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Work colleagues toast AquaCare engineer's success
31/08/10
Colleagues applaud as Jamie Cole, AquaCare’s Operations Manager (third left) congratulates Josh Smith on his Institute of Plumbing Excellence Award.
£15 million Longham Reservoirs scheme officially opened
23/08/10
Two new reservoirs providing an additional reserver supply of water for the Bournemouth area and costing £15 million have been officially declared open.
Nursery building scheme given boost by water company
12/08/10
A new building scheme at an award-winning plant nursery has received a financial boost thanks to Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
Loyal customer wins AquaCare's first monthly draw
09/08/10
Grandmother Sheila Harrison received a pleasant surprise when the boss of a Christchurch firm
turned up on her doorstep in person.
Water manager completes gruelling French triathlon
23/07/10
Water manager Greg Pienaar displayed true grit by completing the gruelling Ironman France triathlon in just over 11 hours.
Water company encourages people to go carnival 'quackers'
22/07/10
Grab a plastic duck and go quackers!
BWHW awarded national standard for cutting carbon footprint
16/07/10
Cutting carbon emissions by more than 600 tonnes in the last three years has earned Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) a national standard.
Economic downturn blamed for rise in 'WaterSure' customers
13/07/10
A forty per cent increase in the number of people seeking help with their water bills is being attributed to the economic downturn.
Big-hearted staff send shoeboxes to soldiers in Afghanistan
01/07/10
Big-hearted staff at Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) have sent 15 shoeboxes packed with essentials and treats to soldiers serving in Afghanistan.
AquaCare Water Hygiene Services awarded council contract
24/06/10
AquaCare Water Hygiene Services has won a contract worth more than £300,000 with Wokingham Borough Council.
'Otto the Otter' takes starring role in education initiative
22/06/10
Primary schools have the opportunity to receive a visit from 'Otto the Otter' as part of an education initiative aimed at reducing water use.
Charity bike riders have plenty of bottle thanks to BWHW
04/06/10
Cyclists planning to visit all 26 fire stations in Dorset in just 24 hours will have plenty of bottle thanks to Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
Children's hospice declared winner in charity soccer match
02/06/10
Julia's House was the clear winner after teams from Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) and embroidery and screenprinters Merox staged a charity soccer match.
Water company acts as sponsor for Burton Armed Forces Day
01/06/10
Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) has thrown its weight behind this year's Burton Armed Forces Day.
Work gets underway on £750,000 Verwood water main
20/5/10
Work has started on laying a new water main to reinforce the water supply to 7,000 properties in Verwood.
AquaCare staff prepare to paddle for Julia's House
14/05/10
Staff at a Christchurch company are taking to the water to raise funds for Dorset children's hospice, Julia's House.
Organisers praise water company for saving rugby festival
10/05/10
Organisers of a two day rugby festival involving more than 800 children have praised Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) for stepping in and saving the event.
Water company shows support for Bournemouth 200
30/4/10
One of Bournemouth's oldest companies is proudly showing its support for the town's bicentennial celebrations.
AquaCare adopts Julia's House again as chosen charity
16/4/10
Dorset's only children's hospice, Julia's House, has been adopted by a Christchurch company as its chosen charity for a further year.
Water boss recognised for 19-year contribution to sector
07/4/10
Tony Cooke has been made an Honorary Member of the Institute of Water in recognition of his contribution to the UK water sector.
New standard recognises customer service excellence
31/3/10
Outstanding customer service has landed Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) a new government accolade.
Civic leaders visit water company's head office
25/3/10
Civic leaders from across the region saw behind the scenes at Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) during a whistle-stop tour.
Sports Fanatic Takes The Plunge at AquaCare
12/3/10
Self-confessed sports fanatic Jon Coole has joined AquaCare as its new accountant.
Crimestoppers' campaign backed by water company
05/03/10
Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) has thrown its weight behind a campaign aimed at cracking down on doorstep crime.
