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Our Water Connection

Our Water Connection

43 episodes

1 week ago

Send us a message! What’s keeping the water industry up at night? And how can young professionals help bring water into focus this National Water Week? In this Season Two Finale, we bring together three generations of AWA Young Water Professionals of the Year: Chelsea Hayward (2023), Sam Skinner (2024), and Jess Bohorquez (2025) our host, for a special conversation on the challenges, opportunities, and impact of YWPs across the sector. From tackling water security and climate resilience to at...

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Send us a message! What’s keeping the water industry up at night? And how can young professionals help bring water into focus this National Water Week? In this Season Two Finale, we bring together three generations of AWA Young Water Professionals of the Year: Chelsea Hayward (2023), Sam Skinner (2024), and Jess Bohorquez (2025) our host, for a special conversation on the challenges, opportunities, and impact of YWPs across the sector. From tackling water security and climate resilience to at...

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Episodes (20/43)

Our Water Connection

41 | How Are Young Water Professionals Bringing Water into Focus? | Sam Skinner, Chelsea Hayward, Jess Bohorquez and Kevin Werksman

Send us a message! What’s keeping the water industry up at night? And how can young professionals help bring water into focus this National Water Week? In this Season Two Finale, we bring together three generations of AWA Young Water Professionals of the Year: Chelsea Hayward (2023), Sam Skinner (2024), and Jess Bohorquez (2025) our host, for a special conversation on the challenges, opportunities, and impact of YWPs across the sector. From tackling water security and climate resilience to at...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 11 minutes

Our Water Connection

Trailer Ep 41 | How Are Young Water Professionals Bringing Water into Focus?

Send us a message! What keeps the water industry up at night? How can young water professionals shape the future of our sector? And how do we make sure everyone (not just those of us in the industry) truly values water? Tune in NEXT WEEK for the Season Two Finale Episode with: ✨ Chelsea Hayward (2023 YWP of the Year), process engineer at Jacobs and global volunteer currently based in Cambodia. ✨ Sam Skinner (2024 YWP of the Year), Associate Process Engineer at Aurecon and leader ...

4 weeks ago

1 minute

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40 | What does true innovation look like in the water sector? | Dr Piers Clark

Send us a message! What does real innovation look like in the water sector, and what’s holding it back? In this special 40th episode of Our Water Connection, we celebrate a unique milestone with a cross-podcast connection! Our host, Jess Bohorquez, was recently invited to be the guest on Episode 40 of Executive Exchange, an Isle Utilities podcast and to mark the occasion, we have invited their host, Dr. Piers Clark, to join us! Piers is a global leader in water innovation. As the founder an...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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39 | What is Cryptosporidium? | Dr Yulia Shutova

Send us a message! How do we protect our drinking water from one of the smallest but most stubborn threats? In this episode of Our Water Connection, Dr Yulia Shutova shares her expertise on Cryptosporidium — a microscopic parasite that has challenged water utilities worldwide. With her background in water treatment and advanced monitoring, Yulia unpacks how the industry tackles this pathogen and keeps our water safe. We discuss: What Cryptosporidium is and why it’s so difficult to treatKey le...

1 month ago

31 minutes

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38 | What is Integrated Water Management? | Celeste Morgan

Send us a message! Can we redesign the way cities use water, not just to save it, but to reuse it, regenerate it, and make our communities more liveable? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we explore how Integrated Water Management (IWM) is changing the way we plan and build our cities. We speak with Celeste Morgan, Arup’s IWM Lead for Australasia and 2025 Australian Water Professional of the Year, about what IWM really means, how it’s reshaping infrastructure, and why it’s key to build...

2 months ago

32 minutes

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37 | How Do Operators Keep Recycled Water Flowing in Regional Communities? | Ben Evans

Send us a message! How does wastewater become a resource for farms, parks, and industry? And who makes it happen? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we shine a spotlight on water operators, the unsung heroes who, in this case, turn wastewater into a valuable resource for parks, farms, and industries. We are joined by Ben Evans, Lead Operator at South East Water and 2025 WIOA Victorian Operator of the Year. With over 37 years of hands-on experience across regional Victoria, Ben share...

2 months ago

24 minutes

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36 | What is driving the harmful algal bloom along South Australia’s coast? | Faith Coleman

Send us a message! What is really happening with South Australia’s coastal algal bloom, and why does it matter? Since March 2025, a toxic bloom of Karenia mikimotoi has spread along over 150 km of South Australia’s coastline, killing hundreds of species and upending local fisheries, tourism, and marine ecosystems. In this episode, ecologist Faith Coleman helps us understand how this bloom came to be: its causes, its consequences, and what coastal communities and science are doing about ...

3 months ago

33 minutes

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35 | What makes water one of the most diverse careers in engineering? | Daniel Lambert AM

Send us a message! What does it mean to build a career that crosses countries, communities, and causes all related to water? In this special episode of Our Water Connection, we sit down with Daniel Lambert AM, a leading voice in water innovation, sustainability, and inclusive partnerships. Dan shares how a career in water has taken him to work on projects in over 25 countries, from utilities to humanitarian efforts, from infrastructure to industry partnerships, all with purpose at the centre....

3 months ago

38 minutes

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34 | How is the Productivity Commission shaping water policy? | Jo Chong

Send us a message! What does the Productivity Commission have to do with water and why does it matter for our future? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we sit down with Commissioner Joanne (Jo) Chong to unpack the Productivity Commission's role in shaping Australia’s water policy. From the economics behind water pricing to the future of national reform, we explore how productivity thinking can support a more sustainable, secure, and efficient water sector. In this episode, you’ll h...

