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New research investigates how to include future environmental change in water runoff models

For a long time, river modellers have faced the challenges of tracking water movement across landscapes. This task becomes more complex when different river catchments use different models. Along with jurisdictions, we are in the process of improving these systems and tools.

The MDBA is partnering with states to create new river modelling roles, enhancing capability and building a deeper understanding of the Basin.

Sustainable diversion limits are how much water, on average, can be used in the Basin by towns and communities, farmers and industries.

We're using the best available science and knowledge to help deliver a productive and healthy future for the interconnected rivers of the Murray–Darling Basin.

In 2012 the Basin Plan listed estimates of the average annual volumes of floodplain harvesting as components of the baseline diversion limit (BDL) in some northern Basin sustainable diversion limit (SDL) resource units. The New South Wales ‘Healthy Floodplains Project’ includes work to enable calculation of re-estimates of BDLs associated with floodplain harvesting in these northern New South Wales SDL resource units. These volumes will contribute to re-estimates of the total BDLs for all forms of take.

10 Basin towns across Victoria have been announced as finalists of the 2024 Transport Accident Commission (TAC) Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards.

Murray River #2 Aussie Icon as determined by Australian Traveller magazine

With the warm sunny days still upon us, this weekend is the perfect opportunity to soak up the beauty of the Murray–Darling Basin or take part in the many activities and events happening across Basin catchments and communities.

Following several years of significant rainfall and higher river levels in the Murray during Autumn, river users can expect a return to lower levels this Easter.