GetSet gives extra sparkle to £5 million appeal
26/2/10
Talented designers at a Bournemouth company have given extra sparkle to a £5 million appeal.
Water company appoints new Managing Director
04/2/10
Roger Harrington has been appointed Managing Director of Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water(BWHW).
Boost in business predicted on back of scrappage scheme
03/2/10
Dorset heating specialist AquaCare is predicting an increase in business on the back of the Government's boiler scrappage scheme.
Harbour users asked to steer clear of wildlife sensitive areas
29/1/10
Spare a thought for our feathered friends and steer clear of wildlife sensitive areas in Christchurch Harbour.
Water worker retires after more than 43 years' service
22/1/10
Water worker Mick Miller is looking forward to plenty of uninterrupted sleep after retiring from Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
Ofwat's Final Determination of Price Limits 2010 - 2015
19/1/10
On 26 November 2009 Ofwat announced its final determination of our price limits for the five years from April 2010.
Cold snap provokes 'unprecedented' number of calls
13/1/10
The freezing weather has resulted in an "unprecedented" number of calls to Christchurch-based property services and maintenance firm AquaCare.
Carla's new job to create 'dream' bathrooms
05/1/10
Outdoor enthusiast Carla Rham has joined Christchurch-based AquaCare as a Bathroom Surveyor.
'Catch and release' plan to tackle illegal fishing
21/12/09
All fishing in the Lower Stour and Christchurch Harbour is to change to 'catch and release' from January 1 as part of a crackdown on illegal angling.
Be prepared for winter advises water compnay
16/12/09
Are you prepared for the cold snap?
Water boss joins in the fun of the carnival
2/12/09
There were smiles aplenty at Highcliffe Castle when water boss Tony Cooke met up with two of the street entertainers involved in this month's Highcliffe Christmas Carnival.
Water company appoints Customer Service Manager
30/11/09
Tracy Macey has joined Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) as Customer Service Manager.
Regulator ranks water company No. 1 for service delivery
5/11/09
Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) has been ranked as the top performing water company for service delivery by industry regulator, Ofwat.
Father of three helps rebuild home in flood-hit Romania
30/10/09
A Merley father of three involved in a project to help flood victims in Romania has described the experience as "absolutely brilliant."
Non-executive directors join water company's Board
27/10/09
Two new non-executive directors have joined the Board of Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water.
'No Cold Calling Zones' to launch in North Bournemouth
15/10/09
No Cold Calling Zones go live in north Bournemouth on Monday, 19 October 2009, in a bid to protect residents from rogue traders and bogus callers.
News of the World article wide of the mark
12/10/09
After reading the recent article in the News of the World, some customers may be concerned about the quality of their drinking water.
Fishing competition lands cash for WaterAid
2/10/09
Water staff netted more than just fish when they took part in a competition at the Royalty Fishery in Christchurch.
Wildlife Partner helps white-clawed crayfish
1/10/09
River wildlife is benefiting from a new wildlife partnership in east Dorset.
Teenager sees winning van design hit the road
28/9/09
Teenager Tabitha Pople received a real thrill when a van sporting her livery design turned up at her house.
Water worker takes to the water for WaterAid
1/9/09
It's a case of the three 'W's' when water worker Greg Pienaar takes to the water to raise money for WaterAid in this weekend's Brownsea Island Swim.
Walkers urged to sign up for 'Coast Along for WaterAid 2009'
19/8/09
Stride out for charity by taking part in next month's 'Coast Along for WaterAid' walk.
Water company comes to aid of rain-hit community fair
4/8/09
A water company has come to the aid of a three-day event which was flooded out last year.
Customers thanked for raising over £385,000 for Water Aid
17/07/09
Big-hearted customers of Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water(BWHW) have been thanked for raising more than a third of a million pounds for charity.
