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Confluence of Water Engineers

The Water Engineering Panel, Sydney Division is holding its annual networking event
on the evening of 2 March 2010.

For those who have not attended the event in previous years, the night is dedicated to provoking discussion between like minded people who are interested and/or working in the field of water engineering. The event takes place in a casual environment with drinks and canapés provided.

The Chair will introduce the Water Engineering Panel, Sydney Division and explain how it promotes its aim of advancing knowledge and interest in the fi eld of water engineering.
The Chair will also provide a précis of the seminars which will be held over the course of 2010.

When: Tuesday 2nd March, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Engineers Australia Auditorium, Ground Floor, 8 Thomas Street, Chatswood NSW 2067
Further details: Karen Brakell, ph 92725346 (klancaster@pb.com.au)

A PDF flier is also available for distribution.

Panel Events to June 2010

The Panel has published its event calendar to June 2010 with the following events:

  • 2nd March 2010: Networking Event
  • 23rd March 2010: Highlights of HWRS Newcastle
  • 27th April 2010: River protection works, To Groyne or not to Groyne
  • 25th May 2010: Blockage
  • 22nd June 2010: Dirty Boring tides

As usual these events are held at the EA Chatswood Auditorium and a map of this venue is available on the events page.

The organising committee also holds monthly meetings in a very relaxed format. These are generally held in the Sydney CBD starting at (or close to) 6pm and are currently scheduled for:

  • 6th April 2010
  • 4th May 2010
  • 1st June 2010

If you are interested in attending, please contact a member of the committee via email or have a chat at the next event.

Confluence of Water Engineers (Formal Advertisment)

Water has becomes an ever increasingly valued resource. This may explain why there are so many fields of water engineering seeking to find, manage and utilise water more sustainably. Notably these fields of engineering include, but are not restricted to the: investigation, planning and design of water and wastewater systems; investigation and design related to strategic infrastructure such as roads, rail and mines; and the integrated management of catchments to minimise the impacts of flooding.

To highlight the broad range of water engineers brought together and the technical discussions facilitated by Water Engineering Panel, the Sydney Division is holding its annual networking event The Confluence of Water Engineers on the evening of 2 March 2010.

The aim of this evening is to promote the monthly meetings of the Water Engineering Panel providing topical presentations, industry information and networking opportunities to all water engineers.

The Chair will introduce the Water Engineering Panel and provide an overview of its activities to advance knowledge and interest in the field of water engineering.

Drinks and light snacks will be provided.

When: Tuesday 2nd March, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Engineers Australia Auditorium, Ground Floor, 8 Thomas Street, Chatswood NSW 2067
Further details: Karen Brakell, ph 92725346 (klancaster@pb.com.au)

Preliminary Information for the Panel’s March Event: Confluence of Water Engineers

Water engineering covers a broad range of fields including water resources, water supply, water treatment, WSUD, water quality, waste water management, water reuse, water policy, water catchment management, environmental water etc over all aspects of research, analysis and design.

The Water Engineering Panel, Sydney Division is holding its annual networking event on the evening of 2 March 2010.

For those who have not attended the event in previous years, the night is dedicated to provoking discussion between like minded people who are interested and/or working in the field of water engineering. The event takes place in a causal environment with drinks and canapés provided.

The Chair will introduce the Water Engineering Panel, Sydney Division and explain how it goes about executing its common aim of advancing knowledge and interest in the field of water engineering. The Chair will also provide a précis of the seminars which will be held over the course of 2010.
When: Tuesday 2nd March, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Engineers Australia Auditorium, Ground Floor, 8 Thomas Street, Chatswood NSW 2067
Further details: Karen Brakell, ph 92725346 (klancaster@pb.com.au)
Website: http://www.sydneywaterpanel.org.au/

2009 Annual General Meeting – Venue Update

The meeting will include the election of new office bearers, Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary and  Publicity officer. All are welcome to attend however RSVP is essential.

Date: Tuesday 8 December 2009

Time: 6:30pm

Venue: Restaurant – “Simple & Irresistible”, 283 Miller Street (corner of Ridge Street) North Sydney.


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RSVP: Karen Brakell (nee Lancaster) (klancaster@pb.com.au), 5pm Friday 4 December 2009

Cost: Dinner at own expense

Panel AGM

The Panel’s Annual General Meeting will be held on 8th December 2009 although the final venue is still to be confirmed.