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Coming Events...
Guidelines for the Maintenance of Stormwater Treatment Measures
Date: 3rd Jun, 2024
Time:
Venue: Silverwater Resort
Address: 17 Potters Hill Rd, San Remo VIC 3925
Ticket URL: More Info
Description:
This full-day workshop covers all aspects of Operations and Maintenance for all types of stormwater treatment measures. These Guidelines, produced by Stormwater NSW, have become the industry standard and reference document for the maintenance of stormwater assets across the country. The Workshop is aimed at Maintenance Managers and Cleaning Contractors, as well as Council staff involved in the sizing, siting and approval of stormwater treatment measures.
Workshop Overview
The workshop is aimed at Maintenance Managers and Cleaning Contractors, as well as Council staff involved in the sizing, siting and approval of stormwater treatment measures.
The workshop focuses on the O+M Guidelines, produced by Stormwater NSW, that will become the industry standard and reference document for the Maintenance of Stormwater assets.
The Training Covers:
- The origin and evolution of these new Guidelines
- Some of the standard terms that everyone need to know
- Explanation of the format and contents of the Guideline
- How Councils and How Cleaning Contractors will use these Guidelines
- Planning and budgeting for Maintenance – what Councils need to know
- Monitoring of devices – tools, Data Sheets, Cleaning Specs, practical field demonstration & explanation
- Regular Cleaning and Comprehensive Cleaning – measure by measure
- Dewatering & Decanting, new devices, Reporting format and content
- Rectifications, auditing, upgrades & decommissioning
- Tricks of the trade (so everyone gets a better outcome)
- One Page Cleaning Specs for all proprietary treatment measures
- Questions and Answers for everything stormwater
This popular training exposes the myths and problems of the past, and presents a logical and practical way to get the best from Stormwater Treatment Devices. Whilst not aimed at consultants and DA engineers, it certainly contains a lot of very helpful content in the selection, sizing and siting of devices for long term reliable solutions.
Presenter
Murray Powell
The presenter for this workshop will be Murray Powell, who is Vice President of Stormwater NSW, one of the document authors, and General Manager of Optimal Stormwater who is one of the leaders in design/construction/auditing/rectification of stormwater treatment devices.
Cost
The cost of the full day workshop includes morning tea and lunch. A copy of the Guidelines will be provided electronically for all attendees.
Stormwater VIC and Partner Member: $595
Non Member: $795
For More Information: https://gems.eventsair.com/2024-stormwater-victoria-conference/
Water Sensitive Urban Design Concept Design
Date: 3rd Jun, 2024
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Venue: Silverwater Resort
Address: 17 Potters Hill Rd, San Remo VIC 3925
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Description:
This course is designed for practitioners who are involved in the planning, design and/or approval of drainage and Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) projects and covers the basic principles of WSUD.
Experienced engineers use them as a refresher, graduate engineers attend to understand the drainage basics, and often people from other backgrounds (landscape architects, environmental scientists, managers and planners) attend to further their understanding of drainage, WSUD design and the RORB software.
Presenter
Val Mag & Michael Mag
Stormy Water Solutions was founded in 2003 by Valerie Mag after 12 years with the Melbourne Water Corporation and 3 years with Ecological Engineering Pty Ltd. As a recognised leader in her field, Valerie has successfully run the Stormy Water Solutions for 20-years.
In 2016, after 2-years at the Melbourne Water Corporation, Valerie’s son Michael joined the company. Today, Michael is the technical expert within Stormy Water Solutions. He is an accomplished flood hydrologic and hydraulic modeller who ensures robust and transparent engineering solutions.
Together, the Stormy Water Solutions team have extensive knowledge in hydrological and environmental engineering services and use this to help the public and private sectors with their stormwater needs.
Cost
The cost of the full day workshop includes morning tea and lunch. A copy of the Guidelines will be provided electronically for all attendees.
Stormwater VIC and Partner Member: $695
Non Member: $795
For More Information: https://gems.eventsair.com/2024-stormwater-victoria-conference/
Stormwater Victoria 2024 Conference
Date: 4th Jun, 2024 - 6th Jun, 2024
Time:
Venue: Silverwater Resort
Address: 17 Potters Hill Rd, San Remo VIC 3925
Organiser: Gems Event Management
Phone: (02) 9744 5252
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Ticket URL: More Info
Description:
REGISTER HERE: Registration Form (eventsair.com)
The Conference Organising Committee invite you to join us at the 2024 Stormwater Victoria Conference, with the theme of 'Advocacy, Adaptation and Action'. The conference will be held at the Silverwater Resort, San Remo on Tuesday, 4 and Wednesday, 5 June 2024, with an optional Workshop Day planned for Monday, 3 June and optional Technical Tour planned for Thursday, 6 June 2024.
