IAH WA

Dear IAH-WA members, ** venue change ** With a minor technical issue at our usual venue, SRK have kindly stepped in and offered their function space for this month’s talk SRK office address: Level 3/18-32 Parliament Pl, West Perth WA 6005

Dear IAH-WA members, Please join the IAH WA branch for our upcoming November tech talk, where we are pleased to present the Annual Student Night! We hope you can join us to hear some interesting talks on a variety of topics! Date: Thursday 28th November 2024 Venue: Theatrette @ Central Park Fellowship: 1730 to 1800 Talk: 1800 to 1900 Speakers: Kerry Bardot (PhD candidate) Title: Addressing Structural Uncertainty with a Seamless Geo-Flow Model Workflow. Philip Kais (Master of Hydrogeology) Title: Understanding the Hydrology of the Wongutha Hypersaline Pool in the Laverton Area, WA. Nikita Kadam (Master of Hydrogeology) Title: Assessing Groundwater Quality against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Mike Ball (Master of Hydrogeology) Title: The relationship between groundwater quality and the regional groundwater system in the Fortescue Marsh, WA. Please sign up at the link below so we have an idea of numbers. https://lnkd.in/dVk7bEWg If you have any queries or just want to contact the IAH WA committee feel free to reply to this email or via wa.branch@iah.org.au. We look forward to seeing you there! Kind regards IAH WA Committee

Dear IAH-WA members, A quick reminder before the weekend of the upcoming event on 29th October and that ticket sales close on Wednesday 23rd October. -- -- -- -- -- Full time student tickets Due to the popularity of the event, and ongoing support of our various sponsors, we are able to offer discounted tickets for full time students (discounted price $70). To access these please email a copy of your current and valid student I'd to wa.branch@iah.org.au and we will send you a link to access the student ticket option on Eventbrite. Sponsors We have filled our main sponsor options – but if there are others who are interested in supporting this IAH-WA event (we welcome all support!), please reach out and we will accommodate you as best as possible. There are display tables available ($200) Tax receipts Tax receipts will be compiled and issued closer to the event – once the bulk of the tickets have been purchased. Ticket sales To aid with organising the day, ticket sales close on 23rd October. Please try to purchase your ticket(s) before this day. [we will be able to accommodate purchases after this date if required, but it’d be appreciated if tickets could be purchased before then]

Dear IAH-WA members, Please join the IAH WA branch for our upcoming day on the topic of Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems, which we are delighted to be able to bring to you later this month. Groundwater dependent ecosystems include communities of micro-organisms, animals and plants whose functioning relies on the presence of the water. Following on from our successful day-long event last year, and the enthusiastic response of our members, IAH WA has been busy pulling together a “Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems” day seminar with the aim of informing industry, consultants and regulators of the current understanding and approaches to assessing and managing GDEs. We have gathered an expert team to provide a forum for sharing with you their knowledge and experiences across a range of GDEs. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear about technical and regulatory perspectives and approaches around GDEs. We hope the day presents an opportunity for learning, knowledge sharing and networking. Date: Tuesday 29th October 2024 Venue: University Club @ UWA Seminar day : 0900 to 1700 Further information, including the planned schedule of talks can be found at the Eventbrite page – link below. ** note this is an in person event only ** Registration: Please register via Eventbrite - https://lnkd.in/gCkgdWZt Ticket prices: $120 per person and include entry to the sundowner event at the end of the day. -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Sponsorship and display space: With the help of our existing sponsors, IAH WA is subsidizing ticket prices to enable as many people as possible to attend. To help cover event costs we are seeking Expressions of Interest for sponsorship of the key networking components of the day, with the following prices: Morning tea - $500 Lunch - $1,000 Afternoon tea - $500 1hr Sundowner - $2,000 [Sponsorship of the above includes a complementary trestle table / display table] Additionally, we have space for display tables for interested sponsors – these are available for $200. Sponsorship is available on a first come basis, please contact Rob – wa.branch@iah.org.au - to secure your place. If you have any queries or just want to contact the IAH WA committee feel free to reply to this email or via wa.branch@iah.org.au. We look forward to seeing you there! Kind regards IAH WA Committee

Dear IAH-WA members, With thanks to the generous sponsorship from MDP – please join us for the IAH WA Social Night 2024. Date / Time: Thursday 19th September, 5pm – 8pm Venue: Cheeky Sparrow Bar in Perth CBD. (located here) Please sign up at the link below so we have an indication of numbers. https://lnkd.in/dgS79Wvz We look forward to seeing you there! Kind regards

