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Agenda

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibitor Bump In
Exhibitors may bump in from 12pm
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
First Exhibitor Induction
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Second Exhibitor Induction
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Chairman's Reception (Invite Only)
An invitation-only evening celebrating our Life Members, IDIOTS, Sponsors, State Advisory Committee members, volunteers, and key contributors. This relaxed networking event is our way of giving back to the community by bringing together those who support our events for an enjoyable evening with light refreshments.
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibitor Bump In
Exhibitors may bump in from 12pm
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
First Exhibitor Induction
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Second Exhibitor Induction
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Chairman's Reception (Invite Only)
An invitation-only evening celebrating our Life Members, IDIOTS, Sponsors, State Advisory Committee members, volunteers, and key contributors. This relaxed networking event is our way of giving back to the community by bringing together those who support our events for an enjoyable evening with light refreshments.

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibitor Bump In
Exhibitors may bump in from 12pm
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
First Exhibitor Induction
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Second Exhibitor Induction
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Chairman's Reception (Invite Only)
An invitation-only evening celebrating our Life Members, IDIOTS, Sponsors, State Advisory Committee members, volunteers, and key contributors. This relaxed networking event is our way of giving back to the community by bringing together those who support our events for an enjoyable evening with light refreshments.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Women in Water Operations Breakfast
All women attending the conference are encouraged to pre-register and kick off the day with great conversation, coffee, and connection at the Women in Water Operations Breakfast. This relaxed networking event brings together women working in all areas of water operations to share experiences, build relationships, and start the day inspired. All are welcome to attend and be part of the conversation.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Welcome and Housekeeping
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM Clear Water Storages - Critical Learnings for the Application of Protective Coatings
North East Water
9:50 AM - 10:10 AM Addressing Psychological Risk in the Water Sector Through AI-Driven Adaptive Learning
WSAA
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM Tapping into Pride: Practical Steps to LGBTIQA+ Inclusion in Water Operations with Pride in Water
Pride in Water
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Wednesday Morning Tea
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Best Tasting Tap Water Heats
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Business Continuity Planning: From Response to Preparedness on Critical Sewer Mains
North East Water
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM Strengthening Do-Based Aeration Control in BNR Systems
Central Highlands Water
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Exhibitors' Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM Screening for Success: Innovation in Irrigation
North Central CMA
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Wednesday Lunch
A catered lunch will be available on-site and must be pre-purchased during registration. Please note meals will not be available for purchase on the day.
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Sludgy Solutions: Dealing with Excessive Sludge at Barossa WTP
SA Water & Suez
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM Impact Analysis: On-site Sodium Hypochlorite Generation for Potable Water Chlorination.
Jonoco
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM Smarter Energy Monitoring for Water and Wastewater Utilities
NHP
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday Afternoon Tea
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Mains Tapping Competition Round 1
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM Re-Purposing Soil Hydro Project
Greater Western Water
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM When Filter Media Meets Specification but Commissioning Still Hurts: Lessons from Recent GAC Installations
Research Laboratory Services
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM Protecting Communities and the Environment: Thermal Desorption Treatment of PFAS and Galaxolide from Biosolids
Veolia
4:30 PM - 4:50 PM Network Operator Development Program"An invaluable experience with lasting impact"
NODP Update
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Meet The Exhibitors' Dinner
Enjoy the exhibition in a whole new way - after hours! This is your chance to chat informally with exhibitors and fellow delegates in a relaxed, social setting. Wander the exhibition floor, connect with industry colleagues, and discover what’s on offer while the event winds down. Settle in for a night of great food, entertainment, and conversation. You’ll enjoy a buffet with drinks and canapés, all in a casual atmosphere designed for networking and fun.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Women in Water Operations Breakfast
All women attending the conference are encouraged to pre-register and kick off the day with great conversation, coffee, and connection at the Women in Water Operations Breakfast. This relaxed networking event brings together women working in all areas of water operations to share experiences, build relationships, and start the day inspired. All are welcome to attend and be part of the conversation.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Welcome and Housekeeping
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM Clear Water Storages - Critical Learnings for the Application of Protective Coatings
North East Water
