Upcoming Events

Feb
24
Thu
2022
WEBINAR: Are levees a reasonable method of protection?
Feb 24 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
WEBINAR: Are levees a reasonable method of protection?

The recent January flooding in Maryborough, saw the failure of a temporary flood barrier, that caused a change in the emergency management of the township. Designing, constructing and maintaining levees are important to ensure they can be used as a means of flood protection. We have brought together a panel of international (Netherlands) and local (Queensland) professionals, to get a glimpse into their experiences and then open the floor to your questions.

This 1-hour webinar, hosted by Stormwater Queensland, will include presentations from Dion Jones, Christian Huising and Brendan Wallace, followed by a Q&A with attendees.

Cost $15 – Proof of CPD will be provided to attendees upon request to Stormwater Queensland.

Mar
22
Tue
2022
WEBINAR: Embodied Carbon Emissions – A new criteria needed for pipe material selection in SEQ
Mar 22 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
WEBINAR: Embodied Carbon Emissions – A new criteria needed for pipe material selection in SEQ

This webinar seeks to disrupt the current method of selecting a pipe where only constructability, durability and cost are considered. New criteria, embodied carbon and operational energy, must be considered in order to reduce the environmental impact of pipeline, sewerage and drainage projects.

The presentation uses a method of calculating embodied carbon emissions of approved materials, rather than proposing new materials. Therefore, this tool can be used to reduce carbon emissions immediately, at a critical time for climate change and contributes to an analysis, that will assist water utilities in South-East Queensland (SEQ) to make informed decisions about which approved pipe materials have the least embodied carbon emissions.

This 1-hour webinar is hosted by Stormwater Queensland and will include presentations, followed by Q&A with attendees.

Cost $10 – Proof of CPD will be provided to attendees upon request to Stormwater Queensland.

Apr
8
Fri
2022
WEBINAR: KEEPING OUR HEADS ABOVE WATER – MENTAL HEALTH IN THE STORMWATER INDUSTRY
Apr 8 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
WEBINAR: KEEPING OUR HEADS ABOVE WATER - MENTAL HEALTH IN THE STORMWATER INDUSTRY

Do you find the your work is affecting your mental health? Was that 20th drainage re-design one too many? Do you feel as though your clients still don’t care about water quality outcomes, even in 2022?

Come along to this panel discussion to hear from some diverse voices who’ve been there and seen that. This event aims to proactively review the pressures of mental health, uniquely to stormwater professionals, and how we can work together to overcome them as an industry.

This free  1-hour webinar is hosted by Stormwater Queensland and will include presentations, followed by Q&A with attendees.

Proof of CPD will be provided to attendees upon request to Stormwater Queensland.

May
5
Thu
2022
Webinar: Freshwater and Saltwater Wetlands for Treatment of Stormwater and Sewage on the Gold Coast and Redland Bay
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Webinar: Freshwater and Saltwater Wetlands for Treatment of Stormwater and Sewage on the Gold Coast and Redland Bay

South East Queensland is one of Australia’s fastest-growing areas and has the challenge of managing growth while protecting significant natural waterway assets and environmental values.

This webinar will highlight case studies on the Gold Coast and Redland Bay where stormwater treatment measures are being used to manage this issue by offsetting point source sewage loads. Importantly, the presentation will describe how stormwater, riverine and tidal flows will be treated by proposed constructed freshwater (one being of the order of 50ha) and saline (one being of the order of 20-ha) wetlands and how ‘other’ catchment based stormwater management measures (concrete drain reconstruction, bioretention systems etc) fit into the ultimate solution.

The webinar will describe the journey taken in scoping, evaluating and arriving at the anticipated solutions, outline the details of works proposed and describe expected implementation activities. The webinar will include a presentation from Tony McAlister, followed by Q&A with attendees.

Proof of attendance can be provided to attendees upon request to Stormwater Queensland.

Aug
4
Thu
2022
The Future of Stormwater in Queensland – Panel Discussion and Networking @ ARUP
Aug 4 @ 3:15 pm – 6:00 pm
The Future of Stormwater in Queensland - Panel Discussion and Networking @ ARUP

Stormwater Queensland are hosting a Member’s only exclusive event ‘The Future of Stormwater Management in Queensland‘,  face to face panel discussion and networking event in Brisbane, Thursday 4th August 3:15-6pm. The event is FREE for all Stormwater Queensland Members but seating is limited, however there is also an option for virtual attendance.

This event will be a highly interactive discussion with a panel of Stormwater Queensland committee members, about ‘The Future of Stormwater Management in Queensland’. We will consider the current state of our industry and the changes needed to meet the challenges of the future. The session will include a Q&A with attendees and virtual attendees can also contribute questions prior to the event. Afterwards light refreshments will be provided and an opportunity to network with fellow Stormwater Queensland members. We look forward to seeing you there.

Do you want to attend but aren’t a member – we are offering tickets that can be purchased to attend ($88), but to save costs, why not become a member! Visit here for more information.

Sep
14
Wed
2022
The New Water by Design Bioretention Filter Materials Specifications
Sep 14 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

This event is proudly sponsored by River Sands.

