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The WRL contingent at the 2023 Australasian Young Coastal Scientists and Engineers Conference
Seven of our Project Engineers and PhD Candidates presented at the 4 th Australasian Young Coastal Scientists and Engineers Conference , held at the wonderful State Library in Sydney. Thanks...
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We have successfully wrapped up our two-day Coastal Engineering Short Course, run as a lead up to the Australasian Coasts and Ports Conference at Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The Pre-Conference Short...
Fred Chaaya
UNSW Engineering alumnus, Fred Chaaya , recounts his earliest memories of being fascinated by water and the power of that connection now as a Project Engineer at the UNSW Water...
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Our team includes a blend of professional engineers and scientists undertaking commercial research for industry and government, and an academic team focused on high quality education and pure research. WRL is a breeding ground for Australian experts and industry leaders in water-related sectors. 

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World-class work environments allow for world-class work to thrive, and we are home to some of the best! We are one of the only organisations in the Oceania region with large-scale laboratory spaces and expertise to provide commercial physical modelling services for our clients. 

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Our team successfully bridge the gap between industry and academia. Through our networks, partnerships and collaborations we are engaged with industry, government and the community. We provide an independent, expert position through our representation on industry panels, specialist committees and advisory bodies.

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We are at home in the natural environment. Whether we are working in the catchment, on the water or at the beach, we have the specialist equipment and knowledge to collect real-world data and analyse it to solve real-world problems. 

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We are a specialist fundamental and applied research organisation, focusing on issues related to water. For over 60 years our team has tackled complex challenges in areas of coastal, environmental & eco engineering, hydrology, water resources, hydraulics & groundwater.

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We work at the leading edge of consulting and research, using our expertise, unique facilities and field equipment to provide bespoke solutions to clients across Australia and the Pacific region.