Southern Rural Water

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See how collaborative projects like Werribee Reconfiguration and Macalister Fresh are paving the way for regional prosperity and lasting impact at srw.com.au/news-media/sec…

What makes Lightfoot Wines in East Gippsland unique? Their rare Terra Rossa over Limestone soils, smart water management, and sustainable farming. With water from the Mitchell River, they’re a true standout in Gippsland’s wine scene. Read their story at srw.com.au/news-media/tur…

It’s been a big year that’s included finishing major modernisation projects in the east and west of the state and working with customers, partners and stakeholders to lay the foundations for future prosperity. Read more about our year at srw.com.au/news-media/our…

In 2024, we’ve teamed up with eight amazing organisations, supporting education, sports, and sustainability. Learn more about our impact and how you can be part of our 2025 sponsorship program at srw.com.au/news-media/joy…

We're excited to now extend our Southern Rural Water Exchange trading platform to our groundwater and river customers. For full details, visit srw.com.au/news-media/sou…

New emergency water bores at Bradvale Recreation Reserve and Derrinallum Recreation Reserve are now up and running, ready to support local communities during dry conditions and aid CFA firefighters in bushfires. Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/wev…

Dry conditions are expected during summer across southern Victoria. Customers are urged to plan their water allocation effectively to meet their needs for the season. Read our full season outlook at srw.com.au/news-media/sea…

Thorpdale is renowned for potatoes. Stephen Reynolds says the region’s reliable water, great soil and climate makes it brilliant for growing high-value brown boronia too. Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/mee…

We’re proud to stand with our emergency service volunteers - many are farmers, teachers, and business owners in our communities. Some are even our own team members. Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/sup…

Happy National Agriculture Day. We work closely with farmers across southern Victoria to ensure they have the reliable, well-managed water they need to grow and thrive. Read their inspiring stories at srw.com.au/news-media/nat… #NationalAgricultureDay #AgDay #GrowYouGoodThing

Stephen Reynolds has a 24 megalitre water entitlement in Thorpdale. He produces high-value brown boronia essential oil. It's valued between $15,000 to $17,000 per litre with much of this oil ending up in high-end perfume. Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/mee…

For over 40 years, master cheesemaker Ferial Zekiman and her team have been creating award-winning cheese right here in Gippsland.      The secret ingredient behind their success is water.   Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/rel…

We're teaming up with Victorian Fisheries Authority's Better Boating Victoria division to upgrade the Blue Rock Lake boat ramp so people of all abilities can enjoy the water. Read more about this project at srw.com.au/news-media/fun…

Thorpdale is renowned for potatoes. Stephen Reynolds says the region’s reliable water, great soil and climate makes it brilliant for growing high-value brown boronia too. Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/mee…

Want to help us plan the future of water management in the Upper Moorabool and Maribyrnong catchments? Join our Stakeholder Reference Group. Learn more and apply at srw.com.au/initiatives/pr… #WaterManagement #SustainableFuture #Moorabool #Maribyrnong

We’re committed to investing in the future of our communities through sponsorship. Whether it’s through sports, education, or community-driven programs, we’re proud to support initiatives that make a lasting difference. Find out more at srw.com.au/initiatives/co…

Today is Rural Women’s Day, a day to celebrate the vital contributions of women in agriculture. Join us in celebrating three incredible women who are inspiring others to follow in their footsteps. Read their stories at srw.com.au/news-media/cel… #RuralWomensDay #WomenInAg

With a chemistry background and farming knowledge, Ferial turned her Gippsland farm into a cheese making haven over 40 years ago. From gold medals to celebrated flavours, Maffra Cheese at the top. Read more at srw.com.au/news-media/rel…

At Southern Rural Water, we’re all about empowering our team to thrive both personally and professionally. Check out how our people are balancing work, family, and studies thanks to our supportive, flexible workplace culture at srw.com.au/news-media/lea…