OUR STORY
Built by the Industry.
Fighting for the Community.
In 2024, a group of leading water experts looked at the state of NSW’s waterways and realised a hard truth: the industry was failing to protect the community.
Instead of pointing fingers, we formed Stormwater 2030, a registered national not-for-profit, to take responsibility, rewrite the rules, and finally fix the system from the inside out.
Our Vision
The Deadline is 2030.
We aren’t here to write reports that sit on a shelf.
We are here to drive legislative reform, mandate long-term funding, and enforce world-class filtration standards by the year 2030. We believe that clean beaches, thriving wildlife, and flood-resilient communities aren’t just “nice to haves” – they are standard rights for every Australian.
OUR JOURNEY
The Road to 2030.
2030
The Goal
Enforceable, world-class stormwater legislation and funding secured across Australia.
2022
The Warning
The NSW White Paper reveals critical failures in the state’s water management.
2024
The Catalyst
Stormwater 2030 is founded by industry leaders refusing to accept the status quo.
2025
State of Stormwater Report
The first review of the status of stormwater in NSW.
2025
NSW SQID Taskforce
The SQID Taskforce is launched to overhaul filtration standards nationwide.
2025
National Stormwater Improvement Program
Launch of a national initiative to address the NSW SQID Taskforce outcomes.
HOW WE WORK
Our Guiding Principles.
Science Over Politics
We rely on data, engineering, and ecological facts; not bureaucracy.
Radical Transparency
We hold the government accountable, and we demand the exact same of ourselves.
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Collaboration Over Egos
We bring governments, councils, developers, and communities to the same table.
Boots On The Ground
Real People. Real Action.
THE BOARD
Experts Demanding Better.
Stormwater 2030 is led by industry veterans who know exactly where the system is broken; and exactly how to fix it.
David Nixon
Chairperson
The Strategist: With 35 years across utilities, councils, and the water sector, David knows how to navigate bureaucracy to get things done.
Why I'm here: "I'm tired of seeing our industry's performance fall short. It's time to forge a new path for stormwater management."
Dr. Andrew Thomas
Deputy Chairperson
The Scientist: With a PhD in water quality and experience leading river regeneration, Andrew ensures our policies are backed by rigorous science.
Why I'm here: "Science alone won't save our rivers if the legislation doesn't support it. I'm here to make sure our data drives real, on-the-ground change."
Colan Chin
Executive Director
The Advocate: Colan bridges the gap between environmental responsibility and economic growth, ensuring our solutions make sense for both nature and business.
Why I'm here: "Environmental protection shouldn't mean economic loss. We are building systems that make sense for our wildlife and our local economies."
André Magar
Director
The Engineer: Bringing a lifelong commitment to ocean conservation, André leverages his engineering expertise to unite stakeholders and deliver real environmental compliance.
Why I'm here: "We have the engineering capability to fix this crisis. Now, we just need the industry and government willpower to implement it."
Wiebke Benze von Fritz
Director
The Innovator: As a leader in Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD), Wiebke pioneers the use of nature-based infrastructure to build climate-resilient communities.
Why I'm here: "Nature already has the answers. My goal is to replace outdated concrete systems with green infrastructure that actually breathes life back into our suburbs."
WHO WE WORK WITH
A Collaborative Effort.
Want to support better stormwater outcomes?
GET INVOLVED
Be Part Of The Change.
Industry & Professionals
Collaborate and help deliver better outcomes.
Councils & Government
Work with us to support practical stormwater reform.
Educators & Students
Access resources that bring stormwater learning to life.
Community
Get involved, share your story and help drive change.
Accountability
Radical Transparency.
We expect accountability from our government and industry, and we demand the exact same from ourselves.
Annual Reports
Stormwater 2030’s annual reports provide a yearly overview of our progress, priorities, partnerships and impact. Each report outlines key achievements, major initiatives, governance updates and the work being undertaken to improve stormwater outcomes across Australia.
2026 ANNUAL REPORT
2025 ANNUAL REPORT
Constitution & Governance
Our governance documents and policies outline how Stormwater 2030 is structured, managed and held accountable. These documents support transparency, responsible decision-making and good governance across our organisation, programs and partnerships.
VIEW OUR CONSTITUTION
Charity Registration (ACNC)
Stormwater 2030 Ltd (ABN 24677753221) is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). We are also endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), meaning eligible donations may be tax-deductible.
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A stronger stormwater future needs a unified voice.
Stormwater 2030 brings people, evidence and industry expertise together to drive national reform for cleaner waterways and more resilient communities.
