The Journal

About the Journal

Irrigation Australia Journal is a unique publication in Australia. It is the only serial publication that services both the agricultural and urban irrigation sectors

The Journal has been a trusted source of information for irrigation industry professionals, both in Australia and further afield, since 1998.

It is read by industry managers and users, retail and wholesale professionals, consultants, designers, manufacturers, rural water service providers, journalists, opinion leaders, politicians and policy makers. The Journal is published in digital format and is always free to download from the Irrigation Australia website.

Expert Insights: The Value of Irrigation Australia Journal to Industry Professionals

Articles are contributed by authors with expertise in various aspects of irrigation, including manufacturing, research, design, consulting, management and policy.

Recent surveys show that Irrigation Australia members appreciate the quality and variety of articles, and view The Journal as an important technical resource.

Members also rate the Journal in the top two most effective services provided by the association, along with training.

Journal Winter 2025

TRAINING& CAREERS

  • Micro-credential kicks off career-pathways in irrigation
  • Information for trainees
  • Training: A guide for employers
  • New Certified Irrigation Installer pathway for recent graduates of Cert III
  • Building careers in irrigation: Insights from early professionals
  • Goheadhunt Talent Hub collaboration

PUMPS & PUMPING

  • Solar irrigation's rise: Technology, policy and industry insights
  • Case Study: Solar solution pumps water 3.5 km, paying for itself fast
  • Case Study: Sustainable water, smarter costs - Gunnible's solar success story

DIGITAL SOLUTIONS

  • Australia 2025: A guide to digital irrigation decision-making and tools
  • Case Study: Data-driven insights pour 400% more value into Torbreck wine

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The Journal is distributed in digital format to Irrigation Australia members in all sectors of the irrigation industry, i.e. resellers, water users, rural water supply companies, agencies, manufacturers, academic institutions, local councils, turf and golf course irrigation managers, and consultants ( a reach extending over 8,000).

The publication is also shared with state and university libraries; Ministers of Resources and Environment; selected environmental groups; overseas affiliated organisations; allied learned societies; industry associations; selected government agencies; media and trade agencies.

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Issue 2025 Material Deadline Published Feature
Autumn Vol 41 #1  14 March
7 April 

Editorial Features:
• Smart irrigation systems and AI
• Sustainable irrigation practices 

Winter Vol 41 #2  13 June
7 July 

Editorial Features:
• Pumps and pumping
• Training and careers in irrigation

Spring Vol 41 #3 15 August
8 September 

Editorial Features:
• Community and regional case studies
• Recycled water, stormwater and rainwater in irrigation 

Summer Vol 41 #4  14 November 8 December 

Editorial Features:
• Climate change and extreme weather events
• Urban irrigation

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