Water by Design, in collaboration with BMT and the Department of Environment and Science, have reviewed the past 16 years of science and drawn on expertise from a variety of professionals to provide the most significant update to bioretention filter materials specifications since the Facility for Advancing Water Biofiltration (FAWB) 2006 specifications. Water by Design will soon be publishing the new specifications and in anticipation of the release, has partnered with Stormwater Queensland to host the two primary authors in this webinar.

The webinar will help explain how the new specifications seek to address the widely observed issue of plant dieback in bioretention by focusing on the biology of filter media as part of a broader ecological system. Presenting a new approach to best practice and expected to be adopted by regulatory authorities, this is an important webinar for practitioners to attend. While the new specifications are to be published in Queensland, they can be applied nationally and therefore, the webinar is relevant to anyone interested in bioretention systems.

The webinar will include a presentation (of approximately 35 minutes) by BMT’s Paul Dubowski and Water by Design’s Ben Penhallurick, followed by Q&A with attendees.

Proof of CPD can be provided upon request to Stormwater Queensland.

Oct
27
Thu
2022
2022 Stormwater Queensland Sustainability Summit @ Owen J. Wordsworth (OJW) Conference Venue
Oct 27 all-day
2022 Stormwater Queensland Sustainability Summit @ Owen J. Wordsworth (OJW) Conference Venue

We would like to invite you to join us for the 2022 Stormwater Queensland Sustainability Summit.

The Summit program will include one day of plenary sessions, presentation of our annual awards and a fun social evening event.  The Summit will feature a co-located trade exhibition, providing an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest in product innovation.

Stormwater Queensland has proven to be leaders in providing high quality professional development for urban water, through their annual conferences and technical events.  The 2022 Summit will be a step forward from our usual content with greater focus on new ideas, panel discussions, current research and innovation to both inspire and enable our industry towards a sustainable future.

Who should attend?

The primary audience for this event includes industry professionals such as engineers, asset managers, researchers, landscape architects, sustainability managers, knowledge transfer specialists, policy development practitioners, politicians, and advisors from Government agencies, Non-government agencies, Consultants, Research and development organisations, Regional NRM Bodies and Industry.

Mar
23
Thu
2023
Webinar: Relocating Grantham – A managed retreat success story
Mar 23 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Webinar: Relocating Grantham - A managed retreat success story

The 10th January 2011 marks the tragic day that a deadly wall of water headed with speed and force toward the small town of Grantham in the Lockyer Valley, Queensland.  Businesses were ruined, homes were destroyed, and sadly, lives were lost. After the devastation, the ‘Strengthening Grantham Project’ was born and Jamie Simmonds oversaw the effort of relocating much of the town to higher ground, ensuring the safety of the community from future flood events.

Stormwater Queensland invite all to attend this free webinar, on 23rd March 2023 and hear this heartwarming story told by Jamie himself. The session will be include Q&A with attendees.

Apr
20
Thu
2023
Bold Goals for Stormwater @ Victoria Park
Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bold Goals for Stormwater @ Victoria Park

Do you want to see significant and effective action in the stormwater industry? Then, this event is for you!

This is the decade of change. With unprecedented and mutually reinforcing challenges of climate change, flooding, urbanisation and waterway pollution, the status quo in stormwater is clearly unsustainable.  Stormwater Queensland and industry partners invite you to hear and discuss ‘Bold Goals for Stormwater’.

Dr Brian McIntosh from Griffith is our keynote speaker for this special event followed by short presentations of ‘Bold Goals for Stormwater’ from industry thought leaders and provocateurs and include interactive discussions, dinner, drinks and networking. This event is designed for but not limited to:

  • Stormwater Professionals
  • Landscape Architects
  • Urban Designers
  • Economists
  • Local Government
  • Developers

Date: 20th April 2023
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Location: Victoria Park, Herston Brisbane QLD
Free Parking available at the venue.

Cost:
Stormwater Queensland members:  $85
Non-members:  $120
Price includes dinner

Potential speakers are also invited to nominate themselves to present their ‘bold goal in stormwater’, including a short summary of their proposed ‘big goal in stormwater’, noting presentations will likely be limited to a maximum of two (2) minutes. Submissions are to be provided here. Tickets are strictly limited, so please register now to secure your spot.

May
17
Wed
2023
Webinar: Keeping up Appearances – Bioretention Aesthetics @ Online Webinar
May 17 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Webinar: Keeping up Appearances - Bioretention Aesthetics @ Online Webinar

Although bioretention basins serve an important role of reducing stormwater pollution, they are often critiqued on their aesthetics. This webinar will discuss ways we can beautify basins and improve their appeal in the community.

We will explore the key factors influencing plant health and survival. A panel of WSUD scientists and landscape architects will also discuss bioretention form vs function.

On a related note, Stormwater Queensland are accepting nominations for the most beautiful bioretention basin in the world. The winning basin will be featured during this webinar. Send an image here for consideration.

A certificate of CPD can be provided to attendees, upon request.