Department of Water and Environmental Regulation

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State waste infrastructure plan now live

The plan is the first step in providing a high-level analysis of infrastructure needs for Western Australia, using the available data to project future needs, risks and priority areas.
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National Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
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National Sorry Day

Observed annually on 26 May, National Sorry Day remembers and acknowledges the mistreatment of many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people being forcibly removed from their families and communities, which we now know as the Stolen Generation.
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What we do

As the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER), we support Western Australia’s community, economy and environment by managing and regulating the state’s environment and water resources.

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Water services

We ensure our water resources meet the needs of the community, ecosystems and economic development.

Environmental regulation services

We make sure that environmental values are protected, and that development is sustainable.
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Hotlines

Call our hotlines to report concerns about pollution, contamination or illegal activity.
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Programs

We have more than 20 programs that support sustainably managing our water resources and environment.
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Consultation

Read about our current and past public consultations.

Community updates

Learn about matters of interest to the community and stakeholders.

Publications

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Ministerial reporting

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Contact

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The Freedom of Information Act 1992 (FOI Act) gives every person the right to seek access to documents held by government agencies. Documents may comprise written material, plans and drawings, photographs, tape recording, films, videotapes or information stored in a computerised form.

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