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Water is used for a wide range of purposes across the Murray−Darling Basin. Water from rivers, lakes and underground is used by communities, farmers and industries.

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

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority has offices and staff scattered throughout the Basin, giving our team a front row seat to community activities and Basin operations.   Check out some of the recent photos our staff have snapped across the Basin over the last month.

Murray–Darling Basin Authority Chair, Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK AFC (Ret’d) is committed to getting out and meeting with people who live and work across the Basin.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) hosts approximately 3 Peaks Roundtables annually. These sessions are held with a range of organisations that have a Basin-wide focus or coverage. It is a forum to have open and constructive discussions, test ideas and share updates.

There’s a limit to the amount of water that can be taken from the rivers for towns, industries and farmers in the Murray–Darling Basin.

Access the livestream, presentations and program from the 2024 River reflections conference, held in Albury, New South Wales.

A regular monthly update from our Chief Executive, Andrew McConville as part of the River Reach e-newsletter.

In this Newsroom series, we’re delving deeper into the characteristics, industry and people that make up the 22 individual catchments of the Basin and why they’re so special.

Each month we highlight the important work our Regional Engagement Officers (REOs) do out in Basin communities. From building relationships, to educating future Basin leaders, our REOs are the trusted faces of the Murray–Darling Basin Authority.