the national water industry. ... This review differs from previous (and concurrent) national reviews in the diligence applied to understanding the needs of the diverse

Date received: 23 May 2011