In this February 2026 edition of the Talking Water podcast, our host Damian Pratt talks with Judd Boeker, Manager Compliance &Technical Services at East Gippsland Water about the potential impact of bushfires on water quality, and how the organisation ensures drinking water always remains clean and safe.
Judd also answers many commonly asked questions, such as:
- Do water bombing & firefighting foams pose a risk to water quality?
- How do rivers get cloudy & what does this mean for drinking water?
- How does the climate outlook influence water-supply planning?
- Why are so-called ‘flushable’ wet wipes so bad for sewer systems?
- Why does summer put extra pressure on water and sewer systems?
And much more! Listen now.