9:50 AM - 10:10 AM Addressing Psychological Risk in the Water Sector Through AI-Driven Adaptive Learning
WSAA
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM Tapping into Pride: Practical Steps to LGBTIQA+ Inclusion in Water Operations with Pride in Water
Pride in Water
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Wednesday Morning Tea
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Best Tasting Tap Water Heats
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Business Continuity Planning: From Response to Preparedness on Critical Sewer Mains
North East Water
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM Strengthening Do-Based Aeration Control in BNR Systems
Central Highlands Water
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Exhibitors' Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM Screening for Success: Innovation in Irrigation
North Central CMA
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Wednesday Lunch
A catered lunch will be available on-site and must be pre-purchased during registration. Please note meals will not be available for purchase on the day.
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Sludgy Solutions: Dealing with Excessive Sludge at Barossa WTP
SA Water & Suez
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM Impact Analysis: On-site Sodium Hypochlorite Generation for Potable Water Chlorination.
Jonoco
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM Smarter Energy Monitoring for Water and Wastewater Utilities
NHP
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday Afternoon Tea
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Mains Tapping Competition Round 1
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM Re-Purposing Soil Hydro Project
Greater Western Water
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM When Filter Media Meets Specification but Commissioning Still Hurts: Lessons from Recent GAC Installations
Research Laboratory Services
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM Protecting Communities and the Environment: Thermal Desorption Treatment of PFAS and Galaxolide from Biosolids
Veolia
4:30 PM - 4:50 PM Network Operator Development Program"An invaluable experience with lasting impact"
NODP Update
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Meet The Exhibitors' Dinner
Enjoy the exhibition in a whole new way - after hours! This is your chance to chat informally with exhibitors and fellow delegates in a relaxed, social setting. Wander the exhibition floor, connect with industry colleagues, and discover what’s on offer while the event winds down. Settle in for a night of great food, entertainment, and conversation. You’ll enjoy a buffet with drinks and canapés, all in a casual atmosphere designed for networking and fun.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Women in Water Operations Breakfast
All women attending the conference are encouraged to pre-register and kick off the day with great conversation, coffee, and connection at the Women in Water Operations Breakfast. This relaxed networking event brings together women working in all areas of water operations to share experiences, build relationships, and start the day inspired. All are welcome to attend and be part of the conversation.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Welcome and Housekeeping
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM Clear Water Storages - Critical Learnings for the Application of Protective Coatings
North East Water
9:50 AM - 10:10 AM Addressing Psychological Risk in the Water Sector Through AI-Driven Adaptive Learning
WSAA
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM Tapping into Pride: Practical Steps to LGBTIQA+ Inclusion in Water Operations with Pride in Water
Pride in Water
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Wednesday Morning Tea
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Best Tasting Tap Water Heats
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Business Continuity Planning: From Response to Preparedness on Critical Sewer Mains
North East Water
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM Strengthening Do-Based Aeration Control in BNR Systems
Central Highlands Water
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Exhibitors' Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM Screening for Success: Innovation in Irrigation
North Central CMA
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Wednesday Lunch
A catered lunch will be available on-site and must be pre-purchased during registration. Please note meals will not be available for purchase on the day.
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Sludgy Solutions: Dealing with Excessive Sludge at Barossa WTP
SA Water & Suez
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM Impact Analysis: On-site Sodium Hypochlorite Generation for Potable Water Chlorination.
Jonoco
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM Smarter Energy Monitoring for Water and Wastewater Utilities
NHP
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday Afternoon Tea
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Mains Tapping Competition Round 1
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM Re-Purposing Soil Hydro Project
Greater Western Water
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM When Filter Media Meets Specification but Commissioning Still Hurts: Lessons from Recent GAC Installations
Research Laboratory Services
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM Protecting Communities and the Environment: Thermal Desorption Treatment of PFAS and Galaxolide from Biosolids
Veolia
4:30 PM - 4:50 PM Network Operator Development Program"An invaluable experience with lasting impact"
NODP Update
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Meet The Exhibitors' Dinner
Enjoy the exhibition in a whole new way - after hours! This is your chance to chat informally with exhibitors and fellow delegates in a relaxed, social setting. Wander the exhibition floor, connect with industry colleagues, and discover what’s on offer while the event winds down. Settle in for a night of great food, entertainment, and conversation. You’ll enjoy a buffet with drinks and canapés, all in a casual atmosphere designed for networking and fun.

