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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…

Make the most of the dry weather – The Bureau of Meteorology’s Quarterly Weather Outlook
The unpredictable nature of Australia’s weather presents many challenges, particularly for homeowners and property managers. Stormwater systems are a key area that requires attention. Based on the Bureau of Meteorology’s recent weather outlook for the next quarter Stormwater issues may be best addressed now.

Installation of Stormwater Pipes & Headwall
Our Client in Paterson NSW, had received approval from Dungog Shire Council to install a concrete pipe and head walls in a dish drain as a second entry to the property. The client had contacted Stormwater Newcastle to carry out the necessary services for the…

Water and Stormwater Surface Runoff From Your Neighbour’s New Property
Do you experience surface flooding and puddles around your property and yard due to your neighbour’s water runoff? Water runoff after rain events can cause trouble for your property. This is made worse when the surface runoff is coming from your neighbour’s property….
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Stormwater Design Development
Residential and Commercial Stormwater Drainage Designs with Certification Get a quote for your project Stormwater is water that originates during rainfalls. In urban, developed areas, where the ground surface does not readily absorb water, this stormwater becomes…

Stormwater Responsibility on Your Property
In Australia when it rains, it pours. These large volumes of rainwater and stormwater can often course havoc with our infrastructure and surrounding waterways. As such, it’s useful to know who is responsible for stormwater drains in your state or territory when things…

Stormwater maintenance for strata communities
It’s important for your Strata Committee to understand the requirements and responsibilities for the management and maintenance of stormwater devices on their properties and sites. All stormwater and rainwater assets should be inspected six-monthly and serviced every…

Most Popular Commercial Stormwater Devices
We often get asked by commercial clients about the most common stormwater devices. These normally include GPT’s, Filter Cartridges and OSDs. Gross pollutant traps (GPTs) Gross pollutant traps (GPTs) capture litter, sediment and debris that is washed into the…

Major Stormwater Drainage System Designs
Major storms can cause flooding, water damage, pollutions, and reduce the aesthetic value of properties. Today we discuss major storm drainage systems, overland flow paths for stormwater runoff. Along with the use of driveways to carry overland flows, and recessed…
Council Regulation of Stormwater Systems
Today we look at the regulation of stormwater systems by your council and their respective legal obligations. We cover residential buildings, inter-allotment drainage, and commercial buildings. Its important to understand the council regulations of stormwater systems…

Popular Stormwater Devices
Today we look at the 3 common and popular WSUD Stormwater and rainwater devices found on private properties and residencies. These include Rainwater Tanks, Biofilters and Pit Inserts. All offered for installation and maintenance by our team. Rainwater Tank Rainwater…

Stormwater Issues
Today we look at common stormwater issues that property owners face. And discuss what you can do to protect your property from flooding and water damage during rain events. Stormwater problems typically occur with roof drainage, overland flows, road run-off and…

Use of On-site Stormwater Detention Systems (OSD)
OSD’s and stormwater detention tanks are crucial components of stormwater management in many private and commercial properties. As such, it’s important to understand the purpose of stormwater detention systems, the installation of detention systems (OSD), alternative…

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…

Make the most of the dry weather – The Bureau of Meteorology’s Quarterly Weather Outlook
The unpredictable nature of Australia’s weather presents many challenges, particularly for homeowners and property managers. Stormwater systems are a key area that requires attention. Based on the Bureau of Meteorology’s recent weather outlook for the next quarter Stormwater issues may be best addressed now.

Installation of Stormwater Pipes & Headwall
Our Client in Paterson NSW, had received approval from Dungog Shire Council to install a concrete pipe and head walls in a dish drain as a second entry to the property. The client had contacted Stormwater Newcastle to carry out the necessary services for the…

Water and Stormwater Surface Runoff From Your Neighbour’s New Property
Do you experience surface flooding and puddles around your property and yard due to your neighbour’s water runoff? Water runoff after rain events can cause trouble for your property. This is made worse when the surface runoff is coming from your neighbour’s property….
Water runoff due to neighbouring development and construction
Do you experience surface flooding around your property due to your neighbour’s water runoff? Water runoff after rain events can cause trouble for your property. This is worsened when the runoff is coming from your neighbour’s property. The law generally requires…

Stormwater Design Development
Residential and Commercial Stormwater Drainage Designs with Certification Get a quote for your project Stormwater is water that originates during rainfalls. In urban, developed areas, where the ground surface does not readily absorb water, this stormwater becomes…
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