News Summary:
Unitywater launched a gender equity and inclusion program on March 5, 2026, bringing together 20 women from diverse areas, including field services, communications, and customer service, to develop skills for navigating workplace dynamics and accelerating career progression. On March 4, the utility welcomed five engineering graduates—civil, mechanical, electrical, and chemical—who will undertake 24-month rotations across daily operations, major projects, environment, and innovation within the business. Previously, on February 22, Unitywater announced plans to replace water meters in Bli Bli, Dayboro, Kallangur, Nambour, and Mango Hill, an initiative Executive Manager Mike Basterfield stated is part of a $400 million program to renew and enhance the water and wastewater network. This followed a request on February 18 for community input via a survey to help inform future water and wastewater service planning. Earlier, on February 15, Unitywater reported its "Unitywater on wheels" initiative filled 70,000 bottles at local events, extending clean drinking water delivery to the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast, and Noosa communities, according to Executive Manager Joshua Zugajev.