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Drought is a testing time for the environment—just as it is for farmers and regional communities.

Opinion piece produced by MDBA's Chief Executive Phillip Glyde in 2016.

The Drought Emergency Framework for Lakes Alexandrina and Albert provides guidance to manage the Lower Lakes during times of extreme drought. It is based upon the latest scientific and operational knowledge and focusses on avoiding or mitigating the negative impacts associated with low water levels.

Tumudgery Creek was disconnected from the Edward River in September 2007 to achieve water savings as part of drought contingency planning.

Back Creek was disconnected from Yallakool Creek (subsequently the Edward River) in September 2007 to achieve water savings as part of drought contingency planning.

Following the adoption of Schedule E by the Council for operationalising, monitoring and reporting on Cap implementation, this audit was conducted in line with the requirements of Clause 15 of the Schedule. At 4133 GL, diversion from rivers in the Murray–Darling Basin was the lowest since 1957 reflecting continuing severe drought conditions throughout most of the Basin.