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It is with sadness and gratitude that we announce the retirement of Phillip Glyde, Chief Executive of the Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA).

A message from the acting Chief Executive, Andrew Reynolds.

Water across the southern-connected Basin is managed. This means flows in the River Murray are controlled to some extent to ensure water is stored and delivered when and where it’s needed. The term used to describe the management of water in this way is 'regulated'.

This guidance outlines conflict of interest arrangements for members of the Murray–Darling Basin Authority (the Authority). It includes the responsibilities of Authority members and the statutory source of these requirements. It also provides expanded guidance and establishes procedures for complying.

The Murray–Darling Basin Agreement is a long-standing arrangement that aims to share water in the southern Basin. It outlines the rules for the way the River Murray is managed and operated.

Presentations at the 2021 River reflections conference covered a range of topics, including First Nations, climate change, and the latest in river science.

Over recent years there have been significant changes on the River Murray, including expansion of permanent horticulture, recovery of water for the environment, increased trade and reduced channel capacity through the Barmah–Millewa forest. These changes have resulted in concerns that the river system will not be able to deliver water allocation to users when they need it.

A positive opening balance means water will be available to be traded in the River Murray from above the Barmah Choke to below the choke on 1 July 2021.

State governments are responsible for allocating water. Each state approaches allocations differently, and multiple factors can affect allocations.

Water plays a fundamental role in sustaining life. We need water for core human needs such as drinking, food preparation and hygiene.