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The First Nations peoples of the Murray–Darling Basin were never wanderers in an untouched natural wilderness. Rather, they have always taken an active role in environmental management, shaping and caring for the land that sustains them. This relationship is both practical and spiritual, born of a unique world view.

The Barkandji River Rangers have a new boat for monitoring water quality thanks to government funds.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority met on 13 October 2021 by video teleconference. The meeting was chaired by Sir Angus Houston with all members present. Andrew Reynolds attended as acting Chief Executive while Phillip Glyde is on extended leave.

First Nations people in the Murray–Darling Basin have a strong spiritual connection to water, and a moral obligation to care for it.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority is increasing the release of water from Hume Dam to maintain airspace in response to widespread rain forecast for the weekend and next week.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority met on 30 August 2021 by video teleconference. The meeting was chaired by Sir Angus Houston with all members present. Andrew Reynolds attended as Acting Chief Executive while Phillip Glyde is on extended leave.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority met on 28 and 29 July 2021. All members were present, and the meeting was chaired by Sir Angus Houston.

We use maps and spatial data, including remote sensing data daily, to support our various programs and projects. This includes data on hydrology, biota, terrain, vegetation, geology, and important built and natural assets.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority met on 10-11 February 2021. All members were present, and the meeting was chaired by Sir Angus Houston. The meeting was preceded by a one-day strategic planning workshop.

There are more than 50 First Nations in the Basin and the MDBA and Basin governments value and respect their significant knowledge of the Basin and its ecosystems.