SAwater
SA Water is a South Australian state government-owned corporation responsible for the provision of drinking water and the management of wastewater services in South Australia. It operates the state's water supply and sewerage networks, treatment plants, desalination facilities, and related infrastructure, serving urban centers and regional towns. The organization's core duties include sourcing, treating, and delivering potable water, collecting and treating wastewater, and maintaining network reliability and customer service. It also engages in water efficiency programs and drought resilience measures, such as desalination and water recycling projects, to diversify supply and protect water security amid climate variability.
The corporation sources water from multiple supply sources, including the River Murray and local catchments, and
Governance is by a board appointed by the Government of South Australia, led by a chief executive
Historically, SA Water emerged from earlier state water utilities and was established as a government-owned corporation