Water company latest to donate to 'Buy a Brick' appeal
10/7/09
The ‘Buy a Brick’ appeal in aid of a new Druitt Community Centre in Christchurch has hit the £6,000 mark.
Drinking water quality remains at high level
6/7/09
New figures show the quality of drinking water supplied by Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) continues to be at a very high level.
Father of two wins £500 in prize draw
3/7/09
Signing up to receive his water bill online has won father of two Matthew Wedge £500 and helped the environment into the bargain.
AquaCare staff take to the water for Julia's House
22/6/09
Staff at a Christchurch company have raised enough money to keep the Julia's House children's hospice in Dorset open for a morning.
Green-fingered pupils receive a helping hand
5/6/09
Green-fingered pupils at a Bournemouth school have received a helping hand from Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
AquaCare lands biggest ever contract
3/6/09
A Christchurch company has landed its biggest ever contract providing heating and hot water related services for all Bournemouth's civic buildings.
Water company backs New Forest Basics Bank
15/5/09
A voluntary organisation which provides much-needed supplies and relief to families in need has received backing from Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
Red carpet rolled out for China Water directors
30/4/09
Directors of China Water received the red carpet treatment when they visited the head office of Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
AquaCare appoints Jamie Cole as Operations Manager
28/4/09
Jamie Cole has joined Christchurch-based AquaCare as Operations Manager.
Water company plans to spend more than £50m on vital work
7/4/09
Plans to spend more than £50 million on essential maintenance and improvement work has been unveiled by water chiefs.
Fitness fanatic Annie gears up for fifth London Marathon
6/4/09
Fitness fanatic Annie Dougall is hoping to collect her fifth London Marathon medal when she takes part in this year's event on Sunday April 26.
Julia's House to benefit as father of two goes on the run
30/3/09
Father of two Martin Coombes is hoping to swell the coffers of Dorset's only children's hospice when he takes part in this year's London Marathon.
Pioneering diploma course teaches students rural skills
25/3/09
Six Highcliffe School students are taking part in a pioneering exam course designed to introduce young people to conservation issues and rural pursuits.
Water Company celebrates hat-trick of successes
19/3/09
Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) is celebrating a hat-trick of successes.
Bournemouth's oldest charity recognises water company as corporate friend
06/03/09
A charity which helps the blind and partially sighted has officially recognised Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) as a ‘corporate friend.’
Dog-lover successfully completes 'amazing' Alps challenge
03/03/09
A determined dog-lover who took part in a challenging expedition in the French Alps has returned home describing the adventure as an “amazing experience.”
AquaCare Company boss gets on his bike for Julia's House
16/2/09
A Company boss has raised £1,000 for Dorset's only children's hospice after quite literally getting on his bike.
Metered customers to see bills rise by around three per cent
16/2/09
Metered customers of Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW) will see their bills rise by about three per cent from April.
Poole adventurer braces himself for sub-zero temperatures
2/2/09
Finding our weather a little on the cold side? Then spare a thought for adventurer Gareth Jones who could soon be facing temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees Celsius.
Raffle proceeds cover cost of morning care at Julia's House
20/1/09
Big hearted staff at a Dorset company have raised more than £550 for Julia's House after holding a prize draw.
Dog-lover prepares for a challenge of a lifetime
19/1/09
Dog-lover Alison New will be undertaking the challenge of a lifetime this weekend (25/1) when she travels to the French Alps for a fundraising trip with a difference.
Staff with combined 555 years' service recognised
16/1/09
Loyal staff who have clocked up a combined total of 555 years' service have been recognised by Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water (BWHW).
Schoolgirl's poster fronts 'Use Water Wisely' campaign
16/1/09
A Downton schoolgirl has seen her winning entry in a poster competition front a campaign on using water wisely.
Delays expected as essential improvement work is carried out
12/1/09
Motorists are being warned to expect possible delays when essential improvement works get underway in Ringwood later this month.
turned up on her doorstep in person.