Thursday, March 26, 2026

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
AU vs NZ Tapping Competition
9:00 AM - 9:20 AM
Poster Presentations
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM A Baptism of Fire
Towong Shire Council
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM Improving Hydraulic Performance of a 15km Recycled Water Rising Main Using Ice Pigging Technology
Suez
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM Long Term Performance of Membrane–GAC Treatment Across Water Treatment Plants Under Extreme Raw Water Conditions
SA Water
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Best Tasting Tap Water Finals
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Morning Tea
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Daily Toolbox Visual Boards
SA Water
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM Insourcing of Wastewater Operations to Strengthen Operational Capability and Control at Coliban Water
Coliban Water
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Exhibitors Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM Building Resilience into Sewage Treatment: Adaptive Operational Strategies at Port Fairy
Wannon Water
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Thursday Lunch
A catered lunch will be available on-site and must be pre-purchased during registration. Please note meals will not be available for purchase on the day.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Mains Tapping Competition Round 2
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Multi-faceted Approach to Algae Control
Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM The Case for an Australian Chapter of Operators Without Borders - A Practical Model for Building Operator Capacity and Disaster Resilience Across the Asia-Pacific
Arris
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM Victorian Water Industry Workforce Readiness Project
Vic water
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Thursday Afternoon Tea
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM Optimising the resilience of water treatment systems against extreme events of high manganese
Greater Western Water
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM Embedding LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Water Industry Workplaces: Insights and Practical Strategies
Pride in Diversity
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM Revolutionising Water Infrastructure: Australia’s First Installation of SAERTEX-LINER® H2O
SAERTEX-LINER® H2O
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Awards Dinner
Wrap up the two-day event in style at our celebratory Awards Night. This is your chance to get dressed up and enjoy a sophisticated evening with your peers. The night includes a three-course seated meal, followed by our industry awards ceremony to recognise outstanding achievements across the water operations community.
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
AU vs NZ Tapping Competition
9:00 AM - 9:20 AM
Poster Presentations
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM A Baptism of Fire
Towong Shire Council
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM Improving Hydraulic Performance of a 15km Recycled Water Rising Main Using Ice Pigging Technology
Suez
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM Long Term Performance of Membrane–GAC Treatment Across Water Treatment Plants Under Extreme Raw Water Conditions
SA Water
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Best Tasting Tap Water Finals
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Morning Tea
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Daily Toolbox Visual Boards
SA Water
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM Insourcing of Wastewater Operations to Strengthen Operational Capability and Control at Coliban Water
Coliban Water
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Exhibitors Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM Building Resilience into Sewage Treatment: Adaptive Operational Strategies at Port Fairy
Wannon Water
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Thursday Lunch
A catered lunch will be available on-site and must be pre-purchased during registration. Please note meals will not be available for purchase on the day.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Mains Tapping Competition Round 2
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Multi-faceted Approach to Algae Control
Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM The Case for an Australian Chapter of Operators Without Borders - A Practical Model for Building Operator Capacity and Disaster Resilience Across the Asia-Pacific
Arris
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM Victorian Water Industry Workforce Readiness Project
Vic water
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Thursday Afternoon Tea
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM Optimising the resilience of water treatment systems against extreme events of high manganese
Greater Western Water
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM Embedding LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Water Industry Workplaces: Insights and Practical Strategies
Pride in Diversity
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM Revolutionising Water Infrastructure: Australia’s First Installation of SAERTEX-LINER® H2O
SAERTEX-LINER® H2O
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Awards Dinner
Wrap up the two-day event in style at our celebratory Awards Night. This is your chance to get dressed up and enjoy a sophisticated evening with your peers. The night includes a three-course seated meal, followed by our industry awards ceremony to recognise outstanding achievements across the water operations community.

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
AU vs NZ Tapping Competition
9:00 AM - 9:20 AM
Poster Presentations
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM A Baptism of Fire
Towong Shire Council
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM Improving Hydraulic Performance of a 15km Recycled Water Rising Main Using Ice Pigging Technology
Suez
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM Long Term Performance of Membrane–GAC Treatment Across Water Treatment Plants Under Extreme Raw Water Conditions
SA Water
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Best Tasting Tap Water Finals
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Morning Tea
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Daily Toolbox Visual Boards
SA Water
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM Insourcing of Wastewater Operations to Strengthen Operational Capability and Control at Coliban Water
Coliban Water
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Exhibitors Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM Building Resilience into Sewage Treatment: Adaptive Operational Strategies at Port Fairy
Wannon Water
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Thursday Lunch
A catered lunch will be available on-site and must be pre-purchased during registration. Please note meals will not be available for purchase on the day.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Mains Tapping Competition Round 2
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Multi-faceted Approach to Algae Control
Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM The Case for an Australian Chapter of Operators Without Borders - A Practical Model for Building Operator Capacity and Disaster Resilience Across the Asia-Pacific
Arris
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM Victorian Water Industry Workforce Readiness Project
Vic water
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Thursday Afternoon Tea
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM Optimising the resilience of water treatment systems against extreme events of high manganese
Greater Western Water
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM Embedding LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Water Industry Workplaces: Insights and Practical Strategies
Pride in Diversity
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM Revolutionising Water Infrastructure: Australia’s First Installation of SAERTEX-LINER® H2O
SAERTEX-LINER® H2O
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Awards Dinner
Wrap up the two-day event in style at our celebratory Awards Night. This is your chance to get dressed up and enjoy a sophisticated evening with your peers. The night includes a three-course seated meal, followed by our industry awards ceremony to recognise outstanding achievements across the water operations community.

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