Nerida has worked for Sydney Water for the past four years on a multifaceted project to bring swimming back to the Parramatta River. This project is a coordinated approach to improve catchment management; including reviewing land-use planning controls, working with partners to improve stormwater management and working internally to upgrade sewer infrastructure. 

Previously Nerida worked at Blacktown City Council on their WSUD Capacity Building Program and was involved in initiating Splash, a state and local government funded program that supported the implementation of water sensitive cities, in conjunction with the CRC for Water Sensitive Cities.  

For the past decade, Lachlan has been a dedicated figure in the stormwater industry, contributing significantly to Ocean Protect. His primary focus lies in the comprehensive management of stormwater treatment assets, spanning from design and supply to manufacturing, installation, and maintenance.

Throughout this extensive tenure, Lachlan has acquired a diverse spectrum of industry expertise, engaging with a wide array of stakeholders, including plumbers, civil contractors, builders, developers, engineers, councils, regulators, asset owners, community groups, and charitable organizations, among others.

Having worked extensively across Australia, Lachlan's journey has kindled a profound enthusiasm for our industry and a fervent commitment to advancing stormwater outcomes.

Dr Kefeng Zhang is a Senior Lecturer at the Water Research Centre, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UNSW Sydney. Kefeng is a dedicated researcher with a strong focus on stormwater water management and the implementation of nature-based green technologies (also called Water Sensitive Urban Design, WSUD), such as bioretention systems, wetlands and green walls. 

His expertise lies in understanding the pollution and risks associated with various water sources, including stormwater, greywater, and pre-treated wastewater, and effectively utilizing green technologies to manage these risks. 

Kefeng's research interests also encompass the assessment of WSUD in mitigating frequent urban floods and strategic planning of WSUD to achieve this. By conducting this research, Kefeng aims to encourage the practical implementation of safe stormwater harvesting and water recycling, while advocating for the utilization of nature-based systems for water treatment. In addition to his research pursuits, Kefeng serves as the managing editor for the rapidly expanding journal, Blue-Green Systems.