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Stormwater Runoff from Neighbours: What Newcastle Residents Need to Know
Dealing with Stormwater Runoff from Your Neighbour’s Property in Newcastle Do you notice surface flooding, pooling water or soggy patches in your yard after rain? If this water runoff is coming from your neighbour’s property, it can cause serious damage and...
Avoiding Costly Repairs: Stormwater Maintenance for Newcastle Strata Complexes
Strata Stormwater Maintenance in Newcastle: Why Proactive Care Matters Managing a strata property in Newcastle means more than just keeping the lights on and the gardens tidy, stormwater infrastructure also demands attention. Without proper maintenance, strata...
Strata Solutions: Fixing Water Ingress in Newcastle’s Underground Carparks
Stopping Basement Leaks in Their Tracks: Newcastle Strata Water Ingress Solutions Water ingress in strata basements and underground carparks is a growing concern across Newcastle, especially with our region’s mix of older buildings, coastal weather conditions and...
Investing in the Future: Stormwater Management for Newcastle’s School Communities
Safer Schools, Cleaner Water: Why Stormwater Management Matters for Newcastle’s Students In Newcastle, we take pride in creating safe, healthy and supportive environments for our children to learn and grow. While schools often focus on cleanliness, playground safety...
Guarding the Hunter: Spill Containment and PFAS Prevention with Penstocks
Protecting Newcastle’s Waterways: How Penstocks Help Local Industry Stay Compliant and Environmentally Responsible Newcastle’s industrial sector plays a vital role in the region’s economy but with that comes the responsibility of protecting our local environment,...
Protecting Newcastle’s Industry: The Case for Smarter Stormwater & Rainwater Systems
Why Newcastle’s Industrial Facilities Must Prioritise Stormwater Management As climate change intensifies and environmental regulations tighten, stormwater management has become a critical priority for industrial operations especially here in Newcastle. With our...
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...
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.
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