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Getting Beyond the Budget

Unpacking the Whole of Life Economics Behind
Great Aquatic Projects

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Tuesday 14 July, 2026

9:00AM AWST (Perth)
10:30AM ACST (Adelaide) 
11:00AM AEST (Brisbane)


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About This Webinar

Water is increasingly being specified in capital works projects. Yet many design decisions are still being made without a clear view of long-term commercial implications.

Early conversations tend to focus heavily on design ambition and capital expenditure, while operational realities — energy use, maintenance, staffing, plant performance and lifecycle cost — remain unclear, underestimated or introduced too late to meaningfully influence the brief.

Join Stu from Atlantis Liquid Dynamics as he unpacks the commercial realities behind aquatic infrastructure and how to close the gap between a great design conversation and a project that gets approved, funded and stays operational. Attendees will walk away with a simple, yet practical, whole-of-life evaluation methodology designed to help landscape architects, asset owners and project teams assess aquatic projects through five critical commercial and operational lenses before key decisions are locked in.

You'll leave this session with:

  • A clear framework for evaluating aquatic projects across their full economic life, not just their delivery cost
  • A structured approach to having the operational cost conversation early, when it can still shape the design
  • The language to help asset owners understand whole-of-life value including community and economic ROI
  • A practical take-home reference you can use in client conversations immediately

Meet Your Presenter

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Stu Lierich
National Manager, Atlantis Liquid Dynamics

Respected across Australia’s public space industry, Stu has helped shape play and recreation projects nationwide. He brings a deep understanding of how design intent becomes built reality and has worked with leading landscape architects and specifiers to translate creative concepts into practical, high-performing solutions that deliver both aesthetic and operational value.

As National Manager at Atlantis Liquid Dynamics, Stu continues to champion design excellence in the aquatic space, exploring how water, people and place connect through imaginative, inclusive design. His perspective bridges creativity and engineering, offering practical insight for those designing the next generation of public spaces.

Stu helps clients navigate the technical and creative complexities of water design with confidence and clarity. His practical approach ensures design intent is carried through to delivery, maintaining the integrity of every concept to create spaces that bring people together in meaningful ways.

Frequently asked questions

How do I join the webinar?

Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a Microsoft Teams link. Simply click the link a few minutes before the scheduled start time to join the session. We'll also send you a reminder an hour before the start time.

Do I need Microsoft Teams installed?

No. You can join through your web browser without installing Teams. If you do have the Teams app, you can join directly through the application. 

What time zone is the webinar in?

 All webinar times are listed in AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) unless otherwise stated. 

Will my camera or microphone be on?

No. Attendees will join with microphones and cameras turned off to ensure the presentation runs smoothly. Questions can be asked prior to the webinar, or using the Teams chat function on the day.

Will the webinar be recorded?

Yes. A recording will be sent to all registered attendees after the event. 

How long will the webinar run?

The presentation will run for approximately 30-45 minutes, including time for questions at the end. 

What if I can’t attend live?

No problem. Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording and any supporting resources after the session. 

Will presentation slides be shared?

Key resources, including the sessions slides, will be shared with attendees following the webinar.

Who should attend this webinar?

This session is designed for professionals involved in planning, designing, or delivering public spaces, including councils, landscape architects, planners and project stakeholders. 

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