AWBA has lodged its submission to the 2026 Murray-Darling Basin Plan Review, calling for a shift away from further water recovery and towards optimising environmental outcomes through better infrastructure, policy certainty and effective use of existing environmental water holdings.
The Australian Water Brokers Association (AWBA) welcomes the Australian Government’s decision to delay the application of the water markets information obligations (Part 7A) until 1 July 2027, as recently advised by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).
Recent incidents within the water industry have highlighted the ongoing importance of cyber security awareness for all market participants.
Recent reporting in The Weekly Times has again highlighted significant concerns within the water trading industry regarding the Bureau of Meteorology’s planned water markets website and the broader implementation of the Water Markets Data Standards.
The Australian Water Brokers Association (AWBA) has officially launched its redesigned website, delivering a modern look, improved navigation, and a suite of new features aimed at strengthening communication and support across the industry.
Following its November Annual General Meeting, the Australian Water Brokers Association (AWBA) has formally written to the Federal Water Minister and the Minister’s Adviser to raise significant concerns regarding the proposed Water Amendment Regulations and the exposure draft of the Water Market Data Standards (WMDS).
The ACCC has released new guidance detailing the trust-accounting and audit obligations now applying to water market intermediaries. These requirements form part of broader reforms aimed at improving transparency and strengthening confidence across Australia’s water markets.
The AWBA AGM brought together members, industry leaders, and key government and regulatory representatives for an important and forward-looking discussion on the future of the water markets sector.
The Australian Water Broker Association have reminded members of their ongoing Code of Conduct obligations.
The Australian Water Brokers Association (AWBA) has issued a reminder to all members regarding the importance of adhering to the Association’s Code of Conduct.