4 months ago

40 minutes

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33 | How is AI changing the way we treat and deliver water? | Zdravka Doquang

Send us a message! Can artificial intelligence really help us solve pressing water challenges like scarcity, climate extremes, and operational inefficiencies? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we are joined by Zdravka Doquang, Global Innovation Officer at SUEZ. We explore how AI is reshaping the future of water operations. With over 30 years of experience across research, innovation, and technical support, Zdravka brings deep insight into the evolving role of technology in the water se...

4 months ago

36 minutes

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32 | How do we put communities at the heart of water management? | Prof. Briony Rogers

Send us a message! How can empowered communities shape the future of water management, and why does it matter more than ever? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we explore the vital role of communities in building climate-resilient, sustainable water systems. We are joined by Professor Briony Rogers, CEO of Fire to Flourish and Director of MSDI Water at Monash University, to unpack how genuine community engagement, systems thinking, and Indigenous knowledge can drive real transformati...

5 months ago

40 minutes

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31 | How Is Aotearoa New Zealand Transforming Its Water Sector? | Gillian Blythe

Send us a message! How is Aotearoa New Zealand transforming its water sector—and what can we learn from it? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we dive into the ambitious water reforms happening in New Zealand. We are joined by Gillian Blythe, Chief Executive of Water New Zealand, to unpack how drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater are managed, what’s driving reform, and how Māori water rights are being integrated into governance. Tune in to learn how New Zealand is reshaping it...

5 months ago

33 minutes

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30 | How can water help cool our cities and make them more liveable? | Greg Ingleton

Send us a message! How can water help cool cities, fight climate change, and improve urban livability? In this episode of Our Water Connection, water expert Greg Ingleton from Sydney Water explores the powerful role of water in urban climate resilience. Learn how smart water management, recycled water systems, and green infrastructure can reduce urban heat, improve community health, and create more livable, sustainable cities. We dive into Australia’s groundbreaking Aerotropolis projectSimple...

6 months ago

35 minutes

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29 | ¿Por qué hay escasez de agua en Bogotá? | Profesor Juan Saldarriaga

Send us a message! ¿Qué pasa cuando una ciudad rodeada de montañas, alimentada por ríos y conocida por sus lluvias comienza a quedarse sin agua? En este episodio de Our Water Connection, centramos la conversación en Colombia (mi país natal) para explorar los desafíos actuales que enfrenta Bogotá en torno al agua. Me acompaña el Profesor Juan Saldarriaga, un referente en sistemas hidráulicos urbanos con más de 25 años de experiencia en distribución de agua y drenaje urbano. Hablamos sobre: Los...

6 months ago

44 minutes

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28 | What is behind Bogota’s water shortage? | Professor Juan Saldarriaga

Send us a message! What happens when a city surrounded by mountains, fed by rivers, and known for rain suddenly starts running out of water? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we turn our focus to Colombia - my home country - to explore Bogotá’s current water challenges. Joining me is Professor Juan Saldarriaga, a leading expert in urban hydraulic systems with over 25 years of experience in water distribution and urban drainage. We discuss: The factors behind Bogotá’s water crisisThe im...

7 months ago

47 minutes

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27 | What is Water Risk Management? | Dr Annette Davison

Send us a message! Can We Ever Make Water 100% Safe? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we dive into the world of water risk with The Water Risk Doctor herself, Dr. Annette Davison. With over 35 years of expertise in water safety, governance, and risk management, Annette shares invaluable insights on how we recognize, assess, and communicate water-related risks. From understanding what risk really means to tackling uncertainty and responsibility in water management, this episo...

7 months ago

31 minutes

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26 | How Is WaterAid Changing the Future of Water and Sanitation? | Tom Muller [Special Podcasthon Episode]

Send us a message! What if the key to transforming lives was as simple as access to clean water? In this special edition of Our Water Connection, we join the global Podcasthon initiative - uniting thousands of podcasters to raise awareness for important causes. And what better organization to spotlight than WaterAid Australia, a leader in providing sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) solutions across the Asia-Pacific region? Our guest, Tom Muller, Chief Executive of WaterAid Aus...

7 months ago

34 minutes

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25 | What Does Net Zero Mean for the Water Sector? | Dr Kate Smith

Send us a message! What does Net Zero really mean for the water sector, and how can we get there? In this episode, we dive into the journey toward Net Zero with Kate Smith, a leading decarbonization and climate resilience expert from Aurecon. We break down Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, explore the biggest challenges water utilities face, and highlight innovative technologies making a difference. Whether you're a water professional or just curious about sustainability, this episode will giv...

8 months ago

33 minutes

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24 | What is Water Sensitive Urban Design? | Mellissa Bradley

Send us a message! How do we design cities that work in harmony with water, rather than against it? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we explore Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) with Mellissa Bradley, Senior Asset Planner at SA Water and the Program Director of Water Sensitive SA. With over 30 years of experience in stormwater and wastewater reuse, Mellissa is at the forefront of developing integrated water management solutions for Greater Adelaide. Together, we dive into:...

8 months ago

30 minutes

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23 | What Is Australia’s Role in Solving Global Water Challenges? | Michael Wilson

Send us a message! How does Australia contribute to solving water challenges beyond its borders? In this episode of Our Water Connection, we sit down with Michael Wilson, CEO of eWater Group, to explore Australia’s role in global water security. With over 25 years of experience in international development, water resource management, and governance, Michael shares how Australian expertise is shaping water access, equity, and resilience worldwide. Michael shared about: 🔹 The connectio...

9 months ago

40 minutes