Dear IAH-WA members, Please join the IAH WA branch for our upcoming September tech talk, where we are pleased to host Dr. Sandie McHugh (DWER). Date: Tuesday 10th September 2024 Venue: Theatrette @ Central Park Fellowship: 1730 to 1800 Talk: 1800 to 1900 Title: Guide to future climate projections for water management in Western Australia Summary: Dr Sandie McHugh is going to present the new "Guide to Future Climate Projections for Water Management in Western Australia" . The Guide provides a practical framework for incorporating climate change projections into water resource impact assessments. Aimed at qualified practitioners like planners, modelers, and consultants, as well as those managing expectations about future climate information, the guide offers up-to-date methods for using climate projections in water management. Created by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and reviewed by experts from various sectors, the guide introduces a new framework based on the ‘storylines’ approach and recommends using the latest 32 regional climate projections from the Bureau of Meteorology. It replaces the previous guide from 2015 and includes additional information on climate trends, First Nations knowledge, and climate modelling. About the Speaker: Dr Sandie McHugh is the Director of Water Science at the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER). As a hydrogeologist, Sandie has worked across the State and developed a deep understanding of the hydrogeology, and groundwater management challenges of Western Australia. Sandie has overseen several significant groundwater investigation programs that have been conducted in Western Australia to support sustainable water management. The State Groundwater Investigation Program, initiated in 2005, is an ongoing strategic effort to gather new hydrogeological data across the state. From 2012 to 2016, Royalties for Regions funded projects accelerated these efforts, identifying new groundwater resources in key regions like the Kimberley, Pilbara, and South West. The Perth Region Confined Aquifer Capacity study (2012–2016) focused on deep aquifers under Perth, improving understanding of groundwater interactions and recharge. Additionally, the Shallow Groundwater System investigations (2006–2011) examined the relationships between shallow groundwater and various lakes and wetlands in the Perth metropolitan area.Sandie is recognised as a trusted science leader across groundwater, surface water and hydroclimate disciplines. For those attending in person, please sign up at the link below so we have idea of numbers: Register here (via Eventbrite) https://lnkd.in/dhM4T9DR Teams link here: https://lnkd.in/d9D57MeP We look forward to seeing you there!

Hi All , Please join us for the next IAH WA tech talk Speaker: Dr. Ben Rostron (University of Alberta, Canada). Date: Wednesday 21st August 2024 Venue: Theatrette @ Central Park Fellowship: 1730 to 1800 Talk: 1800 to 1900 Title: Groundwater and Native Orchids: Is there a link (and why might anyone care)? Summary: There are over 200 species of native orchids (Orchidaceae) found throughout North America. Many years of field observations of the type and abundance of orchid populations have revealed a striking (albeit qualitative) link to groundwater flow systems. There appears to be a correlation between orchid species and the ecosystem position within the “Unit Basin” of regional groundwater flow. A fourfold “classification” scheme for native orchids in Alberta has been proposed: those found in discharge, recharge, and midline areas, and a group that shows no general preference. This hypothesis was tested at flowering sites for three closely-related species of Spiranthes in Nova Scotia, Canada. Results showed a threefold distribution: dry; intermediate to dry; and wet slope bottoms. At one site where all three species were found, there was a clear spatial demarcation based on soil moisture and topography. There the three species would be located in recharge, midline, and discharge areas, respectively. Recognition of a linkage between the groundwater regime and native orchids is significant for a number of reasons. This talk will provide examples of native orchids in recharge, midline, and discharge areas and aims to stimulate further study in this cross-disciplinary topic. About the speaker: Ben Rostron is Professor Emeritus of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Alberta and the president of Isobrine Solutions Inc. He has a B.Sc. in geological engineering (1986) from the University of Waterloo and an M.Sc. (1990) and Ph.D. (1995) in geology from the University of Alberta. Ben received his graduate training under the supervision of Dr. József Tóth. Ben’s Ph.D. thesis on the regional hydrogeology and hydrochemistry of the Phanerozoic strata in west-central Alberta demonstrated how regional groundwater flow impacted oil migration/entrapment in economically significant units in the basin. Ben started his academic career teaching geological engineering at the University of Saskatchewan in 1994. While there, he started mapping the hydrogeology and hydrochemistry of the Williston Basin, work that continues to this day. He collected his first wellhead formation-water sample in 1996, and since then, there are very few deep formation areas in Saskatchewan that he hasn’t sampled. Ben was lured back to the University of Alberta to join the newly created Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences in 1997, where he taught regional and petroleum hydrogeology until he retired at the end of 2021. Please sign up at the Eventbrite link below: https://lnkd.in/dMUVQm-q

