Also known as
- Water Board
- Water Sydney
Business Summary
We provide safe drinking water to more than five million people across Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the Illawarra. We also look after wastewater and some stormwater services to help protect the health of our rivers and beaches.
About Us
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At Sydney Water, our role and responsibility is broad. From the health of the city and its people, to managing the environment and the health of our waterways to help ensure the overall liveability of our great city.
Our value lies far beyond water supply, pipes and wastewater services. Water is not just a commodity – water gives life to nature, and is the defining force of Greater Sydney and the Illawarra.
Water is key to our cultural identity. We have a love affair with our harbour, beaches, rivers and waterways. The waterways encapsulate the spirit, the beauty and the life of our community.
Our Services
We supply water, wastewater, recycled water and some stormwater services to more than five million people in Greater Sydney and the Illawarra.
Our Operating Licence sets out standards and requirements we must meet as a water utility. The licence also includes our Customer Contract.
Our Strategy
We have an ambitious vision from which we've designed our strategy: Creating a better life with world-class water services.
Water is an essential part of daily life. It’s the way we use water that helps our city thrive and supports the productivity and prosperity of our economy. By delivering world-class water services, we can create a better life for our people, our business partners and our communities.
World-class water services for safe, clean drinking water, tree-lined streets, parks and green spaces, and access to safe, local waterways and beaches for recreation and fun. To achieve this, we're focusing on four strategic outcomes.