Stormwater Victoria recognises the need to continue growing and developing leadership within the stormwater and water industry to drive positive changes towards sustainable water management now and for the future. We have big challenges ahead of us and are optimistic that together we can achieve sustainable forms of water management.
DEECA’s Regulatory Priorities 21-22, states that Victoria’s natural environment is a “dynamic system, constantly undergoing and responding to change in the short and longer-term”.
Population growth, the corresponding increase in human activities, and climate change continue to be the driving factors for environmental pressures. This is particularly relevant with the Bureau of Meteorology having just declared that both an El Nino event and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole are active, increasing the severity of rainfall deficiencies, fire danger and extreme temperatures. This follows hot on the heels of some of the worst flooding in the state’s history.
By working collaboratively, advocating for resilience, and adapting to change we can ensure that communities can better prepare for and respond to the complex challenges posed by climate change and urban development. This will allow us to safeguard both the environment and public health.
In this spirit, we are excited to introduce our 2024 Conference streams with you and look forward to exploring them together:
Imagine - Advocating for a Sustainable Future
The Times They Are A-Changin’ – Adapting to Uncertain Times
Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now - Taking Action
Full Circle – Designing to Maintaining and Operating
We look forward to having you join us in San Remo in June 2024.
Alison Rickard
Conference Convenor
2024 Stormwater Victoria Conference
Engineers Australia CPD points can be claimed for attending the 2024 Stormwater Victoria Conference, Pre-Conference Workshops and Technical Tour.
A certificate of attendance will be emailed to all attendees post-conference with confirmation of the number of points you can claim.
Presenters at the 2024 Stormwater Victoria Conference may also be able to claim hours for the preparation and presentation of their paper.
More information on CPD Requirements with Engineers Australia can be found here. https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/membership/cpd-requirements
Stormwater Victoria Awards for Excellence 2024
Date: 4th Jun, 2024
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Venue: Silverwater Resort
Address: 17 Potters Hill Rd, San Remo VIC 3925
Ticket URL: More Info
Description:
Stormwater Victoria are thrilled to announce that submissions for the highly anticipated Victorian Awards for Excellence at this year's Stormwater Victoria Conference in San Remo are officially OPEN!Start your submission by clicking here.
If you or someone you know has made outstanding contributions in the field, now is the time to step into the spotlight! We're on the lookout for innovators and game-changers who have left a substantial mark in the industry.
With a variety of categories spanning innovation, leadership, and excellence, there's a perfect spot for every star in our community. Whether you're a creative powerhouse, or a visionary leader, we want to celebrate YOU!
You can now enter for any of the following six categories:
- Excellence in Strategic or Master Planning
- Excellence in Infrastructure
- Excellence in Asset Management
- Excellence in Research and Innovation
- Excellence in Policy or Education
- Excellence in Integrated Stormwater Design
The Awards Session is set to be an exciting end to Day 1 of the Conference, where talents collide, and inspiration ignites. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, 4 June and get ready for an unforgettable Awards Ceremony!
Submissions are due by 11:59pm on Wednesday, 20 March 2024. Don't miss your chance to submit! View the Awards Entry Kit here
Stormwater Victoria Conference Technical Tour
Date: 6th Jun, 2024
Time:
Venue: San Remo
Organiser: Stormwater Victoria
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Ticket URL: More Info
Description:
Join in the Stormwater Victoria Conference Technical Tour on Thursday, 6 June to visit exciting stormwater infrastructure around San Remo! The bus tour will include a picnic lunch. Stops on the tour are focused on showcasing the unique regional stormwater challenges and solutions around San Remo. The tour itinerary is in the process of being finalised. However, confirmed locations include:
The Cape Wonthaggi – Winner of the Premier’s Sustainability Awards 2021, the Cape development integrates stormwater infrastructure into its design to promote amenity. The Cape’s mission is environmental sustainability, and the stormwater infrastructure is a key component of achieving its sustainability goals. The tour will visit the development’s stormwater infrastructure and learn about how it is functioning.
Western Port Seagrass Partnership mangrove plantings – The Western Port Seagrass Partnership is a not-for-profit organisation that acts as advocates and champions for Western Port by promoting positive partnership actions across agencies, councils, businesses, private property holders, and the regional community. The partnership has been undertaking sea grass and mangrove planting for more than 10 years with the goal of better understanding how to protect the unique ecosystem of Western Port. The exact stop for the tour is still being finalised. Recent mangrove plantings have occurred in Western Port near Grantville and Lang Lang South.
Bass Coast Shire Council manages drainage and stormwater around San Remo. Stormwater locations of interest to be included in the technical tour are currently being finalised with Council.
Technical Tour Fee
Early Bird Registration
Early Bird Member: $220.00
Early Bird Non-Member: $270.00
Early Bird Student: $140.00
Standard Registration
Standard Member: $270.00
Standard Non-Member: $320.00
Standard Student: $160.00