Water quality This section includes tools for water quality managers to protect public health, support the economy and maintain a rich ecosystem.photo_cameraOpen description Two canoers on Yanga Lake in south-western New South Wales closeClose descriptionImage Credit: Ain Raadik/DCCEEW About water quality Water quality determines the condition or health of waterways, such as our rivers, wetlands and coastal waters.east Protecting and managing water quality We help protect the health of our waterways by supporting water quality managers to improve water quality.east Monitoring and reporting on water quality We conduct health assessments of waterways and work with local councils and other agencies to monitor water quality.east Research Our collaborative water quality research programs help us better understand and manage waterway health.east Publications Search our list of publications on water quality, waterway health and related areas.open_in_new