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On behalf of Basin state governments, the Murray–Darling Basin Authority will begin releasing a small amount of water from Menindee Lakes later this week in response to recent dry conditions across the southern Basin.

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

AGL in conjunction with River Murray Operations announced today that releases from Dartmouth Reservoir will be decreased for the purposes of Electricity Generation.

Landholders and river users, including pumpers, on the Mitta Mitta River are advised to take into account the forecast releases of water from Dartmouth Dam and make any necessary adjustment to their river activities.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority anticipates that the water volume in the Menindee Lakes could surpass 640 gigalitres late this week, triggering water sharing arrangements agreed between New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.

Landholders and river users, including pumpers, on the Mitta Mitta River are advised to take into account the forecast releases of water from Dartmouth Dam and make any necessary adjustment to their river activities.

The amount of water lost varies depending on weather conditions.

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

Water holders and communities along the River Murray should be aware that there is a risk that water cannot be delivered to users when they want it.