Irrigation Australia

Build irrigation efficiency and practical, field-ready skills in just two days. This focused micro-credential is delivered virtually and funded for eligible Queensland participants.

Next course dates: 17–18 March
Secure your place: link in bio or visit https://irrigationaustralia.com.au/training/upcoming-courses

Irrigation Training Australia (RTO 91313)

The Summer 2025 edition of the Irrigation Australia Journal is now available.

This issue explores irrigation under pressure, from system performance and water security to rainwater harvesting design, groundwater resilience and mental wellbeing across the industry.

👉 Visit https://irrigationaustralia.com.au/resources-the-journal-irrigation-australia or click the link in our bio to read the full edition.

Build capability across your team and support the next generation of irrigation professionals.

Irrigation Australia offers a suite of online, self-paced training designed to support workforce onboarding, upskilling and career pathways across the irrigation industry.

Company members can access the Introduction to Irrigation Subscription Package, providing 12-month, unlimited staff access to:

💧 Introduction to Irrigation – Part A
💧 Introduction to Irrigation – Part B (Landscape)
💧 Introduction to Irrigation – Part B (Agricultural)

These courses are supported by Irrigation Insights – Induction Course, a free entry-level option ideal for new starters, work experience students and those exploring a career in irrigation.

Together, these courses cover core irrigation concepts across urban, landscape and agricultural settings, with content aligned to Cert III-level units and practical industry application.

For course details and enrolments, visit:
👉 https://irrigationaustralia.com.au/training-upcoming-courses

The stage is set for a strengthened 2026 conference series as the Innovative Industries of the Future (IIF) program officially launches its second event cycle.

This expanded 12-month format builds on the success of the inaugural 2024 conference and will culminate in a major gathering in Bunbury on 27–28 October 2026.

Government, industry and research leaders will come together to explore the technologies and opportunities shaping Western Australia’s future industries, with a continued emphasis on economic diversity, regional innovation and job creation.

Visit: https://swdc.wa.gov.au/article/innovative-industries-of-the-future-conference/ for more information.

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Electrofusion and Butt Welding Training (5–6 Feb, Brisbane QLD).

Learn to weld polyethylene (PE) pipes using electrofusion techniques for water, gas and liquid pipelines.

Delivered by Irrigation Training Australia (RTO 91313), this two-day course builds the practical skills and knowledge required for professional PE pipe welding.

Secure your place: link in bio or visit irrigationaustralia.com.au/training-upcoming-courses

Certified Meter Installer & Validator (27–30 Jan, Virtual Training).

Delivered by Irrigation Training Australia (RTO 91313), this hands-on course blends virtual learning with in-field assessment to prepare participants for professional certification and compliance.

Develop practical expertise in meter installation, validation, site preparation, and environmental safety.

Secure your place: link in bio or visit irrigationaustralia.com.au/training-upcoming-courses

The Cook Government is investing $12.4 million to support the long-term sustainability of groundwater from the Millstream aquifer, helping to safeguard the Pilbara’s water security.

The initiative will be delivered by Water Corporation in partnership with the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation.

Work will focus on relocating or recommissioning groundwater bores to reduce pressure on the Millstream aquifer and protect culturally and environmentally significant sites within the Millstream Chichester National Park.

For more information visit: Cook Government to secure Pilbara's water future or via https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/

Irrigation Efficiency & Practical Skills (17–18 Mar, Virtual Training – QLD Funding Available)�

Build your foundational irrigation knowledge with this online micro-credential, delivered over two half-days.

Delivered by Irrigation Training Australia (RTO 91313), this entry-level program helps new employees and those entering the irrigation sector gain confidence in real-world applications and customer interaction.

Secure your place: link in bio or visit irrigationaustralia.com.au/training-upcoming-courses

This major event is a new initiative by Expertise Events, Australia’s most experienced independent event organiser.

With over 35 years delivering industry-leading trade shows including AUSJET & Liquid Waste Expo, AgriShow, WineTech, and the International Jewellery Fair, they bring proven experience in connecting businesses with real buyers.

The Irrigation Show will showcase innovation across irrigation management, sustainable water practices, and emerging technologies, fostering collaboration between engineers, growers, manufacturers, and policymakers.

Exhibitors can engage directly with decision-makers, educate industry professionals, and position their business at the forefront of Australia’s irrigation sector.

For enquiries, contact the Expertise Events team at [email protected] or call (02) 9452 7575.

Certificate III in Irrigation Technology – Block 1 & Certified Irrigation Installer Delivery at Tocal College - RTO 91166

Irrigation Australia recently delivered Block 1 of the Certificate III in Irrigation Technology alongside the Certified Irrigation Installer (CII) program at Tocal, giving students a strong foundation in the core installation practices that underpin modern irrigation work. This combined delivery focused on building confidence in real-world installation, system layout, component assembly and safe on-site procedures.

Participants developed competency in:

➡️ Reading and interpreting irrigation plans, including scaled drawings and site measurements

➡️ Conducting site assessments, completing SWMS and identifying hazards

➡️ Setting out mainlines and laterals using stringlines and field measurements

➡️ Cutting, assembling and pressure-testing PVC and poly components

➡️ Installing valves, fittings and pipeline components

➡️ Completing system flushing, performance checks and commissioning tasks�

➡️ Documenting materials, tasks and installation sequences

Throughout the delivery, students moved between classroom-based planning and field installation. Training included plan drawing, materials scheduling, pressure/flow testing, catch-can assessments and collaborative problem-solving.

This course was strongly supported by Better Pool & Irrigation Supplies, who provided materials and equipment that allowed participants to train with fittings, tools and components used across the industry.

Block 1 builds the practical capability required for installers working in turf, landscape and agricultural environments. Paired with the CII program, participants leave with verified skills, a clearer pathway to certification and real-world experience that strengthens the quality and consistency of irrigation work across the sector.

🔗 Learn more and enrol: https://irrigationaustralia.com.au/training�
📍 Delivered by Irrigation Training Australia (RTO 91313)

Moving water efficiently is vital for productive agriculture. Franklin Electric was established in 1962 to support the Australian water industry.

Since then, Franklin’s pumps and submersible motors are now used across residential, industrial, agricultural, mining, municipal and commercial applications.

Their wide product range includes water transfer and grey‑water systems, clean‑water systems and fueling solutions.

As an Irrigation Australia supporter, Franklin Electric offers reliable pumping solutions that align with our commitment to water security and resource efficiency.

For more information visit: https://franklinelectric.com.au/

Electrofusion & Butt Welding (26–27 Feb, Melbourne VIC)

Delivered face-to-face by Irrigation Training Australia (RTO 91313), this two-day short course builds the hands-on expertise needed to operate and maintain electrofusion and butt welding equipment safely and effectively.

This training combines industry-leading products and equipment with nationally accredited instruction, ensuring participants gain confidence and capability for on-site and factory welding applications.

Secure your place: link in bio or visit irrigationaustralia.com.au/training-upcoming-courses