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LOCATION: Goulburn Mulwaree Council, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 09-Apr-2010

The Boil Water Alert was issued to residents in Constantina Circuit.

Goulburn Mulwaree Council Water Services Manager Greg Finlayson said the alert was isssued following tests showing the water supply in Constantina Circuit contained the indicator bacteria, E. coli.

For more information visit: http://www.goulburn.nsw.gov.au/news/pages/7626.html

LOCATION: Bemboka, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 03-Mar-2010

The Bega Valley Shire Council in the New South Wales South East has lifted a boil water alert for the Bemboka community, west of Bega.

The alert was issued more than two weeks ago, but New South Wales Health was not satisfied with residual chlorine levels in the supply until yesterday afternoon.

There are now no outstanding boil water alerts in the region.

The Council's Environmental Health Co-ordinator, Greg O'Donnell, says the community has responded well.

"The Bemboka community has been very supportive, in so much as they've been aware of what's going on and we haven't had complaints," he said.

"Council wants to thank the community, particularly during this difficult time.

"They have worked with us to overcome this problem."

For more information visit: http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/03/03/2835057.htm

LOCATION: Bega Valley, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 17-Feb-2010

The Bega Valley Shire Council on the New South Wales far south coast has issued a boil water alert for people on the Bemboka, Bega, Kalaru and Tathra water supply systems for the next few days.

The council says it is one of the first alerts of this kind for 15 years, but it is only a precautionary measure after the recent heavy rain.

The rain also caused the sewerage system to overflow, and the council has discharged partially treated sewage into the Bermagui and Bega Rivers.

For more information visit: http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/02/17/2821703.htm

LOCATION: Sydney, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 07-Feb-2009

Kids in Sydney, the Illawarra and the Blue Mountains can play under a sprinkler. Water Minister Phil Costa today announced the NSW Government is amending water restrictions to allow this activity.

All other Level 3 restrictions remain in place and include:

Hand-held hosing of lawns and gardens and drip irrigation is allowed only on Wednesdays and Sundays before 10 am and after 4 pm
Hosing of vehicles at residential premises is permitted only with a trigger nozzle or high-pressure water cleaning equipment (to a maximum of 10L/minute)
Hosing residential building structures including windows, walls and gutters is allowed using a hose with a trigger nozzle or high-pressure water cleaning equipment (to a maximum of 10L/minute)
No hosing of hard surfaces such as paths or driveways at any time
No other watering systems or sprinklers are to be used at any time
A permit from Sydney Water is required to fill new or renovated pools bigger than 10,000 litres
No hoses or taps to be left running unattended, except when filling pools or containers.

For more information visit: http://www.sydneywater.com.au

LOCATION: Clarence Valley, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 05-Jun-2008

Clarence Valley Council (CVC) issued the warning after test results revealed unacceptable levels of Escherichia coli (E coli) in the water supply.

Meanwhile, it is strongly recommended Lower Clarence residents boil all water intended for human consumption.

For more information visit: http://www.dailyexaminer.com.au/storydisplay.cfm?storyid=3774765

LOCATION: Coonamble, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 29-Dec-2007

Residents and visitors to the region should take care when drinking water in the region.With the recent flooding in the area,should anyone be dubious about the quality of water to be consumed,please contact local authorities to check as to the safety and quality of the drinking water supplies.

Consumers who are concerned should boil any water continuously for a 3 minute period prior to consumption.

Further,any person with cuts,abraisions or sensitive skin conditions should also be careful when showering or bathing.

This has been brought to you as a Freshly Squeezed Water consumer care advisory.

LOCATION: Sydney, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 19-Oct-2007

Cryptosporidium has been detected in a canal feeding Warragamba Dam today.The Sydney Catchment Authority has advised consumers the water is presently safe to drink with tests being carried out to ensure the ongoing safety of consumers.The canal is presently in shutdown mode with sample testing of Sydneys drinking water being being conducted.

Ensure you drink from a AS/NZ4348 endorsed water filter for complete protection

LOCATION: Sydney, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 26-Sep-2007

blue green algae outbreak

authorities have reported an outbreak of blue green algae stretching many kilometers in Warragamba Dam

at present no serious health issues are apparent with water being drawn from deep down in the catchment area.However be prepared for strange tasting and smelling drinking water as a consequence.

Whilst blue green algae is not harmful in itself,the toxins the blooms can release are.The chances of cyanobacteria being found in Sydney Water at this stage is low,however we urge all consumers to keep a lookout for any new media releases as this situation could develop.

see our snapseal range of products for 100% blue green algae and toxins removal

For more information visit: http://www.freshlsqueezed.com.au/filterrange

LOCATION: Bingara, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 21-Aug-2007

authorities have discovered high levels of arsenic in the towns drinking water supplies

1/8/07

For more information visit: http://www.abc.net.au

LOCATION: Sydney, N.S.W./A.C.T.

DATE: 20-Aug-2007

Traces of cryptosporidium and giardia have been detected in reservoir supplies after heavy downpours during July and August.For those with immune deficiencies water should be boiled as a precaution.

For more information visit: http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/

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"Infection is the main, but not the only, problem associated with microorganisms in drinking water. For instance, certain algae and bacteria can produce toxins that affect humans; the toxins may remain in the water even when the organisms responsible have been removed. Other ‘nuisance organisms’ can cause problems of taste, odour or colour, or promote deposition and corrosion."

Australian National Water Quality Management Strategy

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