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How Stormwater Newcastle Uses CCTV to Investigate Pipes and Drains
Managing stormwater effectively is a significant concern for Newcastle, a coastal city with a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes. The city's stormwater infrastructure plays a critical role in preventing flooding, protecting property, and preserving...
Using the Bureau Of Meteorology’s Rainfall Forecast for the Next Two Months to Your Advantage
As we navigate through the middle of 2024, understanding the weather patterns for the coming months is crucial, especially for those residing in, or managing properties in Newcastle. According to the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), the outlook for Newcastle's rainfall...
Stormwater 2030: Shaping the Future of Urban Water Management
As we move further into the 21st century, the challenges posedby urbanisation and climate change are becoming increasingly apparent. One of the most pressing issues is stormwater management. The formation of Stormwater 2030 marks a significant step towards...
OSDs – On-site Detention
What is an OSD? Stormwater management is a crucial aspect of urban planning and development to prevent flooding, erosion, and water pollution. On-site stormwater detention (OSD) is one of the methods used to manage stormwater runoff. It involves temporarily storing...
Effective Stormwater Management: Safeguarding Your Property From Minor Storm Damage
Minor storms are a recurrent phenomenon that can lead to various issues, including flooding, water damage, pollution, and a decline in property aesthetics. In light of this, it is crucial to address minor storm drainage systems to mitigate potential risks. This...
Australia’s Unpredictable Weather
I love a sunburnt country, A land of sweeping plains, Of rugged mountain ranges, Of droughts and flooding rains… It was 1908 when Dorothea McKellar penned My Country, an ode to the fact that Australia’s weather, and landscape, is wild and unpredictable. Being...
Effective Stormwater Management: Safeguarding Your Property From Minor Storm Damage
Minor storms are a recurrent phenomenon that can lead to various issues, including flooding, water damage, pollution, and a decline in property aesthetics. In light of this, it is crucial to address minor storm drainage systems to mitigate potential risks. This...
Strata and Stormwater
As a property owner, or facility manager, it is important to take responsibility for the stormwater system on your property and ensure regular maintenance is performed. Neglecting to do so can lead to issues such as blocked drains and pipes, which may result in water...
Managing Stormwater Drainage from an Adjoining Property
If you are experiencing surface flooding and puddles around your property due to your neighbour's water runoff, it can indeed be troublesome. In many cases, property owners are responsible for managing stormwater on their land to avoid damage to their neighbour's...
Stormwater Terms
At Stormwater Newcastle we use a variety of phrases and terms that are uncommon to the layperson. The most important to understand are stormwater and WSUD. Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) covers the design of buildings, subdivisions, and works to minimise the impact of development on the surrounding environment and waterways. WSUD involves treating and reducing stormwater flows, increasing soil moisture, urban greening, and provision of a supplementary water source.
Stormwater, or runoff, is rainwater that moves through, and downhill from the area where it falls. In urban or built-up areas, it is usually defined as rain that runs off surfaces that water cannot penetrate, including roofs, driveways, and roads. It is carried away by a series of pipes, called a stormwater drainage network, to natural water bodies such as creeks, rivers and the sea. Click ‘read more’ for a list of common stormwater terms.