Please join the IAH WA branch for our upcoming July tech talk, where we are pleased to host Jorik Poessé (Rockwater) & Martin Pujol (JRG Energy). Date: Wednesday 24th July 2024 Venue: Theatrette @ Central Park Fellowship: 1730 to 1800 Talk: 1800 to 1900 Teams link for those unable to attend in person (1800-1900) https://lnkd.in/durTG6yA Title: Geothermal heating for industrial developments using an active groundwater aquifer in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria Summary: The Latrobe Valley in Victoria exhibits an elevated geothermal gradient and is therefore of high interest for geothermal developments, with a geothermal doublet already in place at the local aquatic centre, providing temperatures of up to 68°C. In this talk, Rockwater and JRG Energy will present a comprehensive geothermal feasibility study covering geological exploration of the Latrobe Valley, aquifer modelling and geothermal doublet planning, with the aim of providing heating to a large-scale aquaculture facility and Australia’s first energy from waste plant. The proposed geothermal development with a heating supply of up to 14 MW would be the largest in Australia to date. Bio Jorik: Jorik is a geoscientist with a background in structural geology and geomechanics from his studies at Utrecht University. He has worked on hydrocarbon as well as renewable energy projects where he has been focusing on geothermal exploration. As a geoscientist he is experienced in integrating many disciplines required for the industry such as seismic interpretation, hydrogeology, bore design, reservoir engineering and geomechanics. He has applied his skills extensively for geothermal projects throughout the Netherlands and Australia, supporting geothermal clients in exploration, resource assessment, well design, tendering and operations. Bio Martin: Martin is a hydrogeologist engineer specialised in reservoir engineering/modelling for geothermal projects. He trained at the School of Geology in Nancy, France where he obtained a MSc. He has over fifteen years’ experience in providing geoscience expertise and project management on geothermal and deep water well projects. Martin has worked as a geothermal hydrogeologist in various consultancies in Europe and Australia. He is now working as Direct-use and Reservoir Lead at JRG Energy, a global geothermal consultancy with active projects all over the world from Alaska, the Caribbean, France, Hungary, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, the Philippines, various states in Australia and in New Zealand where JRG is headquartered. Please sign up via Eventbrite link below: https://lnkd.in/dafdXcV2

Dear IAH-WA members, Please join the IAH WA branch for our upcoming June tech talk, where we are pleased to host Dr. Konrad Miotliński. Date: Wednesday 26th June 2024 Venue: Theatrette @ Central Park Fellowship: 1730 to 1800 Talk: 1800 to 1900 Title: Impact of fire on groundwater recharge Wildland fires are increasingly common and severe, significantly impacting drinking water resources. While predictions of post-wildfire stream flows exist, our understanding of fire effects on groundwater recharge remains limited. In this talk, we introduce a conceptual model that illustrates the time-variable nature of recharge and identify the conditions under which it should be applied. We also demonstrate methods for evaluating spatial variations in recharge following wildfires. Lastly, we discuss the need for targeted monitoring efforts if adverse trends in the wildfire regime continue. This talk aims to enhance our understanding of fire-water interactions and inform strategies for sustainable water resource management in fire-prone regions. About the speaker: Dr. Konrad Miotliński is a hydrogeologist with 20 years of international experience in research, academia, and consulting. He is passionate about water quality and the development of computational models to address complex issues in water resources. Recently, Konrad developed a model to assess the impact of wildfires on drinking water quality in the Perth Hills catchments. Please sign up at the link below so we have an idea of numbers. https://lnkd.in/dVEgaB9r

The ECHN branch of the IAH WA was proud to arrange an Introduction to Drilling workshop in association with AquaDrill Resources. It was a great opportunity for early career hydrogeologists to get hands on experience with drill rigs and to build their confidence. We were grateful to Natdrill and The Australian Drilling Association for spending they day with us. We would like to thank Aquadrill again for the great day.